The Elliot Lake & District Hospital Foundation announced the launch of a 50/50 lottery fundraiser on May 6, 2020, designed to support the local hospital amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The funds raised through the lottery will be directed towards enhancing hospital infrastructure, improving patient care, and bolstering emergency response efforts related to COVID-19. Tickets are available for purchase online, with winners determined by a random draw. This fundraiser aims to provide critical financial resources at a time when health care facilities are facing unprecedented challenges due to the ongoing health crisis. The foundation emphasized that the lottery offers the community an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the hospital’s response while also having the chance to win cash prizes.