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JOINT MEDIA RELEASE Monday, April 27th, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Smile Cookie Campaign Returns April 27 to May 3 – Help Us Build a Healthier Community! Carleton Place, ON — Get ready to share a smile! The Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital (CPDMH) Foundation is excited to announce the upcoming Tim Hortons Smile Cookie Campaign, returning April 27 through May 3. Once again, the dedicated team at Tim Hortons, led by owners Lisa Peters, Scot Moore, and their family, are rallying the community to support two important local causes: your CPDMH Foundation and the local Lanark County Food Bank (LCFB) - The Hunger Stop. This year, the goal is bigger than ever. With enthusiastic cookie decorating teams already gearing up, plans are underway to create more Smile Cookies than ever before. Every single cookie sold will help raise much-needed funds to support vital patient care equipment at your community hospital and provide essential resources for families through your local LCBF - The Hunger Stop. The annual Smile Cookie Campaign is a powerful reminder of what WE can achieve together. Every cookie purchased is more than just a sweet treat, it’s a meaningful contribution toward a healthier, stronger community. Proceeds will ensure local families have access to healthcare and nutritious food when they need it most. “Our community continues to inspire us with its generosity,” said Robyn Arseneau, Executive Director of the CPDMH Foundation. “As we look ahead to this year’s campaign, we’re excited to once again come together to make a real difference. One dollar from each and every $2 Smile Cookie goes to The Hunger Stop. The other dollar goes straight to helping put the tools in the hands of our healthcare teams at your community CPDMH hospital. This year the list of needed equipment is long as we upgrade and transform digital health and access for all those in the community. Buying a cookie is an incredibly sweet way to give back and support your neighbours in need - one smile at a time.” Tammy Parent, Manager LCFB – The Hunger Stop, agreed and added “behind every Smile Cookie is a neighbour who needs support. Your kindness helps ensure no one in our community goes hungry and everyone has access to quality healthcare.” At Tim Hortons, preparations are already in full swing. From staff to volunteers, the teams are ready to roll up their sleeves and decorate thousands of cookies with the iconic pink and blue icing smiles. “We’re excited to kick off another Smile Cookie Campaign,” said Lisa Peters and Scot Moore, owners of Tim Hortons Carleton Place. “Each year, the community shows incredible support, and we’re ready to make this year even bigger. Our teams are prepared to decorate more cookies than ever, we just need the community to help us by purchasing them!” Over the years, the Smile Cookie Campaign has become a cherished tradition in Carleton Place and throughout the surrounding communities, raising significant funds for local causes and bringing people together through a shared spirit of giving. This year is no different. Mark your calendars for April 27 to May 3 and be sure to stop by your local Tim Hortons to pick up your Smile Cookies. Together, we can raise vital funds, support our neighbours, and build a healthier community — one smile at a time. -30- Media Contact: Alison Lunn, Manager of Donor Engagement and Communications alunn@mrha.ca 613-257-GIVE (4483) 211 Lake Ave East, Carleton Place ON K7C 0J4 About Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital Foundation Established in 1994, the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital (CPDMH) Foundation is a registered charity dedicated to raising funds for the hospital in support of providing the best healthcare possible to the residents of Carleton Place and surrounding communities. Each year the CPDMH Foundation inspires the community to support the needed purchase of modern and up-to-date patient care equipment which is needed for the hospital. In addition to providing vital equipment, the CPDMH Foundation also raises funds to support staff education and training, high school bursaries, 100% of all medical equipment and 10% of upgrades to the hospital facility. For more information, please visit www.cpdmhfoundation.ca or contact Alison Lunn, Manager of Donor Engagement and Communications at 613-257-GIVE (4483) or alunn@mrha.ca. Charitable Registration No. 86610 5398 RR0001 ABOUT LANARK COUNTY FOOD BANK – THE HUNGER STOP
The Lanark County Food Bank’s mission is to provide safe and nutritious food assistance to individuals in need by sourcing food through donations, fundraising, and community collaboration. () The organization distributes thousands of kilograms of food each month and plays a critical role in addressing food insecurity across the region.
About TIM HORTONS
Tim Hortons® is one of North America's largest restaurant chains operating in the quick service segment. Founded as a single location in Canada in 1964, Tim Hortons appeals to a broad range of guest tastes, with a menu that includes premium coffee, hot and cold specialty drinks, specialty teas and fruit smoothies, fresh baked goods, grilled Panini and classic sandwiches, wraps, soups, prepared foods and other food products. Tim Hortons has more than 3,900 system-wide restaurants located in Canada and over 4,900 including the United States and internationally. More information about the company is available at www.timhortons.com. 
Tagline: Day one-Smile Cookie Campaign kick off for 2026. This eager team of individuals prepare for a busy and successful week of spreading smiles throughout the community for healthcare and our local food bank. Pictured (L–R): Donna Hamilton, Volunteer Coordinator, CPDMH Foundation; Lianne Learmonth, Vice President, Patient & Resident Services and Chief Nursing Executive, Mississippi River Health Alliance (MRHA); Robyn Arseneau, Executive Director, CPDMH Foundation; Tammy Parent, Manager LCFB – The Hunger Stop; Lisa Peters and Scot Moore, Tim Hortons Carleton Place owners; Toby Randell, Mayor of Carleton Place; and Chantal Beaulieu, Tim Hortons store manager.
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