Delightful artwork created by elementary students has made the walls a little brighter at Rimbey Hospital and Care Centre.
The Creative Connections walls featuring the artwork of grades 5 and 6 students at Rimbey Christian School was made possible through financial support from Encana.
A ribbon cutting ceremony to recognize the artwork and support of Encana was held at the hospital May 22.
Laine Dahms, co-ordinator of volunteer resources for Rimbey Hospital and Care Centre, said displaying a Creative Connections wall featuring artwork from local schools and artists is a project that began at Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre. The project was well received by patients and visitors alike.
Dahms is pleased Rimbey Hospital and Care Centre has been able to create a similar project, noting Encana’s donation made the project possible.
Encana has also given financial support to hospitals in Bentley, Rocky Mountain House, Stettler, Drumheller, Lacombe and Ponoka for the project.
“Through these art displays, it is our intention to create a positive health experience that reaches out to every patient and enhances their healing process. We hope that these works of art will bring smiles, joy and moments of comfort to our patients, families, visitors and staff.”
During the ceremony, Dahms complimented the students on their artwork and asked each of the nine students who took part in the Creative Connections project to chat about their drawing, each of which depicted some form of volunteering.
“It is beautiful work,” she said. “And it can be changed to show different drawings,” she added.
Don Letwinetz, community relations advisor for Encana, said the project gave Encana an opportunity to support young local artists and give them a chance to portray their work.
“Where education and young people are involved, it’s always very rewarding.”