Requests That Resonate: The Power of HOT 93.5 Pay for Play Radiothon

For years, the HOT 93.5 Pay for Play radiothon has proven that a community united by music can move mountains and transform regional healthcare. By turning song requests into vital charitable donations, this high-energy event has become a cornerstone of support for Health Sciences North (HSN), directly impacting patients, families, and healthcare workers across Northeastern Ontario.

Looking back at the tangible milestones achieved over recent years reveals just how far that community support reaches.

Building a Brighter Beginning in 2024

The support generated during the 2024 HOT 93.5 Pay for Play event delivered an immediate, heartwarming upgrade to HSN’s Birthing Centre. Donations went directly toward funding new remote-controlled lighting systems, replacing older equipment that could no longer be repaired.

This vital upgrade ensured that HSN’s medical teams have the modern tools needed right where life begins. With 1,668 babies born at HSN last year alone, community contributions directly supported the comfort, safety, and specialized regional care that welcomed those newborns into the world.

Elevating Comfort and Care in 2025

Building on that momentum, the 2025 HOT 93.5 Pay for Play radiothon reached new heights, helping HSN replace patient care equipment across multiple departments. Thanks to the community’s generosity, HSN secured:

• 5 Labour and Delivery beds

• 46 medical-surgical beds and mattresses

• 34 stretchers and mattresses

This new equipment went far beyond basic hospital infrastructure, enhancing comfort, dignity, and safety for patients across the region during some of their most vulnerable moments, while helping healthcare teams move individuals safely and efficiently throughout the facility.

Keep the Music Playing: Support Surgical Evolution This Year

The incredible success of HOT 93.5 Pay for Play proves that every song request and every dollar makes a tangible difference.

This year, support for HOT 93.5 Pay for Play is dedicated to Surgical Evolution, funding advanced surgical technology, modern facilities, and cutting-edge innovations right here in Sudbury. Investing in surgical care at HSN means shorter wait times, state-of-the-art procedures, and better outcomes for patients across Northeastern Ontario, ensuring families can stay close to home.

Tune in to HOT 93.5 on November 19 between 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, request your favorite track, and support healthcare excellence at HSN again this year! Your generosity keeps high-quality, specialized care right here in our region. Your community, your hospital, and your neighbors are counting on you.

• Donate Now and Request Your Song!