DP World enters final phase of $1M investment in new B.C. hospital

DP World is entering the final phase of a seven-year, $1-million investment in St. Paul’s Foundation, reinforcing its support for health care in British Columbia.

The company has contributed to the transformation of care at the new St. Paul’s Hospital since 2019 and said it will continue delivering on that commitment through 2026. The new hospital, now under development in Vancouver, is planned as an integrated academic health campus serving patients across the province.

Half of DP World’s multi-year contribution supports the Campaign for the New St. Paul’s, aimed at building a modern facility for emergency medicine, heart and lung care, kidney care, maternity services, surgical innovation and mental health and addictions treatment. The remainder is directed to the Foundation’s Greatest Needs Fund, which provides flexible funding for patient care, medical research and education across Providence Health Care.

“St. Paul’s Foundation plays an essential role in advancing world-class care for British Columbians,” said Doug Smith, CEO of DP World in Canada. “DP World is proud to continue supporting a project that will deliver life-changing services for patients and families across the province. Investing in the health of our communities is investing in their future, and we remain dedicated to contributing to meaningful, lasting impact.”

Beyond financial contributions, DP World is a recurring sponsor of the Foundation’s Lights of Hope campaign and said its employees regularly participate in volunteer and community engagement activities.

DP World said its ongoing support aligns with its global “Our World, Our Future” approach to community stewardship, which prioritizes health, education and environmental resilience, as the new St. Paul’s Hospital moves closer to completion.