A large contribution of $100,000 has been given to UNBC from Husky Energy. This donation will allow UNBC to purchase a Blood Glucose and Lipid Profile Auto Analyzer. This equipment is used to measure blood glucose levels, triglycerides, HDL cholesterols, and LDL cholesterols. It aids in diagnosing cardiovascular diseases and diabetes.

     “Husky's donation to this very worthwhile initiative reflects our corporate philosophy of supporting the communities where we do business. This gift marks the completion of our Clean Fuels Project, as well as celebrates Husky's 30th year of operations in the community of Prince George” said John C.C. Lau, President and Chief executive officer of Husky Energy.

     UNBC is engaged in a Northern Medical Program that accepts 24 students a year. As well, UNBC offers a bachelor's degree program in Nursing, a Bachelor of Health Sciences and a master's degree program in Nursing. The purchase of the Blood Glucose and Lipid Profile Auto Analyzer will aid UNBC's researching capabilities.

     “This new equipment will allow us to engage in research into various forms of chronic disease where the capacity of early intervention through blood screening can greatly enhance health and disease prevention,” says Don Cozzetto, UNBC's President. “Thank you to Husky Energy for making this research possible here.”

     Husky's Prince George refinery now produces low sulphur gasoline and diesel fuel under the Government of Canada's new fuel specifications and produces 12,000 barrels a day.