Simon Fraser University (SFU) has announced a landmark $40 million donation from entrepreneurs Ratana and Arran Stephens, marking the largest single donation in the university's history. This funding is crucial as British Columbia faces a significant shortage of healthcare workers. The donation will support the newly established SFU Stephens Family School of Medicine, which aims to enhance training and research opportunities, particularly for urban, rural, and Indigenous communities. University president Joy Johnson highlighted the importance of this investment in developing future healthcare professionals within the province. Premier David Eby noted that while recruiting healthcare workers from outside B.C. is currently necessary, a sustainable solution lies in training local students. The medical school is set to open in August, welcoming its first cohort of 48 students, and will emphasize community and Indigenous approaches to healthcare, fostering strong relationships that encourage graduates to practice in B.C. after finishing their studies.