Health
York Region Celebrates New Year with First Baby of 2026
York Region welcomed its first baby of 2026 as James Hargreaves was born just after midnight on January 1. The newborn, weighing in at seven pounds and eight ounces, arrived at 12:01:52 a.m. at Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital. His parents, Stephanie Henry and Brydon Hargreaves, are residents of Brampton.
Dr. Olamide Sobowale, chief of obstetrics and gynecology at Mackenzie Health, expressed the significance of this moment. “Every new year begins with hope and welcoming the first baby of 2026 is a beautiful reminder of that,” he stated in a news release.
Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital is part of the Mackenzie Health network, which includes Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital. Throughout 2025, the labor and delivery team at Mackenzie Health successfully welcomed over 4,100 babies. This consistent achievement underscores the hospital’s commitment to providing exceptional health care services to the community.
The arrival of James Hargreaves symbolizes not only the joy of a new life but also the promise that each new year brings. Families and health care professionals alike look forward to the opportunities and experiences that the coming months will hold.
As the first baby of the year, James’s birth was celebrated by the staff at Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital, highlighting their dedication to maternal and child health. The event serves as a reminder of the importance of community support and the valuable services provided by healthcare facilities.
In celebrating this milestone, York Region’s residents are reminded of the joy and hope that new beginnings bring, as they welcome James into the world.
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