Who is building the new hospital in Corner Brook?

The new seven-storey, 55,741-square-meter hospital will be connected to the 145-bed long-term care facility that was also constructed by Marco. It will have 164 beds with the same services currently provided at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, as well as an expanded cancer care program, including radiation services.

When was Corner Brook hospital built?

1925
The Newfoundland Power and Paper Company (later Bowater Newfoundland Limited) built the Corner Brook General Hospital in 1925, while the American Smelting and Refining Company (ASARCO) opened the Buchans Hospital in 1928.

What is Corner Brook Newfoundland known for?

Corner Brook, the garden city and hub of enriched history is located on the western shores of Newfoundland, at the mouth of the Bay of Islands. There is plenty of local shopping and restaurants in the city. Corner Brook is also known for its outdoor facilities, such as Marble Mountain Ski Resort.

How big is the hospital at Corner Brook?

The new seven-storey, 600,000 square-foot hospital will be connected to the 145-bed long-term care facility that Plenary Health is currently building on the site. It will have 164 beds with the same services currently provided at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, as well as an expanded cancer care program, including radiation services.

Who are partners in Corner Brook Health Project?

Partners in the project include the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure, the Department of Health and Community Services, Western Regional Health Authority and the Corner Brook Health Partnership

Why was Corner Brook acute care hospital awarded Silver Award?

Over the course of construction there is an estimated $460 million in GDP to be created with 90 per cent of the workforce being Newfoundlanders and Labradorians. This award comes as the result of the hard work and dedication of all three partners in this project.

Who is the MHA for Corner Brook Hospital?

Premier and MHA Gerry Byrne held a ceremony Friday to officially start construction of new hospital, which is 12 years in the making. Corner Brook MHA Gerry Byrne acknowledged there have been many announcements concerning the new Corner Brook hospital, but today’s marked the start of construction.