CTV News Coverage — Graham Richardson reports that construction for the new hospital campus parking garage is getting underway.
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- Forty-second Edition – Everything you need to know about The Ottawa Hospital’s new campus
- Forty-first Edition – For the community, by the commmunity: Building a new hospital campus together
- Fortieth Edition – Watch how The Ottawa Hospital’s new campus is taking shape
- Thirty-ninth Edition – New campus site tour, part two: the hospital
- Thirty-eighth Edition – New campus site tour, part one: explore the parking garage
- Thirty-seventh Edition – The role of our new campus in reshaping the future of health care
- Thirty-sixth Edition – Highlights of the new campus development in 2024
- Thirty-fifth Edition – What’s happening on the ground (and behind the scenes) at the site of the new campus
- Thirty-fourth Edition – Growing health: how a green roof improves wellness, sustainability and planetary health
- Thirty-third Edition – Redefining critical care in a modern, state-of-the-art hospital
- Thirty-second Edition – Construction update – aerial views of The Ottawa Hospital’s new campus
- Thirty-first Edition – Repurposing excavated rock to create sustainable solutions at The Ottawa Hospital’s new campus site
- Thirtieth Edition – Enhancing patient experience with digital innovation
- Twenty-ninth Edition – Construction update: An inside look as crews build the parking garage at The Ottawa Hospital’s new campus
- Twenty-eighth Edition – $59 million grant fuels biotherapeutics expansion at The Ottawa Hospital’s new campus
- Twenty-seventh Edition – Designing the operating rooms of the future
- Twenty-sixth Edition – Construction update: Aerial view of The Ottawa Hospital’s new campus
- Twenty-fifth Edition – Adapting to patient need: The Ottawa Hospital’s new campus increasing access to life-sustaining dialysis
- Twenty-fourth Edition – Development Phase Agreement begins for The Ottawa Hospital’s new campus
- Twenty-third Edition – Building the best hospital for you
- Twenty-second Edition – The Ottawa Hospital and Hydro Ottawa partner on innovative new central utility plant
- Twenty-first Edition – The Ottawa Hospital’s new campus development an economic anchor for our community
- Twentieth Edition – The Ottawa Hospital’s new campus reaches milestone as next stage of procurement begins
- Nineteenth Edition – The Ottawa Hospital’s new campus design showcased on international stage
- Eighteenth Edition – Indigenous partnerships and The Ottawa Hospital’s journey of reconciliation
- Seventeenth Edition – Bird’s eye view as construction progresses at The Ottawa Hospital’s new campus
- Sixteenth Edition – Modern sustainability in a new state-of-the-art hospital
- Fifteenth Edition – Construction of The Ottawa Hospital’s new campus continues
- Fourteenth Edition – A hospital for everyone: Building one of Canada’s most accessible hospitals
- Twelfth Edition – The Ottawa Hospital and Infrastructure Ontario Seek Design and Development Team for New Hospital Build
- Eleventh Edition – Tree relocation begins at the New Campus Development
- Tenth Edition – The New Campus Development gets the green light from Ontario government, the new hospital construction to boost Ottawa’s GDP by $2 billion, and more!
- Ninth Edition – Parking structure highlights, getting to the new campus, naturalizing the site, and more.
- Eighth Edition – How a new trauma centre will save lives, an update on the Indigenous Peoples Advisory Circle, a feature on artwork by Algonquin artists Simon Brascoupé and Mairi Brascoupé, and a letter on hospital parking by Chiefs of Staff from hospitals across the region.
It’s more than just a building.
Our bold plan includes not only a world-class healthcare centre, but a continuously evolving space for innovation and state-of-the-art technology that brings the latest medical advances and research breakthroughs to the bedside.
It will be designed to enhance the patient experience and provide the very highest standard of care.
Together, we are turning a vision into reality.
Community support has already propelled this historic project forward, helping lay the foundation of a stronger, smarter, and more connected healthcare system. But there is still important work ahead.
With your support, we will turn this vision into reality and create a better tomorrow.
This new campus will help reshape the future of healthcare in our community and prepare us for the next century of care, innovation, and discovery.
Reshaping care across our region and beyond
We’re reshaping how care is delivered across our region. Our approach reaches far beyond the new campus and into the community to create a stronger, smarter, and more connected healthcare system that serves patients before, during, and long after their hospital stay.
Through regional partnerships, community initiatives, and cutting-edge technology, we are breaking down barriers in healthcare. Every step forward strengthens a system that is more connected, more responsive, and better equipped to meet the needs of patients today and to create the possibilities of tomorrow.
- More than a hospital:The new campus is the foundation of a broader model of care that improves access, strengthens community-based services, and supports patients in hospital and beyond.
- Pioneering a “smart” future: The new campus is being designed to integrate advanced technology and digital tools that support more proactive, coordinated, and patient-centred care.
- Creating a connected healthcare journey: Care at the new hospital is designed to support patients before, during, and after their hospital stay, enabling smoother transitions and more coordinated care.
- Community partnerships: Through partnerships with more than 21 satellite locations across Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec, and Nunavut, we are expanding access to specialized care closer to home and strengthening care across the region.
- Leadership in home care: Planning for the new campus reflects a growing focus on caring for patients beyond hospital walls, supporting models that extend care into the community and home.
- Transitional and long-term care: The new campus is part of a broader approach to ensuring patients can move more smoothly from hospital care to the next stage of recovery, with continued clinical support where needed.
- Building capacity in the community: The new campus is part of a broader approach to ensuring patients can move more smoothly from hospital care to the next stage of recovery, with continued clinical support where needed.
SINGLE-PATIENT ROOMS
With space for loved ones to stay overnight and a private, accessible bathroom, patients will have privacy and comfort that support healing.
Each room will be equipped with advanced digital tools that will connect patients with their care team, personal health information, and appointments — all while helping them to stay in touch with loved ones.
Space for loved ones to stay overnight.
In-room digital screens will connect patients to their care providers, health information, and appointments, while allowing them to stay in touch with loved ones.
The one-patient-per-room model will enhance infection prevention and control, helping us better protect patients, families, and staff members.
Extra space around the patient bed will ensure healthcare workers have clear, unrestricted access to provide the care patients need.
Expansive windows for an abundance of natural light and views of the outdoors to see land and sky simultaneously, to help improve wellness.
Dedicated hand hygiene stations will be located inside patient rooms for healthcare providers and visitors.
Private, accessible bathrooms each with their own shower designed for patient comfort, independence, and safety.
Space for loved ones to stay overnight.
The one-patient-per-room model will enhance infection prevention and control, helping us better protect patients, families, and staff members.
Private, accessible bathrooms each with their own shower designed for patient comfort, independence, and safety.
Extra space around the patient bed will ensure healthcare workers have clear, unrestricted access to provide the care patients need.
In-room digital screens will connect patients to their care providers, health information, and appointments, while allowing them to stay in touch with loved ones.
Expansive windows for an abundance of natural light and views of the outdoors to see land and sky simultaneously, to help improve wellness.
Dedicated hand hygiene stations will be located inside patient rooms for healthcare providers and visitors.
INNOVATIVE DESIGN FOR A HEALTHIER PLANET
The new hospital is being designed to be one of the most sustainable healthcare facilities in Canada. Targeting LEED Silver certification, the new campus will reduce environmental impact, conserve energy and water, minimize waste, and will be designed to adapt to future needs.
Reduce energy use with high-performance building systems, insulation, and window treatments
Climate and disaster resilient to keep hospital systems operational during disruptions and extreme events
Accessible pathways for pedestrians, wheelchair users, cyclists, and LRT passengers
Minimize human and food waste as part of modern sustainable operations
Planning for water conservation across the campus, including landscaping and building systems
Support zero-emission transportation with EV-ready infrastructure and a transit-oriented site
Green roofs and a rooftop park to improve air quality, manage stormwater, and enhance patient wellbeing
Native species of trees, shrubs and other vegetation will support biodiversity and local pollinators
The campus will be Net Zero ready and solar ready so that as regulations and CSA guidelines are updated, we will have the flexibility to adapt
BUILDING ONE OF CANADA'S MOST ACCESSIBLE HOSPITALS
Incorporating best practices of universal accessibility and ensuring compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the hospital design aims to accommodate a wide range of abilities and make navigating the facilities efficient for everyone.
Well-connected to public transit.
Easy to understand and predictable wayfinding.
Exploring moving sidewalks to help people get to their destinations quickly and comfortably.
Each patient room will have an accessible washroom with space for wheelchairs and other mobility aids.
INCLUSIVITY AND DIVERSITY
We’ll continue to focus on recruiting a diverse workforce and providing dignified and compassionate care to patients of any age, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religious background, or socioeconomic status.
The Ottawa Hospital is guided by an Indigenous Peoples Advisory Circle (the Circle) to ensure care spaces are culturally safe and free of discrimination. With an evolving membership of First Nation, Inuit and Métis leaders, health experts, organizations and health service providers, the Circle identifies reconciliatory priorities at TOH and informs design and development planning for the new campus.
It's time to create a better tomorrow.
“Great healthcare is a cornerstone of every truly great city. Not just to treat illness or emergencies — but to power innovation, attract world-leading talent, fuel economic growth, and strengthen the very fabric of our community. This is Ottawa’s moment to lead.”
— Campaign Co-chairs 
Hear directly from leaders, staff, and community members about what this campaign means in A Conversation About Creating Tomorrow.
“We're completely transforming how our children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren will be cared for. No one else will do this for us. It's our turn.”
"I see the new hospital campus as visionary —much like the original Civic Hospital was 100 years ago. It will be a world-class facility that will attract the best talent to Ottawa, providing enhanced healthcare and significant investment in research. The benefits of this project will be felt across the entire region, and the impact on the economy will be immediate and without parallel.”
About the Campaign to Create Tomorrow
The Campaign to Create Tomorrow is the largest fundraising campaign in our region’s history. It will help fulfil the most ambitious vision ever to reshape the future of healthcare.
NEW CAMPUS DEVELOPMENT
WORLD LEADING RESEARCH
Through our unique collaborative model of clinicians and researchers working side-by-side, we will bring groundbreaking discoveries to patients in Ottawa — and around the world.
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NEW CAMPUS DEVELOPMENT
INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY
See how we’ll become the most technologically advanced hospital in the country, using the latest tools to provide the right care in the right space with the right provider.
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WORLD LEADING RESEARCH
Through our unique collaborative model of clinicians and researchers working side-by-side, we will bring groundbreaking discoveries to patients in Ottawa — and around the world.
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STRENGTHENING CRITICAL SERVICES
From trauma care to cancer advancements to neuroscience, we will strengthen our critical services for patients across the region.
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For questions related to the new campus development project, please visit https://newcampusdevelopment.ca/
JUNE 24, 2020 OTTAWA, ON – The Ottawa Hospital Foundation welcomed four new members to their Board of Directors in June. Collectively, The Ottawa Hospital Foundation board strives to be the most efficient, effective, and respected hospital foundation in Canada, providing optimal support to The Ottawa Hospital. Each new member strengthens the board with backgrounds in business, finance, and medicine.
The four new board members are:
- Russell Jones, prior to his retirement, he was CFO of Shopify Inc. He joined Shopify in early 2011 and took them public in May 2015. Russell also held senior executive roles at Mitel Corporation, Newbridge Networks, Watchfire, and Quake Technologies.
- Vanessa Kanu, Chief Financial Officer at Mitel. Vanessa leads Mitel’s global finance operations including accounting, treasury, taxation, planning, and analysis and reporting. She is a 2020 Businesswoman of The Year finalist with the Ottawa Business Women’s Network.
- Janet McKeage, Vice-President and Investment Counsellor for RBC PH&N Investment Counsel. Janet provides comprehensive discretionary investment management for high net worth clients, corporations, foundations, and endowment funds throughout Canada and internationally.
- Dr. Emily Segal, PhD, CPSych, ExecHealth, Longwood Psychology. Dr. Segal is private clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist in Ottawa who trained at McGill University and Harvard Medical School. She understands the importance of translating the latest advancements in research to clinical use.
Michael Runia, Chair of the Board, welcomed the new board members at a recent virtual meeting. “We’re thrilled to welcome the experience each of these community leaders brings to our board. Their dedication to philanthropy will help steer us forward during these unprecedented times.” The Ottawa Hospital Foundation acknowledged the commitment of three outgoing board members: Sam Bhargava, Susan M.W. Cartwright, and Whitney Fox for their years of service. Members traditionally serve nine-year terms with the board.
About The Ottawa Hospital:
The Ottawa Hospital is one of Canada’s top learning and research hospitals, where excellent care is inspired by research and driven by compassion. As the third-largest employer in Ottawa, our support staff, researchers, nurses, physicians, and volunteers never stop seeking solutions to the most complex healthcare challenges.
Our multi-campus hospital, affiliated with the University of Ottawa, attracts some of the most influential scientific minds from around the world. Our focus on learning and research leads to new techniques and discoveries that are adopted globally to improve patient care.
We are the Regional Trauma Centre for eastern Ontario and have been accredited with Exemplary Standing for healthcare delivery — the highest rating from Accreditation Canada. We are also home to world-leading research programs focused on cancer therapeutics, neuroscience, regenerative medicine, chronic disease, and practice-changing research.
Backed by generous support from the community, we are committed to providing the world-class, compassionate care we would want for our loved ones.
For more information about The Ottawa Hospital, visit ohfoundation.ca.
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Every day people come to The Ottawa Hospital searching for answers; and every day, our innovative research brings hope to patients and their families. Every life changed, and every life saved through compassionate care and groundbreaking work at our hospital is made possible because of you.
We want you to be at our side; to help us push new discoveries and treatments forward, equip our team with the latest technology and equipment and ensure that our patients receive the very best care.
Creating Tomorrow
A Canadian-first clinical trial gives lymphoma patient a third chance
Faced with the return of his lymphoma for the third time in ten years, Owen Snider was running out of options. But there was new hope when he was accepted into a made-in-Canada CAR-T therapy clinical trial.
Catastrophic injuries require novel approach by our plastic surgery team
Karen Toop was hit by a snowplow while crossing the street in January 2012. She was critically injured when she arrived at our Trauma Centre. A multi-disciplinary team was ready to care for the injuries that some only see once in their career.
A meningioma tumour leaves mother facing blindness
With vision in her left eye deteriorating quickly, Michele Juma travelled from her home in Sault Ste. Marie to The Ottawa Hospital where she received specialized care after learning she had a meningioma tumour – and time was not on her side to save her vision.
From leukemia patient to multi-marathoner – with a walker
Leukemia patient, Bob Hardy, had a 40% chance of survival. But hope was restored after treatment at The Ottawa Hospital.
Celebrating a “re-birthday” each year since having a cancerous brain tumour removed
Ten years ago, The Ottawa Hospital saved Kimberly Mountain’s life after the discovery of cancerous brain tumour. Today, she’s confident if the cancer comes back, The Ottawa Hospital will be ready to save her again.
Hope despite aggressive skin cancer diagnosis
Diagnosed with a stage 4 melanoma at the age of 62, Dan Collins feared for his life when he learned about the aggressive form of cancer. However, immunotherapy treatment gave him a reason to hold out hope.
