Project status update

Where we’ve come from

Since our last update, the project has reached a number of significant milestones following the execution of the Design Build Agreement with Graham Design Builders LP (Graham).

Over the summer, a lot of work was completed on site including tree clearing, installing perimeter fencing, stripping the top soil, setting up site office trailers, and bulk excavation – which involved approximately 56,000m³ of material being removed from the site.

In addition, work on a new sidewalk and temporary parking lot has been completed to accommodate workers that will be on site throughout the project.

Where we’re at

The Dawson Creek skyline has a new look with the first of two tower cranes being installed on site. Once the second crane is installed, they will remain on site for the next 16 months.

Fun fact: Crane #1 is 165 feet tall with a jib length of 75 metres and crane #2 will be 135 feet tall with a jib length of 60 metres.

Workers have started pouring concrete for the footings and foundation walls for the basement.

The fifth round of User Consultation Meetings were held for clinical users to provide input on clinical design, room layouts, work surfaces, millwork, equipment quantities and locations, and much more.

What’s next

Throughout the winter, work will continue on the concrete super structure. In February, work will begin on the level 1 suspended slab. In early 2024, we will receive the formal 95% design submission.

Other exciting news

Groundbreaking celebrations

In late-July, a small group gathered on site to dig the ceremonial hole and celebrate the start of construction.

The Project Management Office also hosted a staff celebration and staff were invited down to meet the project team, view draft renderings of the new hospital, and enjoy cupcakes and snacks.

Presentations for the Chambers of Commerce

The Dawson Creek, Chetwynd and Fort St. John Chambers of Commerce hosted a series of luncheons for their members with the topic of discussion being the DCDH Replacement Project.

Ashley Pannozzo, DCDH Community Engagement Liaison and Dave Corcoran, VP of Health Care for Graham presented a project status update and shared information about upcoming business and employment opportunities.

Employment and business opportunities with the project

A new hospital for the community means more than just investing in health-care, it also means economic opportunities for the region. Construction only began a couple of months ago, but locals are already involved and benefiting from the project.

Graham is responsible for all hiring and contracting related to the construction of the new hospital. Wherever possible, they are prioritizing working with and hiring local and regional businesses. They are also committed to filling as many positions as possible with people from the local community and region. During the peak of construction, there will be over 300 workers on-site.

Interested in employment, apprenticeship training, business opportunities and/or subcontracts? Submit a resume and/or send information about services and product offerings to Graham via email to dawsoncreekhospital@graham.ca.

Construction camera

The DCDH Construction Camera is now available! That means any day, any time, you can see what progress is being made on the construction of the new hospital.

You can see a live snapshot, zoom in and out and side to side, compare photos from different days, go back in time for archived snapshots, and view monthly timelapses.

Interested in learning more?

Contact us directly

Reach out to Ashley Pannozzo, our Community Engagement Liaison Officer, for the Dawson Creek and District Hospital Replacement Project at LetsTalkDCDH@northernhealth.ca.