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Infographic: Comparison between current vs. new DCDH
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Interested in learning more about what the current Dawson Creek & District Hospital has in comparison to what the new hospital will have? Check out this infographic that compares the facility sizes, treatment spaces, programming and services, inpatient beds, and parking spaces!
Download a copy of the infographic to share with your family, friends, and extended network.
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What's going to happen to the current DCDH?
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Many residents have been wondering what will happen to the current Dawson Creek & District Hospital (DCDH) once the new hospital opens.Health care services will continue to be delivered at the current hospital while construction is underway on the new hospital – which is expected to be open, operational and ready for patients in 2027.
Now, why are we building a new hospital instead of redeveloping the current one?
The current DCDH was built in 1960 in accordance with clinical health care services and building code standards at the time. Since then, standards have continuously evolved and improved.
Recognizing these changes, the current hospital doesn’t align with current clinical and patient care standards and doesn’t comply with the current BC Building Code. These factors have an impact on patient and family experiences and the delivery of quality and efficient care.
There’s also more than what meets the eye when it comes to older buildings like the current DCDH. The infrastructure may appear to be in good standing, but it’s what you can’t see that contributes significantly to the need to replace the facility. The current facility has a poor Facility Condition Index, and its age causes deficiencies such as capacity constraints and functional issues.
The new hospital is going to be a brand-new state-of-the-art facility that is built in compliance with national clinical and patient care standards as well as current design and construction codes.
Northern Health will continue to upgrade equipment and assets in the current hospital to ensure that we’re providing quality health care. A significant amount of the newer equipment and assets that are in good working order will be moved into the new facility during the transition process.
We also acknowledge the tremendous community support over the past years through the Dawson Creek Hospital Foundation to support the purchasing of equipment required to provide health care services within the community.
Once the new hospital is open and operational, the current hospital will become inactive, be emptied out and then removed. The site will be cleared and turned back into developable land for future use.
We recognize that the DCDH has played a significant role in the lives of many residents over the past 60+ years. There are ample memories and stories to be shared about the current hospital and there will opportunities for you to share those with us in the future. Stay tuned for more information!
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Employment opportunities with Northern Health at the current and future DCDH
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Download a copy of the DCDH Employment Flyer to share with friends, family or colleagues.
There are a number of positions that need to be filled at the current and future Dawson Creek & District Hospital including:
- Care Aide
- Cook
- Diagnostics Imaging Technologist
- Dietitian
- Facility and Maintenance Worker
- Food Services Worker
- Health Information Professional
- Housekeeper
- Imaging Technician
- Indigenous Patient Health Assistant
- Laboratory Clerk
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Medical Laboratory Clerk & Technologist
- Mental Health Clinician & Staff
- Nursing Unit Clerk
- Occupational & Physio Therapist
- Patient Reception Staff
- Pharmacist & Pharmacy Staff
- Physician
- Registered Nurse
- Registration Clerk
- Respiratory Therapist
- Social Worker
- Stores Attendant
Key contacts for opportunities at the new Dawson Creek & District Hospital:
Northern Health Staff Recruitment
Note: Please do not use this email to submit your resume. Instead, apply online via one of the links below.
Physician Recruitment
Daphne Savoy
Northeast Physician Recruiter
Daphne.Savoy@northernhealth.ca
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Renderings: Public Interior Spaces
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Please note: Renderings are from the last design submission and are approximate and subject to change at any time. They are simulated views and information depicted is illustrative. The Design Builder makes no guarantee that what is depicted will ultimately appear as shown in the final design and construction.
Registration kiosks
Public seating and waiting area by the main entrance 
View from main entrance down elevator corridor 
Public seating and waiting areas 
Entrance to non-denominational spiritual room with nook in wall for artwork and artefacts
View down hallway to main entrance with display case for artwork and artefacts
Diagnostic imaging reception 
Public seating and waiting area
Emergency department waiting area
Inside the non-denominational spiritual room
Level 0 elevator lobby with display case for artwork and artefacts
Level 1 elevator lobby with display case for artwork and artefacts
Level 2 elevator lobby with display case for artwork and artefacts
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Renderings: Patient Rooms
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Please note: Renderings are from the last design submission and are approximate and subject to change at any time. They are simulated views and information depicted is illustrative. The Design Builder makes no guarantee that what is depicted will ultimately appear as shown in the final design and construction.
Typical in-patient room
Typical in-patient room footwall
Typical bariatric room
Typical bariatric room footwall
Typical labour, delivery, recover and post-partum (LDRP) room
Typical labour, delivery, recover and post-partum (LDRP) room footwall
Typical isolation room
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Site plan
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Please note: The site plan is approximate and subject to change at any time. All renderings are simulated views and information depicted is illustrative. The Design Builder makes no guarantee that what is depicted will ultimately appear as shown in the final design and construction. Plant species illustrated may not be representative of the final species or maturity of the plants selected during the detailed design stage.
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First look at the new Dawson Creek and District Hospital
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Please note: Renderings are from the 60% design submission and are approximate and subject to change at any time. These are simulated views and information depicted is illustrative. The Design Builder makes no guarantee that what is depicted in the renderings will ultimately appear as shown in the final design and construction. Plant species illustrated may not be representative of the final species or maturity of the plants selected during the detailed design stage.
Aerial view of front of building
Proximity to old facility 
View from 112 Ave 
View from southeast
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Proponent selected and contract signed for new Dawson Creek hospital
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People in Dawson Creek and area are one step closer to better access to care as a preferred proponent has been selected and the contract signed, with construction starting in July for the new Dawson Creek and District Hospital.
(Photo credits: Northern Lights College)
In co-ordination with Northern Health and Infrastructure BC, Graham Design Builders LP has been named the preferred proponent on the project. Graham Design Builders LP will be responsible for completing the design and building the new hospital.
“Our government has reached an important milestone with the Dawson Creek and District Hospital with the selection of the preferred proponent and the signing of the Design Build Agreement,” said Adrian Dix, Minister of Health. “People in the community and the region should expect to see work at the site in the weeks and months ahead as construction begins on the new and expanded hospital in Dawson Creek, and this is fantastic news.”
Construction is expected to begin in July 2023, with substantial completion in fall 2026. The new hospital is expected to be ready for patients in 2027.
“We are taking action to improve access to health care for every person in B.C., no matter where they live,” said Jennifer Rice, Parliamentary Secretary for Rural Health. “This new hospital means that when people in Dawson Creek and surrounding communities need care they can access quality services without travelling long distances.”
The new building will be approximately 24,500 square metres (263,000 square feet) and have 70 beds, an increase of 24. The emergency department is also doubling in size. Treatment spaces are increasing from 10 to 15. The facility will continue to provide a range of surgical services, as well as chemotherapy, ambulatory care, radiology, clinical support and pharmacy services.
There will also be space for a laboratory, diagnostic imaging, as well as physical rehabilitation. New parents and families will be supported by a perinatal unit, including labour, delivery, recovery and post-partum rooms, and a nursery. Mental-health service delivery will be brought up to modern standards with a new inpatient suite and an increase of beds from 15 to 18.
“This announcement is wonderful news and an important investment for Dawson Creek and the network of communities served by the Dawson Creek and District Hospital,” said Colleen Nyce, chair of Northern Health’s board of directors. “This new facility will strengthen and improve health-care services for residents in the region, as well as the physicians and staff who provide care in this hospital.”
The hospital will be built in Treaty 8 territory, the ancestral home of the Beaver, Cree, Saulteau, Sicannie (Sikanni), and Slavey. The hospital serves the communities of Blueberry River First Nation, Doig River First Nation, Fort Nelson First Nation, Halfway River First Nation, communities of Kelly Lake, Prophet River First Nation, Saulteau First Nations, and West Moberly First Nations; as well as Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous populations within the Peace region of Treaty 8 territory.
Local First Nations are being consulted throughout the project to ensure that the new facility is culturally safe, welcoming, respectful and relevant. The new facility will include a spiritual room for use by people of all cultures and faiths. There is also work being done to further the inclusion of Indigenous people within the facility and project, pending input and feedback from the committees and working groups.
The project cost is approximately $590 million, which will be shared between the Province through Northern Health, and the Peace River Regional Hospital District.
“This announcement is exciting news. The new hospital will provide a modern care facility for the residents of the Peace region for years to come,” said Leonard Hiebert, chair, Peace River Regional Hospital District. “The Peace River Regional Hospital District is a proud supporter of this new facility and we look forward to the start of construction on this very important project.”
The existing hospital will remain operational during construction. Future use of the current site will be determined after the new hospital is in operation.
Read the news release on the BC Gov News site - New hospital in Dawson Creek moves forward | BC Gov News
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Dawson Creek and District Hospital Replacement moves to next step in procurement process
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The Government of British Columbia and Northern Health are moving to the next step in the procurement process for replacement of the Dawson Creek and District Hospital.
The design of the new state-the-art hospital is approximately 60% complete and continuing to advance; however, Northern Health was unable to reach an agreement with the previously selected builder. As a result, a request for proposals will be issued in mid-January 2023 to select a proponent to complete and deliver the project.
The new proponent is expected to be selected early in 2023, with construction to begin shortly after.
The new hospital will be on the territory of Treaty 8 First Nations. Local First Nations will be consulted throughout the project to ensure culturally appropriate spaces are available, which will include a non-denominational spiritual room for use by people of all cultures and faiths.
The new facility will provide a range of surgical services, as well as chemotherapy, ambulatory care, radiology, clinical support and pharmacy services. There will also be space for a laboratory and diagnostic imaging, and a perinatal unit, including labour, delivery, recovery and post-partum rooms, as well as a nursery to support new parents and families.
The project is funded by the provincial government, through Northern Health, and the Peace River Regional Hospital District.
The new hospital is expected to be ready for patients in 2027. The existing hospital will remain operational during the construction of the new hospital.
Quick Facts:
- The new building will be approximately 19,400 square metres (209,000 square feet) and have 70 beds, which is an increase of 24 beds.
- Mental-health service delivery will be brought up to modern standards with a new in-patient suite and an increase of beds from 15 to 18.
- The emergency department will increase in size, with treatment spaces increasing from 10 to 15.
Read the full BC Gov News release: Dawson Creek hospital replacement moves to next step in procurement process
