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Celebration for staff
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The Project Management Office hosted a celebration for DCDH and Health Unit staff to celebrate the start of construction on the new hospital. Everyone was invited down to meet the project team, view draft renderings of the new hospital, and enjoy cupcakes from Co-op Bakery(External link) and charcuterie boards from beans&barley(External link).
We appreciate all of our staff for the hard work they do on a daily basis and for sharing their thoughts on the project during user consultation meetings. It's important that their voices are heard as we design and construct the new facility that they will eventually work in and provide healthcare services to patients and the community.
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Constructing care: Chamber luncheon with Graham Design Builders
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On July 19, the Dawson Creek Chamber of Commerce(External link) hosted a luncheon with their members under the theme "Constructing Care with Graham Design Builders".
Business leaders, community members, and local stakeholders gathered at the George Dawson Inn to hear from Dave Corcoran, Project Director, Graham Design Builders about the new Dawson Creek and District Hospital.
Dave presented a project overview and update, shared information about what's next, discussed the construction process and plans, and the positive impact it will have on the community.
The members also learned about upcoming subcontract and business opportunities with the project. You can read the full list of upcoming opportunities here.
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Shovels in the ground!
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It's official! Ground has been broken on the site of the new hospital. A small group gathered yesterday to dig the ceremonial hole and celebrate the start of construction, although they had a bit of help from the excavator.
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Fencing and site office
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Over the last couple of days, perimeter fencing has been installed and the site office trailers and some pieces of equipment have arrived on-site.
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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.
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Photos: Minister of Health Adrian Dix's announcement in Dawson Creek
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On Monday, June 26, Minister of Health Adrian Dix visited Dawson Creek to announce the selection of the preferred proponent and signing of the Design Build Agreement for the new Dawson Creek & District Hospital. A large group of stakeholders, partners, and community members joined him on this beautiful sunny morning.
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Display of new DCDH at the Dawson Creek Art Gallery's annual art auction
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On Friday, June 23, the Dawson Creek Art Gallery hosted their 40th annual art auction. This year's theme was "Come Fly With Me" as the auction took place inside the aircraft hanger on Northern Lights College's campus. The event featured over 30 pieces of artwork from local and regional artists open for bidding.
To accompany the beautiful pieces of art, Northern Health was invited to feature an exhibit for the new Dawson Creek and District Hospital.
Ashley Pannozzo, Community Engagement Liaison and Jennifer Dunn, Clinical Lead set up a table and were there to answer questions about the project, share the project's fact sheet and information about upcoming milestones, and build excitement about the project with the display of artistic renderings of some of the spaces within the new facility.
The evening began with portraits and sketches by local artist Gary Lowe, mini-games to start the fun, piano tunes by Julie LaForge, and sweet and savoury snacks from Beans&Barley. Attendees enjoyed refreshments by Browns Socialhouse, a buffet dinner by Don's Diner, and a silent auction with over 40 items. The evening concluded with the art auction which was a huge success and live music by Graydon Schilds, Christian Kiyawasew and Cody Fonda.
Thank you again to the Dawson Creek Art Gallery (External link)for inviting us to be part of this exciting annual event. It truly was a remarkable evening filled with amazing pieces of artwork, great conversations with local partners and lots of fun!
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Ground blessing ceremony
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On Monday, June 19, a ground blessing ceremony was held on the site of the new Dawson Creek and District Hospital to pay respects to the territory on which the new hospital will be located. We were honoured to have Elder Della Owens from Saulteau First Nations lead the ceremony and blessing.
The morning began with Russ Beerling, Northern Health Board Member, sharing remarks about the commitment that Northern Health has to working hand in hand and side by side with the local First Nations on whose territory we are on, and in the region, to build a safe and welcoming place of healing and wellness.
Following the opening remarks, Elder Della Owens was invited to lead those in attendance through the blessing. Witnesses to the ceremony were seated in a circle and joined her with their heads lowered and hands open as she shared a prayer in Cree. Elder Della prayed and shared blessings for health of the land, for those who will build the hospital, for those who will work at the hospital, and for those who will come to the hospital for healing.
This was an important step for the project while the land was undisturbed and before construction began.
Witnesses to the ceremony included representatives from the Treaty 8 Tribal Association, Saulteau First Nations, the Peace River Regional Hospital District, the City of Dawson Creek and Graham Design Builders; as well as Northern Health's Board of Directors, Indigenous Health, and the DCDH project management team.
As the Dawson Creek & District Hospital Replacement Project progresses, we are continuing to focus on collaboration with Indigenous partners which we hope will lead to improved wellness and more positive outcomes for all people, communities and Nations in Northeast BC. Local Indigenous communities are being consulted throughout the design process to ensure that the new facility is cultural safe, welcoming, respectful and relevant.
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Career Fair at Dawson Creek Secondary School
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On March 15, School District 59’s Career Education Department Team hosted a career fair for Dawson Creek Secondary School – South Peace Campus students.
We were among 25 different regional companies and organizations offering career and educational information. Approximately 100 students that came through the gymnasium along with teachers and support staff.
We featured volunteer opportunities, job and career paths through the Grow Our Own program, and quick facts about the new hospital as there is an ongoing need for health care professionals in the region.
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Education and career fair at Saulteau First Nations
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On March 9, Saulteau First Nations(External link) and the Muskoti Learning Centre hosted an education and career fair for Grade 10-12 students from Saulteau First Nations as well as students from Chetwynd Secondary School and Tumbler Ridge Secondary School.
Northern Health was invited to feature volunteer opportunities, job and career paths through the Grow Our Own promotions and information about the new Dawson Creek and District Hospital. The new facility being built in the South Peace means an ongoing need to health care professionals in the region.
Approximately 100 students and teachers attended the event, which featured info booths from 25 different organizations. The event was extremely positive for all involved and our hope is that the youth were inspired and will consider professions in health care.
Attending these events throughout the Peace Region helps us raise awareness of career and volunteer opportunities within the health care industry and allow us to share information about the new hospital being built in the South Peace.
Pictured from left to right: Byron Stewart, Northeast Recruitment & Retention Ambassador, Machiel Mostert, Northeast Volunteer Resources Coordinator, and Ashley Pannozzo, DCDH Community Engagement Liaison
