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Summer 2024 - Quarterly Project Update
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Where we’re at
Northern Health gets the keys on August 20!
PCL will officially transfer ownership of the new hospital to Northern Health on Tuesday, August 20. Note that this doesn’t mean the new hospital is now operational; rather, it means Northern Health can now undertake the next phase of work: activation work towards becoming operational. Staff and physicians are getting excited to see the inside of the hospital for the first time! They’ll get a chance to have a sneak peek of the new building the following Friday and Saturday. These brief tours are not considered orientation; almost a full month (Oct. 15 to Nov. 18) has been set aside for much of the staff and physician orientation and training in the new facility.
See project progress from May 2021 until now
Check out the latest construction time-lapse video!
Recent milestones:
- Local artist Alison Johansen is donating four of her beautiful paintings to the new facility; these will add colour and interest to the walls.
- Some new pathways outside the hospital are complete (see second timelapse photo above), and landscaping has started for some areas outside of the hospital.
- Efforts to recruit more physicians and staff continue.
- Several new state-of-the-art diagnostic machines, both large and small, have arrived at the new hospital – see articles below for more detail.
Where we’re going
Key move dates:
- Mon. Nov. 18 to Sat. Nov. 23: Phased move of some clinical and all non-clinical spaces.
- Sunday, November 24: The big day! Patients are moved; final equipment move takes place.
Activation and move planning: An update from Anne Chisholm, MMH Project Transition and Move Coordinator
The transition to the new hospital requires that the building becomes a functional hospital ready to provide patient care on the first day of the patient move. Activation is about the practical process of physically moving contents, stocking the building with equipment and supplies, and relocating patients from the existing hospital to the new facility.
Our activation strategy integrates building and operational readiness by identifying, organizing, and facilitating planning activities needed to bring the new facility to life, while maintaining the continuity of operations at the current hospital and minimizing downtime and risks to patient care activities throughout the transition period.
Our planning integrates environmental services, facility maintenance, biomedical engineering, materials management and logistics, protection services, IMIT, clinical scenarios testing, operational workflow simulations, emergency preparedness, orientation and training, communication and public relations, the physical move plan, and the patient transfer plan.
Recent highlights
New diagnostic imaging machines arrive
Three major new pieces of equipment have arrived: a new CT scanner was delivered at the end of May, a SPEC-CT machine arrived in June, and a new MRI arrived from Germany on July 22.
“All the machines represent the latest technology to provide patients in the Northwest with the most advanced imaging without having to travel to a larger centre,” said Marina Downs, Diagnostic Imaging Manager, Mills Memorial. “This will support our core values to provide care closest to home.”
The combined value of the three new state-of-the-art machines, which replace older equipment that was approaching the end of its life, is just under $5 million. The machines were funded as part of the overall hospital project by the North West Regional Hospital District and by the BC Ministry of Health through Northern Health.
For full details, check out this post (https://letstalk.northernhealth.ca/mmh/news_feed/draft-ct-scanner) on Let’s Talk.
Other new equipment will provide state-of-the-art care closer to home
In addition to the large machines mentioned above, the new hospital will boast several other new pieces of diagnostic equipment:
- New mammogram equipment and two new x-ray rooms
- One new fluoroscopy room (fluoroscopy is used for studies like barium swallows)
- Three new ultrasound machines, bringing the total to six
- One new portable x-ray machine, bringing the total to two
- One new C-arm (portable fluoroscopy machine) for the operating rooms, bringing the total to two. This machine makes it possible for physicians to do scans for bone injuries and other conditions during surgeries.
Celebrating MMH through stories
During the past 80 years, MMH has been part of many stories of joy, hope, change, and loss. As we look forward to the new hospital, let’s honour those special moments! Help us remember the existing Mills Memorial Hospital in Terrace and all those who have worked and received care there. Go to Let’s Talk MMH to learn more, or download the story submission form.
Interested in working at the new hospital?
Several positions need to be filled at the current and future hospital, including clinical, support services, administration, and more! For more info and a list of job opportunities, download the MMH employment flyer. Or, go to NH Careers to search for current openings.
Learn more!
There are a couple of ways you can find out more about this exciting project:
- Go to letstalk.northernhealth.ca/MMH – it’s your one-stop shop for everything related to the Mills Memorial Hospital Replacement project. The site features regular project updates, a link to the construction camera, and more.
- Email letstalkMMH@northernhealth.ca with your questions and comments. We’re always happy to hear from you!
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New MRI, CT, and SPECT-CT machines arrive at the new hospital
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The new hospital currently nearing completion in Terrace has received three major new pieces of equipment that will help provide excellent care closer to home for people in the Northwest.
A new CT scanner was delivered at the end of May, a SPECT-CT machine arrived in June, and a new MRI arrived from Germany on July 22.
“All three machines represent the latest technology to provide patients in the Northwest with the most advanced imaging without having to travel to a larger centre,” said Marina Downs, Diagnostic Imaging Manager, Mills Memorial. “This will support our core values to provide care closest to home.”
“SPECT and MRI are regional services that Mills provides,” she added. “We support the whole Northwest for these two services. CT is pretty common now; for example, Prince Rupert has one and Smithers has one. Terrace does still support a large amount of regional patients for CT.”
The combined value of the three new state-of-the-art machines, which replace older equipment that was approaching the end of its life, is just under $5 million. The machines were funded as part of the overall hospital project by the North West Regional Hospital District, and by the BC Ministry of Health through Northern Health.
The new CT scanner is shown inside the new hospital, complete with a virtual skylight to help
patients feel more relaxed while being scanned.More about the new equipment:
- CT scanner:
- CT stands for “computed tomography,” which is a way of making 3D images of the inside of the human body.
- CT scanners use X-rays to create detailed cross-sectional images of the body, providing information about bone structures, soft tissues, and blood vessels.
- SPECT-CT:
- SPECT-CT machines combine two types of scans: single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) and computed tomography (CT), creating highly defined 3D images of the inside of the body.
- This type of machine provides functional information that other imaging options can’t provide. SPECT-CTs are especially useful for detecting abnormal or cancerous cells and assessing musculoskeletal issues.
- MRI:
- MRI stands for “magnetic resonance imaging.”
- MRI machines use a strong magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of our bodies’ internal structures. They excel at giving us images of soft tissues, organs, and the brain.
- Terrace’s new MRI machine can scan a patient’s whole body, including capturing from 100 to 100,000 images per study.
“Regional operation teams assessed the benefits of replacing the machines now to reduce any impact to regional patients and determined that it made more sense to get the new machines now,” said Marina. “For example, there would be replacement costs to install a new MRI machine because they’re large and complex, including some construction. To install new machines now means we can seamlessly move from our old hospital to the new hospital with only limited downtime.”
The space for the new MRI machine during construction. Michael King, Construction Manager at PCL, explained in a recent LinkedIn post that these machines must be installed in a copper-lined room to protect against magnetic interference.
The MRI machine arrives in its new home (which also features a virtual skylight) on July 22. “Planning for the installation of an MRI machine is a meticulous process,” said Michael King, Construction Manager at PCL.
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PCL golf tournament raises $19,000 for ultrasound
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A huge thank you to the team at PCL Construction, and all sponsors and golf teams that turned out to make the September 2023 second annual golf tournament the best ever! The event raised $19,000 towards a $72,000 Obstetrical Ultrasound for the new Mills Memorial Hospital. The equipment has now been ordered.Photos (from top to bottom):- Michael King, PCL Construction Manager congratulates Gerry Lambert, one of the Air Canada Ticket Raffle winners.
- The event 50/50 Winner, David Graham from Central Painting, surprised us all by donating his $1,480 back to the Hospital Foundation! (left to right) Tania Vance, REM Lee Director, Michael King, PCL, David Graham, Anne Chisholm and Shirley Nichol, Northern Health.
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PCL golf tournament raises money for hospital foundation
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Dianne Rooker (left) and Heather Bellamy of the REM Lee Hospital Foundation at the PCL Constructors Westcoast Inc. 2022 Mills Memorial Hospital Project Golf TournamentGood weather and a good cause made for a great wrap up to two great days at the Skeena Valley Golf & Country Club this month.
PCL Constructors Westcoast hosted a golf tournament in Terrace on September 6 and 13 to raise money for the Dr. R.E.M. Lee Hospital Foundation, which in turn raises money for two local health facilities: Mills Memorial Hospital and Terraceview Lodge.
Tournament participants included representatives from sponsors, PCL and the Mills Memorial Hospital Replacement Project team. The tournament's leading sponsors include Air Canada and Diversified Transportation. Other sponsors include All North, Clean Harbors, Flynn, HDR Architecture, Houle Electrical, IG Wealth Management, Janitors Warehouse, Modern Niagara, Robertson Wall and Ceiling, Smith and Andersen, Soprema, Sunbelt Rentals, Sunco Drywall, Totem Ford Terrace, United Rentals and Willscot.
PCL is the contractor designing and building the new Mills Memorial Hospital and Seven Sisters in Terrace. The golf tournament is one of several volunteer and fundraising initiatives the company has undertaken to benefit the local community.
The tournament took place over the course of two afternoons to accommodate participants working on alternate shifts.
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Local engineering students tour site
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Last week, five students and their instructor from the Engineering Certificate program at Coast Mountain College were fortunate to get a tour of the Mills Memorial Hospital Replacement project site in Terrace."The students were excited to tour such a large and complex project that will play a key role in the future of our community," said course instructor Stuart Toop."The staff and engineers onsite took a large amount of time out of their busy day to show us around the project and answer all our questions," he continued. "PCL has offered amazing support to the Engineering Program at Coast Mountain College."PCL recently made a $5,000 donation to the Engineers and Geoscientists of BC's new scholarship program aimed to help eliminate educational and employment gaps with Indigenous and non-Indigenous students.
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PCL introduces tree legacy program
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Rob Smith, left, and Goldy Gill of PCL talk to students about their chance to plant a tree on the site of the new Mills Memorial Hospital.With the support of Northern Health, PCL is engaging schools and students in Terrace in a Tree Legacy Programinitiative to repopulate trees at the Mills Memorial Replacement Project site, once the build is complete.
Starting in May 2022, participating students will be provided a tree plug with responsibility to nurture the plug in preparation for the 2024 planting season.
PCL has arranged for local business, Uplands Nursery, to provide local tree species to symbolize the history and culture of the region.
In a follow up to Earth Day (April 22), the program kicked off its first presentations to students at Thornhill Elementary School and Centennial Christian School on April 28. PCL will present to Ecole Mountainview on May 3 and Uplands on May 5.
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Workers donate to local food bank
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The holiday season is a time many of us come together and show our true generosity.
This is definitely the case for a number construction workers on the Mills Memorial Hospital site who joined forces this past month to raise a significant amount of money for Terrace's Salvation Army Food Bank.
Northern Health would like to thank workers from PCL Constructors Westcoast Inc, as well as several of their contractors on site - Modern Niagara, Houle Electric and IDL Projects Inc - for raising funds to help make things better for those who need right now in the Terrace community .
This is one of many contributions the workers and companies have made to our community and region so far, including and most importantly, to those most in need.
Danielle Morrison of Terrace, who works as an Administrative Assistant for PCL on the Mills Memorial Project, gives a thumbs up as she hands over a large donation to the Food Bank. 
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Calling all Indigenous artists
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PCL Construction, with the help of Northern Health and the Skeena Salmon Arts Fest Society is seeking proposals from artists to create a logo for the Mills Memorial Hospital Redevelopment project in Terrace.
The project is seeking Northwest Coast formline style drawing, created by an artist of Indigenous heritage who resides in Northern Health's Northwest services area.
Download the Call for Proposals for info about submission requirements, eligibility, pricing, and more.
Deadline to submit: Wednesday, January 5, 2022
Please submit your proposal and any questions to: skeenasalmonartfest@gmail.com
This logo will be used by PCL for the project. This is not a logo for the hospital or its operations.
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PCL employees help beautify Terrace
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Last week, some of the PCL crew who are in town building the new hospital, joined members of the Terrace Beautification Society, along with local high-school students, to help clean up around Market Estates, a seniors housing complex on Davis Avenue in Terrace. The three PCL employees spent some time pulling weeds and chatting with locals.
The Mills Memorial Hospital project will take approximately four years to complete and PCL is keen to get know and be involved in the community during their time here.
Read the Terrace Standard article about the youth volunteering that night along with the PCL employees.
Lots of weeds to pick.
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Pediatrics move out of Sleeping Beauty
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The Terrace Pediatric Clinic has temporarily moved from the Sleeping Beauty Pediatric Clinic to the third floor of the Park Avenue Medical Clinic.As construction of a new, state-of-the-art facility progresses, the Sleeping Beauty Medical Clinic, located behind Mills Memorial Hospital, will need to be demolished to make way for the new hospital.
In the meantime, PCL Constructors Westcoast Inc, the contractor set to build the new hospital, will use Sleeping Beauty as a temporary on-site, office location.
The new permanent location for the Terrace Pediatric Clinic will not be on the hospital grounds. However, it will be adjacent to the property in a newly leased space in the Keith Avenue Mall. The Park Avenue clinic location is only temporary while the Keith Avenue space is being designed and renovated for the Terrace Pediatric Clinic.
The Terrace Pediatric Clinic provides primary care services for children, from birth to their seventeenth birthday. The Clinic offers comprehensive, up-to-date, quality care, for a variety of medical, developmental, and mental health problems. It is a consultative service based on a referral from a family physician.
Acute care services for children ¬– for example, emergency treatment and surgeries ¬– will continue to be offered at the hospital.
While there may be some changes to how patients access services throughout the construction of a new hospital, Northern Health is planning ahead and aims to keep all services as accessible as possible to patients during this time.
