M. Sullivan & Son Limited has been awarded a $95 million contract to build the new Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital (PECMH) in Ontario. This project represents a major milestone in the region’s healthcare infrastructure. This state-of-the-art facility will replace the existing hospital, significantly enhancing healthcare services for the local community. The new PECMH will feature a 24-hour emergency department, a helipad, a surgical suite, and specialized units, including a dialysis center.
Construction began at Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital on August 1st, 2024, following a rigorous procurement process in March 2023 involving extensive evaluations and bids from four shortlisted companies. Through Infrastructure Ontario and Quinte Health, Ontario’s government is leading this redevelopment project, which is crucial for the local population and forms part of a broader strategy to modernize healthcare infrastructure across the province. The project is expected to bring substantial economic benefits, including job creation during construction and long-term healthcare positions once the facility is operational.
The PECMH will serve the community’s needs with advanced medical services and a sustainable design. The hospital will include a modern 24-hour emergency department, ensuring round-the-clock access to urgent care. Additionally, it will house specialized units such as a dialysis center, which is vital for patients requiring regular renal care, and an up-to-date surgical suite to support a wide range of medical procedures. The facility will also have a helipad for rapid patient transport in critical situations.
Other key features of the new Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital will include:
- 20 inpatient beds with the potential for expansion to 23 beds
- Diagnostic imaging facilities, including a CT scanner, x-ray, ultrasound, mammography, and cardio-diagnostics
- Ambulatory care services, including clinics, medical day care, endoscopy, and medical device reprocessing
- A central laboratory for comprehensive diagnostic services
- An inpatient pharmacy
These elements ensure that the hospital will meet the community’s current needs and be equipped to adapt to future demands, making it a cornerstone of healthcare in Prince Edward County.
Bay of Quinte MPP Todd Smith highlighted the significance of this project, stating, “With an approved contract for M. Sullivan and Son Limited to build the new Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital, we’ve reached the finish line after a long journey together. Our government is turning its promise into action.” He also emphasized the project’s role in bringing advanced medical care to the area and supporting the community’s needs for future generations
Peggy Payne, Chairperson of the PECMH Foundation, expressed her excitement about the project reaching this significant milestone, noting, “We always knew that the new build would keep sustainability in mind to serve many generations in this community.”
This redevelopment is part of a larger $27 billion investment by the Ontario government in hospital infrastructure across the province, aimed at upgrading facilities and ensuring that all Ontarians have access to high-quality healthcare services.
