Ontario Investing to Upgrade Geraldton District Hospital

Press Release

December 16, 2025

Redevelopment will connect more people in northern Ontario to quality care close to home

GREENSTONE — The Ontario government is investing up to $500,000 to support Geraldton District Hospital’s early planning work to redevelop and renovate its first floor, connecting more families in Greenstone and the surrounding communities to convenient, high-quality care close to home. The project is part of the government’s plan to protect the provincial health-care system by investing nearly $60 billion in more than 50 major hospital projects across the province over the next 10 years.

“Our government is making historic investments to protect Ontario’s health-care system and connect more people in Greenstone and communities across Northwestern Ontario to the care they need, where and when they need it,” said Sylvia Jones, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health. “By investing in the redevelopment of Geraldton District Hospital, we are making it faster and easier for more people and their families to access world-class hospital care in their community, for generations to come.”

The government’s investment will support planning to redevelop and renovate approximately 9,300 square feet of existing hospital space, allowing the hospital to expand its programs and services and meet the needs of the community for years to come.

As part of the early planning process, the hospital is considering the following upgrades:

Improved access to outpatient services for patients and families with a new dedicated entrance for outpatient services
A new CT diagnostic program, improving timely access in the region for patients who currently travel to Thunder Bay to access CT services
A new telemedicine suite to remotely support patients not requiring care at the hospital
Improved infection prevention and control measures, through the separation of acute and ambulatory programs

Geraldton District Hospital is located in the gateway to the Ring of Fire and the hospital’s redevelopment is part of Ontario’s broader strategy to unlock the economic potential of the region while ensuring First Nation and Northern communities reap the benefits of critical mineral development through community and economic partnerships that offer economic opportunities for generations.

As a next step, the Ministry of Health is working with Geraldton District Hospital to complete planning for this project, including determining programming, operational and space requirements. Once detailed planning is complete and the project is tendered and awarded, a construction schedule will be confirmed.

“Geraldton District Hospital plays a vital role in supporting families across Greenstone and our Northern communities. This investment strengthens that foundation by helping the hospital plan for the services people rely on every day,” said Kevin Holland, MPP for Thunder Bay—Atikokan. “I am grateful for the dedicated staff and local partners who continue working to ensure residents have dependable, high-quality care close to home.”

Through Your Health: A Plan for Connected and Convenient Care, the Ontario government continues to take bold and decisive action to expand and modernize Ontario’s hospitals, making it faster and easier for people of all ages to connect to the high-quality care they need, where and when they need it.

Quick Facts

Geraldton District Hospital provides a wide range of health-care programs and services to approximately 5,700 residents living in the five communities and four First Nations it proudly serves.
Over the next 10 years, Ontario is investing nearly $60 billion on major health infrastructure. This is part of the government’s plan to get shovels in the ground on more than 50 major hospital projects across the province, which will deliver approximately 3,000 new hospital beds and build a connected, people-first health-care system.
The Ontario government is investing $257 million in 2025-26 to support critical infrastructure upgrades and repairs at 126 hospitals and 66 community health-care facilities across the province, a 12.3 per cent increase from the previous year.
In 2025-26, Geraldton District Hospital will receive $519,000 through the Health Infrastructure Renewal Fund, including $250,000 in one-time funding as an Exceptional Circumstance Project Grant, to support the critical infrastructure needs of the hospital.

Quotes

“On behalf of the Municipality of Greenstone, I want to thank the Ontario government for this important investment in the future of health care in our region. The redevelopment of Geraldton District Hospital’s first floor is a vital step toward ensuring that families across Greenstone and our Northern communities have access to high-quality, modern care close to home. We are deeply grateful for the province’s partnership as we work together to build a stronger, healthier Greenstone for generations to come.”
– Jamie McPherson
Mayor of Greenstone

“We are thrilled to receive this significant investment from the Ontario government, which will enable us to enhance our facilities and services at Geraldton District Hospital. This redevelopment is not just about bricks and mortar; it’s about ensuring the communities that we serve have access to high-quality, timely health care right here at home. We look forward to working closely with our partners to realize this vision for our families and future generations.”
– Darryl Galusha
CEO, Geraldton District Hospital

“The redevelopment of Geraldton District Hospital is crucial for addressing the health-care needs of our community. This funding will allow us to expand essential programs and services, making health care more accessible and efficient. We appreciate the support from the government and are dedicated to collaborating with all stakeholders to create a healthier future for our community.”
– Eric Pietsch
Chair of the Board of Directors, Geraldton District Hospital

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