Minister says the new Western Memorial Regional Hospital is biggest construction project in 40 years

    Thursday, 16 November 2023 07:00

    By Tonya Organ

    Transportation Minister John Abbott says during construction, around 90 percent of the workers were from this province.

    Transportation Minister John Abbott read a statement in the House of Assembly yesterday highlighting the completed construction at Western Memorial Regional Hospital. Abbott says this is the largest building project undertaken by the Provincial Government in 40 years. Last week, the state-of-the art facility was officially handed over to NL Health Services by the Corner Brook Health Care Partnership. NL Health Services will now begin the process of moving equipment and staff into the new hospital, with the goal of welcoming patients in spring 2024. Abbott says during construction, around 90 percent of the workers were from this province.

    To report an error, submit a news tip, or provide feedback, please e-mail news@bayfm.ca or call (709) 637-0183.

    More from Local News

     

     

     

    BayFM recognizes support from the following agencies:

                        

    Today's Weather

    • Corner Brook

      Sunny intervals

      High: 17°C | Low: 9°C

    • Deer Lake

      Light rain

      High: 17°C | Low: 8°C

    • Stephenville

      Heavy rain shower

      High: 15°C | Low: 11°C

    Recently Played

    Podcasts

    • Qalipu Today

      Qalipu Today, Tuesday May 5, 2026

      Jonah Rowsell, Manager of Tourism and Community Development with Qalipu First Nation on Bay Fm

    • Tuesdays with the Mayor

      Tuesdays with the Mayor, May 2026

      Corner Brook Mayor Linda Chaisson on Bay Fm

    • Sunday Night Geek

      Sunday Night Geek, May 3, 2026

      Sunday Night Geek, May 3, 2026