The vote was unanimous; construction of the tower is set to begin in 2026
The Fraser-Fort George Regional Hospital District board unanimously approved a capital expenditure bylaw committing $318.7 million to construct the acute care patient tower at the University Hospital of Northern BC.
Over the past decade, the hospital district has been preparing for the expansion by accumulating surplus funds. Overall, the addition will increase hospital capacity for cardiac, mental health, and surgical services by 109 beds, from 102 to 211. While trade agreements governing the procurement process prevent preferential treatment for local businesses on provincial projects, Skakun expressed optimism that local suppliers could benefit.
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