The latest Moving Forward Community Report focused on the All Nations Hospital Project is now available, offering an update on the planning and progress of the new hospital and Campus of Care in Kenora. This inaugural report outlines key developments to date, including site planning, expanded clinical services, culturally grounded design elements, and the ongoing … Read more
Wednesday, October 15th was a momentous day for the healthcare sector in our region! Ontario’s Premier, Doug Ford visited 1060 Lakeview Drive in Kenora, the future site of the region’s new hospital and Wiigwas Elder and Senior Care and shared “We’re replacing the Lake of the Woods District Hospital in Kenora with a new, state-of-the-art hospital, … Read more
The Project Planning Team for the redevelopment of Lake of the Woods District Hospital has prepared this FAQ for our communities. Read on to learn about estimated timelines, the size and location of the new hospital, estimated cost to build and more!
The Government of Ontario has announced a significant investment of $50 million to support advanced planning of a new regional hospital in Kenora! The journey to this point in time began in 2017 when Ogimaawabiitong Kenora Chiefs Advisory (KCA) and Lake of the Woods District Hospital (LWDH), in ceremony, committed to working together in partnership, … Read more
Representatives from Lake of the Woods District Hospital and the LWDH Foundation attended the Clearwater Bay Market in July 2025 for the opportunity to talk with the area’s residents about the hospital’s current operations, exciting Diagnostic Imaging Centre of Excellence and the new hospital project.
In July 2025 our Lake of the Woods District Hospital and Foundation teams attended the Yacht Club for an opportunity to update members about the new hospital project, Diagnostic Imaging Centre of Excellence and new physician model of compensation.
In June 2025 teams from Lake of the Woods District Hospital, Ogimaawabiitong Kenora Chiefs Advisory, LM Architectural and Chiefs from across our region gathered at the Makate Waagamichiwanang Gakinaa’amaatiwin Youth and Family Wellness Camp to build relationships and discuss the development possibilities at the 113 acres of property at 1060 Lakeview Drive.
Last fiscal year, Lake of the Woods District Hospital (LWDH) and Ogimaawabiitong Kenora Chiefs Advisory (KCA) furthered plans for a new hospital and campus of care that is envisioned to serve the northwest region. Notable milestones in 2024/2025 included: Ontario Health endorsement of the scope of clinical programs and services planned for the new hospital. … Read more
Our planning partners, Ogimaawabiitong Kenora Chiefs Advisory recently finalized the purchase of 118 acres of property in Kenora, located at 1060 Lakeview Drive, formerly the Green First Forest Products site. This strategic purchase is historic as it serves to advance significant capital projects planned for Kenora, including being the intended site of our proposed new … Read more