The provincial government is significantly boost funding for Southlake Regional Health Centre to support surgical care and infrastructure repairs.
Newmarket-Aurora MPP Dawn Gallagher Murphy was at the hospital today to announce more than $6.3 million in funding, with about $4 million for the surgical care department to increase capacity and reduce wait times, and more than $2.3 million allocated to infrastructure for 'critical upgrades.'
Gallagher-Murphy said the funding will help ensure patients can access high-quality care.
“I have to say, I think it is working because I am going to be here tomorrow in a different capacity, supporting my husband, who will be going through surgery,” said Gallagher-Murphy. “I know he will get perfect care right here at Southlake, and I will be by his side.”
Upgrade funds will be distributed to Southlake's health infrastructure renewal fund. The fund addresses infrastructure renewal needs such as upgrading or replacing roofs, windows, security systems, fire alarms, and backup generators.
Newmarket Mayor John Taylor, who was at the announcement, said he was excited about the funding and that Southlake is the community’s important asset.
“It touches the lives of virtually every resident in our communities, whether directly or indirectly, whether it’s one of their loved ones, their neighbours, friend or themselves. I was born here, and my children were born here.”
