MAMAWETAN CHURCHILL RIVER HEALTH REGION INVESTS IN FACILITY REPAIRS AND SAFETY UPGRADES

Mamawetan Churchill River Health Region is spending $260,000 to make its most pressing infrastructure repairs and safety upgrades, thanks to the government's $1 billion Ready for Growth initiative.

"Replacing outdated safety systems and making basic building repairs are incredibly important to ensure the safety and comfort of patients and health providers," Health Minister Don McMorris said. "The government must protect our multi-billion dollar investment in our 236 publicly-funded health facilities. This year's funding partly addresses the significant backlog of maintenance, repairs and safety system upgrades."

"This funding will help our region address needs in our facilities that will provide a safer environment for our clients," Mamawetan Churchill River Regional Health Authority chairperson Al Rivard said.

The 2008-09 provincial budget earmarked $100 million for health region infrastructure. Mamawetan Churchill River Health Region is receiving the increased funding as its annual block funding for capital infrastructure.

Each health region determines its most urgent priorities, and contracts with suppliers to get the work done.

The Mamawetan Churchill River Health Region serves a population of over 22,000 people spread over a large northern geographical region. It oversees health facilities in La Ronge, Creighton, Pinehouse, Sandy Bay and Weyakwin.

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For more information, contact:

Karen Hill
Health
Regina
Phone: 306-787-4083 Linda Mikolayenko
Mamawetan Churchill River Health Region
La Ronge
Phone: 306-425-4812