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The $287-million project spanning almost 400,000 square feet The $50.5 million in community donor investment has helped
of new construction and refurbished patient care space, makes make CMH the most technologically advanced hospital in
it the most technologically advanced hospital in the region. It Waterloo Region. Some highlights of the Future Ready CMH
houses patient care units, laboratory and diagnostic imaging include:
departments, a rehabilitation department and three dedicated • 390, 000 sq. ft. of new modern spaces
endoscopy suites. • 700 pieces of high-tech clinical equipment

The grand opening ceremony brought together government, • 82% of rooms featuring single occupancy
municipal and healthcare leaders, staff, volunteers, and • An expanded Diagnostic Imaging Department and a new
community members to celebrate this milestone. Medical Laboratory
• 40 Emergency stretcher bays
“This is more than just a building—it’s a promise to our • 9 new surgical suites
community. It’s a space built for healing, connection, and
growth, equipped with cutting-edge technology and designed Gore Mutual merging with largest
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of the CMH Board of Directors, during the ceremony.

Opening remarks by Ontario Premier Doug Ford, Region of
Waterloo Chair Karen Redman, City of Cambridge Mayor Jan
Liggett and North Dumfries Mayor Sue Foxton spoke of the
need for a strong health-care system for our communities.

The remaining inpatients that are currently in the 1950’s era
Wing C were moved into the Wing B complex in mid-January.
The day after the ribbon cutting, a community open house saw
more than 2, 000 residents explore CMH’s new state-of-the-
art spaces and equipment. The CMH Foundation also hosted
donor families throughout the weekend who were celebrating
a named room or space in the new area.

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