Ontario Construction News staff writer
The Government of Saskatchewan has selected Graham Construction for the Paul’s Hospital Front Entrance expansion project through a two-stage procurement process.
“Graham is thrilled to have once again been selected to partner with the Saskatchewan Health Authority to deliver this important project for our city,” said Graham Construction district manager Randy Schentag. “As a local contractor, projects like these hold immense significance for us, not only in terms of our business, but for the positive impact they have on our community.”
Construction is expected to begin imminently and be completed in Fall 2025.
“We are pleased to see a team in place to lead the renovations to St. Paul’s Hospital front entrance, which will provide a safer, more efficient space for patients, visitors and staff, while considering the needs of the Indigenous community,” said Health Minister Everett Hindley. “Thank you to our project donors, Emmanuel Health and the St. Paul’s Hospital Foundation for their commitment to improving safety and inclusivity.”
Founded in Saskatchewan in 1926, Graham Construction has a strong history and experience delivering major projects in Saskatchewan, including the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital in Moose Jaw, the Southwest Integrated Healthcare Facility in Maple Creek, and the Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital in Saskatoon.
The project includes an 8,353 sq. ft. expansion, with a fully accessible and expanded front entrance with 6,609 sq. ft. of interior renovations supporting the relocation of Patient Registration, Security, Information, additional washrooms, and a relocated gift shop. A Healing Centre is located in the front entrance for First Nations and Métis citizens to access for ceremony.
The project will improve safety, accessibility, and patient flow and establish a Cultural Healing Centre equivalent to those at Regina General and Pasqua Hospitals. The new First Nations and Métis Healing Centre will offer space for celebration of culture and for patients to seek culturally safe healing. Emmanuel Health and the St. Paul’s Hospital Foundation have committed to donating a share to the project.