Brant Community Healthcare System

Brant Community Healthcare System The primary acute care facilities proudly serving Brantford-Brant and surrounding communities, committed to leading beyond care. DeGroote School of Medicine.

The 2,300 staff, physicians and volunteers of the Brant Community Healthcare System are committed to patient safety and innovation. Brantford General is a 265 bed regional acute care health centre and the Willett, Paris is a multi-service health centre providing urgent care and community outreach programs. An accredited organization (Accreditation Canada), Brant Community Healthcare System is an a

ffiliated teaching site of McMaster University Michael G. We are the recipient of the inaugural Ontario Practical Nurses Association Employer of the Year Award. Brant Community Healthcare System is known for its professionalism, considerable state-of-the-art medical technology and has been described as Ontario’s hidden jewel of health care.

We’re on our way to finding a home for our new hospital in Brantford-Brant! Today, BCHS formally introduced its site id...
08/15/2025

We’re on our way to finding a home for our new hospital in Brantford-Brant!

Today, BCHS formally introduced its site identification Task Force who will be leading this process. Over the coming months this group will engage with the community, subject matter experts, First Nations and local Indigenous communities on the criteria to be used to evaluate potential sites, lead a call for land, evaluate submitted land proposals, and ultimately make a site recommendation to the BCHS Board of Directors.

📣 Introducing the Task Force:

🔹 Don Shilton (Chair), retired President of St. Mary’s General Hospital and a long-time Brantford resident
🔹 Amos Key Jr., Councillor, Six Nations of the Grand River 59th Elected Council
🔹 Alison Newton, Chief Administrative Officer, County of Brant
🔹 Jodi Rock, representative of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation
🔹 Nicole Wilmot, Chief Planner, Senior Director of Planning and Development, City of Brantford

Over the next couple of months, BCHS will be working to capture feedback from the community on what's important to consider when identifying a site for a new hospital, but for now here are some general timelines as to our activities to come:

✅ Site identification process launch (August 2025)
☑️ Public consultation to develop land evaluation criteria for proposals (Fall 2025)
☑️ Public call for land proposals (November 2025)
☑️ Evaluation of submitted land proposals (February 2026)
☑️ Recommendation from Task Force to BCHS Board of Directors (Spring 2026)

There will be much more information in the coming weeks about how you can get involved either providing your vision on a new hospital site or if you have land for the Task Force to consider.

For now, visit www.reimaginebchs.ca or follow us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn for all the latest information, or connect with us at: reimagine.bchs@bchsys.org!

Our annual Staff BBQ Party was a huge success—thanks to delicious food from Strodes BBQ & Deli and Rangoli Restaurant, B...
08/14/2025

Our annual Staff BBQ Party was a huge success—thanks to delicious food from Strodes BBQ & Deli and Rangoli Restaurant, Brantford, excellent coordination by our Recognition Committee, and the incredible team spirit at BCHS.

The event also featured external vendors and our “I Belong” booth, offering a unique blend of education and fun.

A big thank you to our dedicated teams at both the Willett and Brantford General Hospital for continuing to serve our patients with heart and commitment.

BCHS is proud to announce the official opening of the new Andersen Ambulatory Assessment Area – Zone 7 at Brantford Gene...
08/13/2025

BCHS is proud to announce the official opening of the new Andersen Ambulatory Assessment Area – Zone 7 at Brantford General Hospital!

After 14 months of construction, this modern, purpose-built space is now open for patient care and marks a significant step forward in our Emergency Department Renovation Improvement Project.

Thank you to our staff, partners, and community for your ongoing support as we continue to transform emergency care at BCHS!

➡️ Read the full media release here: https://shorturl.at/Cbshm

Values That Guide the WorkWhen Bhrigu Bagga left Delhi and moved to Canada, he came alone. No family waiting, no job lin...
08/11/2025

Values That Guide the Work

When Bhrigu Bagga left Delhi and moved to Canada, he came alone. No family waiting, no job lined up, no certainty about what would follow. Wanting to make a difference and do work that matters, he eventually found himself in public service, healthcare in particular.

“I’ve always felt that working in public organizations suits how I want to operate in the world,” he says. “There’s so much complexity in the system, and with that comes the chance to create real change.”

Read the full feature: https://shorturl.at/HG1P8

08/08/2025

High temperatures can lead to dehydration and heat exhaustion, especially during outdoor activities. BCHS nurse Katie shares some important tips. ⬇️
Watch to learn more and stay cool out there! 💧

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BCHS is proud to announce a major milestone in our Emergency Department Renovation Improvement Project!➡️ After 14 month...
08/06/2025

BCHS is proud to announce a major milestone in our Emergency Department Renovation Improvement Project!

➡️ After 14 months of construction renovations, the new Andersen Ambulatory Assessment Area – Zone 7 will open for patient care on Wednesday, August 13, 2025.

This modern, thoughtfully designed 2,200 square foot patient care space will expand the Emergency Department (ED) at Brantford General Hospital and is purpose-built to enhance patient flow, accessibility, and the overall care experience.

Key features include:
✅ 6 single-patient treatment rooms
✅ 6 treatment chairs/recliners
✅ 1 procedure room for minor treatments
✅ Modern equipment & comfortable furnishings
✅ Enhanced accessibility for patients with disabilities
✅ A kid-friendly waiting area

We would like to thank the Ontario Ministry of Health, Brant Community Healthcare System Foundation and its donors, our BCHS Redevelopment and construction teams, our Emergency Department care teams and staff, and all of those involved with the project who have worked tirelessly to turn this space into a reality.

⤵️ What’s next in the ED project?

Shortly after the new Andersen Ambulatory Assessment Area – Zone 7 opens for patient care on Wednesday, August 13, renovations will begin in the current ED waiting room.

Starting August 27, 2025, and continuing until Summer 2026, the ED waiting room, triage, and patient registration areas will be temporarily re-located to accommodate this next phase of construction.

Enhanced wayfinding and signage will be in place to assist patients, visitors, and staff when navigating these areas.

Thank you for your ongoing support and patience as we work to enhance our Emergency Department.

Keep up to date with renovations by visiting https://www.reimaginebchs.ca

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Big changes are on the horizon for Brant Community Healthcare System!We’re entering a new era of transformation — and he...
08/05/2025

Big changes are on the horizon for Brant Community Healthcare System!

We’re entering a new era of transformation — and helping to lead the way is Robert Hofmann, our new Vice President of Redevelopment. "It’s incredibly rewarding to support the people who rely on their local hospital, and to ensure they can access care in safe, modern, and purpose-built environments.”

With a proven track record of healthcare redevelopment across Ontario, Robert joins BCHS during a historic chapter. His focus? Building better for the community of Brantford and Brant County. 💜

Learn more about Robert's ambitions for his new chapter at BCHS in the latest InsideBCHS article here: https://www.bchsys.org/en/news/new_vp_of_redevelopment_paves_way_for_bgh_s_future.aspx

Welcoming Voices Beyond Our OwnFor Darren, belonging isn’t about fitting in—it’s about being seen as a whole person.Prof...
08/05/2025

Welcoming Voices Beyond Our Own

For Darren, belonging isn’t about fitting in—it’s about being seen as a whole person.

Professionally, he has a strong clinical and technical expertise in healthcare; personally, his journey is shaped by his Trinidadian heritage and guided by his spiritual values.

“You are always thinking about how you carry yourself. Not because you want to hide, but because you are constantly managing how others might interpret you,” he shares.

Read the full feature at: https://shorturl.at/hbCoj

Our teams are always looking for ways to enhance patient care. 🚨 Thanks to a collaborative effort between our Critical C...
07/30/2025

Our teams are always looking for ways to enhance patient care. 🚨 Thanks to a collaborative effort between our Critical Care Unit team and Biomedical Engineering, ventilator alarms are now fully integrated with the hospital’s central call system.🎉

Previously, these alarms only sounded in the patient’s room — now they alert both the central nursing station and display a visual signal outside the room, improving response times and clarity in critical moments.

A huge thank you to everyone who made this upgrade possible. Another meaningful step forward in our commitment to patient-centered care. 👏

Driven by the desire to make healthcare systems better for both patients and providers, Anastasiya saw the Emerging Lead...
07/29/2025

Driven by the desire to make healthcare systems better for both patients and providers, Anastasiya saw the Emerging Leaders Program as an opportunity to better understand healthcare and reflect on her own leadership style.

“I’ve learned that professional development begins with personal growth,” she reflects. “Every experience is an opportunity to refine how I lead myself, how I make decisions, how I respond to pressure, and how I build resilience.”

🔗Read the full feature: https://shorturl.at/zu7VY

✨BCHS invests in the development of future leaders. Congratulations to Anastasiya, who recently graduated from our in-house Emerging Leaders program. For more information on current career, volunteer, and patient and family advisor opportunities, visit: www.bchsys.org/careers

ThumbsUp Spotlight: Ambulatory Care Unit! 🎉Shining a well-deserved spotlight on the incredible Ambulatory Care team, who...
07/28/2025

ThumbsUp Spotlight: Ambulatory Care Unit! 🎉

Shining a well-deserved spotlight on the incredible Ambulatory Care team, who were nominated not once—but four times—for their outstanding dedication and teamwork!

Despite staffing challenges and increasing workloads, this team consistently shows up, supports one another, and delivers exceptional patient care.

Thank you to every staff member and volunteer—your efforts make a real difference, and you deserve every bit of recognition.

BCHS not waiting to make critical improvements to the existing hospital.🗞️By Hamilton Spectator The organization, which ...
07/28/2025

BCHS not waiting to make critical improvements to the existing hospital.
🗞️By Hamilton Spectator

The organization, which oversees Brantford General Hospital and the Willett Urgent Care Centre in Paris, recently received government support to move to the next stage of planning for a new hospital.

But in the meantime, it’s not waiting to make critical improvements to the existing hospital.

“We’re on a journey, and I’d like to think that we’re moving in the right direction,” president and CEO Bonnie Camm told The Spectator on a tour of significant hospital upgrades.

Read the full story: www.bchsys.org/en/news/new_fixes_at_old_Brantford_General_Hospital.aspx

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