Project Polaris

12/02/2026

Focused. Aligned. Committed.
Staff at the Grenada General Hospital are dedicated to improving systems today as we design the future of healthcare.

02/02/2026

Project Polaris is Grenada’s initiative to develop a modern, climate-smart hospital and medical city while continuing to strengthen care at the General Hospital today.

With land secured, designs advancing, and governance structures in place, the project is moving steadily toward its next major milestone.

Follow along as we continue building a healthier, smarter Grenada.

29/01/2026

The Government of Grenada today signed a $60 million financing agreement with the OPEC Fund for International Development (the OPEC Fund) to advance the construction of Grenada’s new national hospital under Project Polaris, the country’s flagship healthcare transformation initiative.

The signing ceremony took place at the Panama Convention Center, Panama City, Panama, on the sidelines of the Latin America and the Caribbean International Economic Forum 2026. The Grenadian delegation was led by Minister for Finance, Honourable Dennis Cornwall, and included Project Sponsor, Ambassador Andrea St. Bernard; Deputy Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Finance, Chevanne Britton-Telesford; and Lead Strategic and Financial Advisor and Project Consultant, Damian Dolland.

Speaking following the signing, Project Sponsor Ambassador Andrea St. Bernard said, “This agreement represents a critical step in turning years of planning into tangible progress. It allows us to move confidently toward building a modern hospital and laying the foundation for a stronger, more integrated health system for all Grenadians.”

This milestone represents a significant step forward in the implementation of Project Polaris, which is designed to strengthen healthcare delivery, expand access to modern medical services, and support a patient-centred health system for Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique.

About the OPEC Fund
The OPEC Fund for International Development is a multilateral development finance institution established in 1976 by the member states of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). Headquartered in Vienna, Austria, the Fund is dedicated to promoting sustainable development and eradicating poverty by supporting essential projects across more than 125 countries in sectors such as energy access, clean water, healthcare, education, and food security.

28/01/2026

Dr. Abigail Noel shares how teams at the General Hospital have implemented targeted training and new systems to strengthen patient care.

These quality improvements are strengthening emergency services today and enhancing Grenada’s health system for the future.

20/01/2026

The Project Polaris team recently visited Perkins and Will in Miami as part of the ongoing design development for Grenada’s new smart hospital and medical city.

During the visit, the team also toured Jackson West Medical Center, a hospital designed by Perkins and Will that features several components aligned with the vision for Grenada’s future hospital. The tour provided valuable insight into how design, clinical flow, and technology come together in a modern healthcare facility.

Participants included members of the Project Polaris team alongside senior clinical and technical leadership, including the Chief Medical Officer, Director of Medical Services, Chief Nursing Officer, Chief Technical Officer, representatives from Mount Sinai International, and The Beck Group.

These engagements form part of the collaborative process guiding the refinement of Grenada’s hospital design, as we continue building toward a healthier, smarter Grenada.

07/01/2026

As we begin 2026, Project Polaris enters an exciting new phase.
After years of planning, partnership, and progress, we are moving closer to breaking ground on Grenada’s new smart hospital and medical city.

This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to transform healthcare and invest in a stronger future for Grenadians.

31/12/2025

2025 was a year of foundation-building, partnership, and progress for Project Polaris.

From strengthening care at the General Hospital through training and quality improvement, to advancing plans for Grenada’s new smart hospital and medical city, every step taken this year moved us closer to a stronger health system.

Thank you to our healthcare workers, partners, and stakeholders for your commitment and collaboration. As we look ahead to 2026, we remain focused on building a healthier, smarter Grenada together.

25/12/2025

15/12/2025

The Ministry of Health hosted the first-ever Healthcare Excellence Awards on Thursday, 4 December 2025, recognising the dedication, leadership, and teamwork of staff at Grenada’s General Hospital.

The ceremony celebrated departments and individuals who embraced quality improvement, strengthened patient safety, and contributed to meaningful progress across the hospital throughout 2025. The event also highlighted the collaboration with Mount Sinai International, which supported extensive staff training and quality initiatives during the year.

Congratulations to all awardees and honourees! Your commitment continues to shape a stronger health system and supports Project Polaris’ mission of building a healthier, smarter Grenada.

08/12/2025

The Ministry of Health hosted the first-ever Healthcare Excellence Awards on Thursday, recognising the General Hospital staff and departments who delivered outstanding progress in quality improvement, patient safety, and service throughout 2025.

The ceremony honoured teams and individuals whose work strengthened care across the hospital, supported by the ongoing collaboration with Mount Sinai International, which trained more than 300 staff and advanced key quality initiatives this year.

Awardees
• Best Department: Laboratory Services
• Most Improved Department: Obstetrics and Gynaecology
• Outstanding Leadership Award: Dr. Abigail Noel

Congratulations to all awardees and honourees! Your dedication is helping build a stronger health system and advancing our mission of a healthier, smarter Grenada.

04/12/2025

“A defining milestone in Grenada’s healthcare transformation.”

In the 2026 Budget, the Minister for Finance highlighted Project Polaris as one of the country’s boldest and most transformative initiatives.

With the land secured, the detailed design studies completed, financing arrangements advancing, and the new Polaris Development Company established to manage implementation, the project is moving forward with purpose.

According to the Minister, barring any unforeseen events, groundbreaking for Project Polaris will take place in 2026, marking a historic step toward world-class care for the people of Grenada.

28/11/2025

At the General Hospital, nurses and clinical teams are taking part in hands on training to strengthen emergency and newborn care.

These practical sessions enhance patient safety, build a more confident and prepared workforce, and support Project Polaris’ mission to strengthen Grenada’s health system.