Publications

TBRHSC Preparing for National Accreditation Site Visit, May 11–14

May 8, 2026

From May 11 to 14, 2026, four surveyors from Accreditation Canada will be on site as part of TBRHSC’s regular accreditation process. Hospitals across Canada participate in accreditation every four years, measuring their programs and services against national standards for quality and patient safety.

National Perfusion Week (May 3-9)

May 3, 2026

Cardiovascular perfusionists are highly specialized professionals and essential members of the interprofessional operating room team. Working in close collaboration with cardiac surgeons and anesthesiologists, they operate advanced life-support technologies, including the heart-lung machine, which temporarily takes over the function of the heart and lungs during surgery. Their expertise is critical to ensuring patient safety and optimal outcomes in complex procedures.

Heart Failure Awareness Week (May 3-9)

May 3, 2026

As the impact of heart failure (HF) continues to grow across Canada and throughout the world, it is becoming increasingly important in raising awareness among patients and their families. With the aim to improve the quality of life for people living with HF, this year’s campaign will focus on self-management and self-care in a virtual world. Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) hosts programs that support heart failure patients including the Heart Failure Remote Patient Monitoring Program and Cardiac Rehabilitation.

Help Shape Care That Touches Every Life in Northwestern Ontario: Board of Directors Volunteer Opportunity

April 24, 2026

Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre is inviting residents of Northwestern Ontario to consider serving on its Board of Directors — because you care about the future of health care in our region.

The Impact of Volunteers at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre

April 22, 2026

For Megan Valente, those small, everyday moments are what define the impact volunteers have at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre.

National Volunteer Week 2026: Ignite Volunteerism

April 19, 2026

During National Volunteer Week 2026 (April 19-25), Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre and the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation are celebrating the dedicated volunteers who help enhance the patient and family experience every day. This year’s theme from Volunteer Canada, Ignite Volunteerism, recognizes the power of volunteerism to inspire connection, compassion and community impact.

Long time Hospital Volunteer Honoured

April 17, 2026

A long time volunteer at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) has been recognized for more than three decades of service with the dedication of a space that has quietly supported patients in need.

TBRHSC Launches Upgrade to Critical Sterilization Department to Support Cardiovascular Surgery Expansion

April 15, 2026

A significant behind-the-scenes transformation is underway at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC), with a major renovation and expansion of the Medical Device Reprocessing Department (MDRD).

At TBRHSC, our team approaches every conversation about donation with care and compassion, ensuring patients and families have the information they need to make informed, life-saving choices.

Be A Donor: Hospital Raising Awareness on the importance of Organ and Tissue Donation

April 9, 2026

For Be A Donor Month, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) is raising awareness about the urgent need for organ and tissue donors in our community and across the province.

Patricia Lang, Chair, TBRHSC Board of Directors

TBRHSC Board Chair Report (April 2026)

April 2, 2026

Our Hospital’s Board Chair, Patricia Lang, shares some key updates, successes and reflections from the most recent Board of Directors meeting on April 1st.