Media Releases

Thunder Bay’s Mona Hardy Receives Highest Honour for Volunteerism

July 23, 2021

An award ceremony was held today to present Mona Hardy, a dedicated volunteer at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) with the Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers (SMV). This prestigious national award recognizes the volunteer achievements of Canadians from across the country in a wide range of fields.

Closure of the Bora Laskin COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic

July 16, 2021

Based on high vaccination rates in our community and a significant drop in appointment bookings, the Hospital’s Bora Laskin COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic will be closing on Friday, July 23rd.

TBRHSC and Local EMS Top in Ontario for Teamwork & Patient Care

July 8, 2021

Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) in collaboration with local EMS services was awarded top marks in Ontario for their outstanding work in the areas of ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI) care. The honours were handed out by CorHealth Ontario, the overseeing body for cardiac, stroke and vascular care in the province.

Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre Welcomes New Board of Directors

June 25, 2021

Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) announced four new Board members at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday, June 24th.

Closure of COVID-19 Assessment Centre at Confederation College

June 18, 2021

The COVID-19 Assessment Centre located in the Sibley Hall Residence Activity Room at Confederation College will be closing, effective June 18th, 2021 at 5:00 pm.

Celebrating Pride Month at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre

June 3, 2021

June is Pride Month, and Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) is showing its support by raising the Progress Pride flag today.

Answering the Call: TBRHSC Celebrates Nursing Week 2021

May 10, 2021

During the week of May 10-16, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) is celebrating Nursing Week to recognize the vital contributions nurses make to the delivery of quality patient care in Thunder Bay and across Northwestern Ontario.

Cancer Doesn’t Stop for COVID-19

May 7, 2021

While COVID-19 is dominating our news headlines, cancer continues to impact the health of too many individuals across Northwestern Ontario. And in a time when we are all doing our best to stay healthy, it’s important to stay up to date with your screening.

COVID-19 Outbreak on 2B Medical Inpatient Unit Declared Over

May 4, 2021

The COVID-19 outbreak that was declared March 30, 2021, on Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC)’s 2B Medical Inpatient Unit is over.

Hospital Seeks Input for Strategic Plan 2026

April 15, 2021

Leadership with the regional hospital for all Northwestern Ontario is reaching out to anyone who wants a say in the future direction through its strategic planning process. Among other outcomes, Strategic Plan 2026 will prioritize the needs of the community, and advance partnerships and health system integration. Work began on this a couple of months ago.