While construction on the foundation had already begun, ground has now been officially broken on a new long-term care home in Picton.
The new home is expected to open in April 2027, with 160 beds.
John Jordan, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Long-Term Care, visited Picton to announce the ground-breaking, joined by Bay of Quinte MP Tyler Allsopp and Prince Edward County Mayor Steve Ferguson.
“Our government is working to protect Ontario by investing in projects like this new long-term-care home in Prince Edward County to ensure seniors get the right care in the right place,” said Jordan. “Today marks a significant milestone for the county as when construction is complete, 160 residents will have a new modern, comfortable place to call home.”
The new home is being designed to better resemble a home, rather than an institution, with extra focus on resident comfort. Several amenities are being included in the new build, which include a hair salon, lounge, gallery, outdoor gardens and an exterior walking path complete with sitting areas.
The new home is part of the Ontario Government’s effort to expand long-term care beds in the province by 58,000 beds. So far, the province has started projects with a total of 23,977 beds.
