model of care means less separation for
families and is a key way to help ensure
these vulnerable babies get the very best
start in life.”
The Teck Acute Care Centre will serve the
entire province. It features a larger chil-
dren’s emergency department, additional
patient beds and an expanded neonatal
intensive care unit—all equipped with sin-
gle-patient rooms. Patients and families
will have access to laundry facilities, fam-
ily lounges and dining rooms, play areas,
resource rooms, and storage space. Natu-
ral light and green spaces will add to the
health and well-being of patients and staff.
“I am proud to say phase two of this am-
bitious project was delivered on time and
on budget," said Tim Manning, Provincial
Health Services Authority board chair.
“We applaud the countless hours of work
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