2024 impact report

Two Hospitals, Two Big Projects

Expansion and Modernization of Verdun Hospital

Rooted in the community for close to a century, Verdun Hospital is currently being expanded and modernized to better meet the needs of the community.

While the ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux is financing the expansion work, the hospital is, however, relying on us to purchase more efficient, specialized, versatile, and durable equipment, specifically for the modernization of the old pavilion.

Our $2 million goal will notably cover:

  • An operating table for minor surgeries, allowing more surgeries to be performed on an outpatient basis and therefore alleviating the workload of surgical units.
  • Specialized equipment for the gynecology clinic, including an adapted exam table and equipment to perform minor procedures on site, rather than referring patients to another hospital.
  • Mobile workstations so staff can consult patient files directly in patient rooms and transport medication and other medical equipment so they have everything within reach.
These improvements will make a concrete difference in the quality of care and patient experiences throughout the hospital.

Renovation and Expansion of the Pediatric Clinic at Notre-Dame Hospital

The pediatric clinic at Notre-Dame Hospital was not designed with children in mind. It was built a century ago for adults, without considering the specific needs of families, children, or teenagers. Thanks to the generosity of our community, all this is about to change.

The clinic’s complete renovation project will provide not only a more suitable care environment, but also a completely renovated one.

The new project will feature:
• A redesigned, colourful, warm, and welcoming waiting room to reassure children and calm parents.

  • A room specifically for neurodivergent youth to reduce the anxiety of a visit to the doctor.
  • New exam rooms to reduce wait times and offer more privacy.
  • A calm and comfortable breastfeeding room for parents.
  • A co-working space for the pediatric team to foster collaboration and ensure patient confidentiality.
  • Pediatric medical equipment, to offer high-quality care in an environment designed for children.
The project will also contribute to relieving congestion in Montréal’s large children’s hospitals by offering a closer alternative for families in the area. This will reassure parents, knowing they can access suitable, child-centred care close to home.
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