Early architectural rendering of new hospital

The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation (PECMHF) is raising $30M to help build a new hospital in Prince Edward County (PEC). The new 96k square foot leading edge hospital is on schedule to open in 2027.

The new hospital will be an incredible example of what small communities need in a local hospital. It will have a 24/7 emergency department, diagnostic imaging, cardio-diagnostic services, 23 inpatient beds with ambulatory, laboratory, and dialysis services. It will also have state-of-the-art infection control and ventilation, wider halls for modern medical equipment and larger, more flexible rooms. Once it is built, our new hospital will advance healthcare in The County. It will be the most significant change to our local healthcare system since the first County hospital opened here in 1919.

Thanks to our generous donors, $26M has been raised!

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The funds raised will cover 10% of the cost of the bricks and mortar component of the hospital build, plus the equipment. The other 90% of the hard construction costs will be covered by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care(MOHLTC).

 

PECMHF is also raising money to help purchase the major medical equipment needed for the new hospital and incorporate environmental sustainability enhancements into the design. This will position your new County hospital to be the first in North America to be net zero carbon!


Investing in our County hospital ensures our future hospital will continue to provide services, including:

  • 23 inpatient beds
  • 24/7 emergency department
  • Acute inpatient unit supported by physicians within the Prince Edward Family Health Team
  • Inpatient pharmacy
  • Satellite hemodialysis unit
  • Ambulatory care, including clinics, medical day care, endoscopy, and medical device reprocessing
  • Diagnostic imaging including CT scanner, x-ray, ultrasound, mammography, and cardio-diagnostics
  • Central laboratory
  • Efficient access to other Quinte Health Care hospitals, secondary care in Belleville and tertiary care in Kingston
  • New helipad


To learn more about the project and how you can help, download our Case for Support.


The total cost of this project is $153.8 million.


For more information on the design and timeline of the project please visit:

Infrastructure Ontario's Project Page


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With shovels now in the ground, our new hospital build is underway.
Now is your opportunity to get involved.

Donate Today!

Because of our donors and support from our PEC community partners, here is the vision for our new hospital:

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Environmental Sustainability

Our architects are working on a plan that will position the new PECMH to be the first hospital in all of North America to have a mass timber frame. Your donations are also helping the environment by enabling us to explore sustainability, like geothermal, solar energy and smart technology. Please see the images below for more information.

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COMMUNITY GROUNDBREAKING CELEBRATION

October 1, 2024

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Meet Our Campaign Cabinet

This team of prominent leaders in business, health care, and the community are volunteers appointed by the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation’s Board of Directors to actively fundraise for the Back the Build campaign.

Nancy Parks

Nancy Parks

Campaign Chairperson

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Gottfried Boehringer

Gottfried Boehringer

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Richard Byers

Richard Byers



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Tim Casgrain

Tim Casgrain



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Sally Cowan, BScN

Sally Cowan, BScN

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Elizabeth Crombie

Elizabeth Crombie

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Dennis Darby

Dennis Darby

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Leo Finnegan

Leo Finnegan

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William (Bill) Kaplan

William (Bill) Kaplan

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Lisa Lindsay

Lisa Lindsay

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Ernie Margetson

Ernie Margetson

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Paul Massey

Paul Massey

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Don Rodney

Don Rodney



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Shannon Coull

Shannon Coull



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  Former Cabinet Members


Thank you to the following volunteers who were integral during the various stages of our campaign.


       Peter Brady served 2022-2024

       Geri Claxton served 2019-2020

      Jim Dunlop served 2019-2024

       Melanie Fida served 2020-2022

      Peggy Payne served 2019


To invest in our hospital’s vibrant future, contact us today!


November 24, 2025
The Rotary Club of Picton has once again demonstrated its long-standing dedication to strengthening local healthcare by presenting a $5,000 donation to the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital (PECMH) Foundation in support of the Back the Build campaign.  The contribution represents funds raised through several Rotary-led community initiatives, including their annual Rotary Golf Tournament , the Waterfalls Tour , Rotary Cash Calendars and the Lilac Ride . These events continue to play a significant role in ensuring the Foundation meets our $30M Back the Build campaign goal for the new PECMH. For more than 23 years, the Rotary Club of Picton has been a steadfast partner in improving healthcare in PEC—contributing close to $225,000 to date. This includes a generous $100,000 pledge toward Back the Build campaign that was fulfilled in 2023. These funds help to ensure the new hospital is equipped with the modern tools and technology needed to serve patients today and for generations to come. “The Rotary Club of Picton has a deep and enduring commitment to community service, and supporting our hospital is a natural extension of that mission,” said J.J. Johnston, Rotary Club of Picton President. “We are proud to continue contributing to a project that will have a lasting impact on everyone in Prince Edward County.” “We are grateful for Rotary’s leadership, generosity, and community spirit,” said Shannon Coull, Executive Director, PECMH Foundation. “Their ongoing support of this campaign helps ensure our new hospital will provide the high-quality care our community deserves. Rotary truly embodies what it means to give back to the County.” The PECMH Foundation extends its sincere thanks to the Rotary Club of Picton for their support of local healthcare and their thoughtful contribution toward building and equipping the new hospital.
November 21, 2025
PECMH Foundation is celebrating a major milestone in its Back the Build campaign following a generous $600,000 grant from the RBC Foundation Community Infrastructure Fund.
November 20, 2025
Past Chairs Unite at the New Hospital Site to Reflect on Legacy and Celebrate Progress
November 14, 2025
The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital (PECMH) Foundation is proud to announce a generous $10,000 donation from the Rogers family and Keint-he Winery and Vineyards.
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