Construction Updates and Photos
Grand Opening – June 20, 2025
Donor Appreciation Night – June 18, 2025
Update – March 21, 2025
The finish line is in sight! Second and third floors are almost complete, while trades work mainly on the main floor completing millwork, flooring, ceiling tile, stairway railing and painting. Reviews and inspections are ongoing. Partial occupancy is expected this month which will allow us to begin moving and installing equipment, and hooking up internet, computers, phone lines, etc. Staff will move in a phased-in approach with minimal to no disruption to services. Beaverton will remain as a satellite site. Full occupancy is expected by early May and we can’t wait to open our “new” doors to the public!
Update – November 7, 2024
So much is happening, with many trades on site, as construction of our new home nears closer to completion. Inside the building, prep work for bulkhead and ceilings is underway; ductwork, IT and security wiring, and sprinklers are being installed; flooring installation has begun in some areas; and priming and painting is underway. Occupation is anticipated for March 2025.
Update – August 20, 2024
Visible progress has been made over the spring and summer months on both the exterior and interior of the building. Initial brick and fiber cement installation is complete, with some work continuing to fill in the scaffolding supports. Brock CHC’s logo and name now appears on the north and east walls, and a cedar canopy has been installed on the north side of the building. Work on both the main stairwell and back stairwell is underway, as well as the elevator shaft. The start of the elevator install is planned for the next couple of weeks. Framing, taping, mudding and drywall is ongoing, as well as pipe, duct and electrical installation and much more! Currently, the project is tracked for completion in December 2024.
Update – January 12, 2024
Exterior walls have been constructed, with densglass sheathing installation, as well as window frames and glazing. Spray foam insulation and fiber cement siding is underway on the main entrance at the south side of the building. Inside, multiple projects are being worked on, including framing, rough carpentry, drywall, electrical and mechanical rough ins, and duct installation. The Roof Top Unit (RTU) curb installation has been completed and the finished roof will be installed in the coming weeks. Excitement is building!
Update – August 11, 2023
Construction is well underway on the new Brock Community Health Centre with underground services and structural steel approximately 90% complete. In the coming weeks J.J. McGuire and sub-trades will be starting the installation of the steel studs, exterior wall finishes, roofing and windows. While there have been a few delays, the project is tracked to complete in June of 2024.
Update – May 3, 2023
Construction continues on Brock CHC’s new home. J.J. McGuire General Contractors and affiliated sub-trades have prepared the site and completed much of the underground work, including: excavation and disposal of contaminated waste, installation of shoring and structural caissons, installation of mechanical and electrical underground services, installation of vapour mitigation piping and system, installation of elevator pit and walls, structural grade beams and the structural slab. The site will undergo a significant transformation over the coming weeks as the installation of the structural steel begins, followed by interior/exterior wall finishes. Stay tuned!
Update – January 8, 2023
Site preparation and underground work are underway.
Update – June 6, 2022
Approximately 100 area residents, local officials, donors, architect and construction representatives, and Brock CHC Board members and staff gathered at the site of the new Brock CHC to celebrate the official “breaking ground” of the new building. A significant milestone and a great turnout! Many thanks to Adeline Pettit Images for the fantastic photos.
Update – April 29, 2022
We have moved to the construction phase! The Ministry has approved our latest submissions (Stage 4.1 and 4.2), which included the final estimate of cost and the selection of the builder, as well as a one-time grant increase of up to $5 million, bringing the total Ministry grant to over $15 million. JJ McGuire Contractors Inc. has been awarded the construction contract. A groundbreaking ceremony will be planned in the upcoming weeks as well as public meetings where detailed floor plans will be shared and information on programs and services will be provided. We are thrilled with this latest announcement and thank the Ministry of Health for their commitment to support this project, the community for their patience and continued support, and Lett Architects and the Health Capital Investment Branch for their tireless efforts in pushing this project through! We look forward to celebrating with the community and sharing updates of the construction project.
Update – January 13, 2022
Stage 4.1 of the Ministry’s Capital Project Protocol, which includes working drawings, specifications, cost estimate and tender documents, was submitted to the Ministry on October 8, 2021. Work by Elexicon Energy to bring services to the lot that fit the site plan requirements has been completed. Bids are being sought from pre-qualified General Contractors by Lett Architects Inc. on behalf of Brock Community Health Centre for services related to construction of the new building.
Update – June 29, 2021
Brock CHC continues to work closely with the MOHLTC’s Health Capital Investment Branch and the CE LHIN on the capital project. We are thrilled to announce that Stage 3.2 was recently approved by the Ministry, bringing us that much closer to the actual construction of the building. Extensive work is being done behind the scenes to advance the process. Stage 4.1 of the Ministry’s Capital Project Protocol, which includes working drawings, specifications, cost estimate and tender documents, is almost complete and ready for submission to the Ministry.
The following is a highlight of recent activities that have been underway, led by our architect, Lett Architects:
- All working drawings, including architectural, mechanical and electrical, are complete and have been approved by the Brock CHC Board of Directors, as well as the selection of colour board/finishes.
- The Site Plan Agreement Application has been submitted to the Township of Brock and was approved unanimously by Council June 28, 2021.
- Work by Elexicon Energy is underway to bring services to the lot that fit the site plan requirements.
- The Building Permit Application has been submitted to the Township.
- Pre-qualifications for qualified General Contractors was sought through the Canadian Construction Tenders listing.
As with any capital project of this magnitude, unforeseeable items beyond our control have resulted in some delays and increased costs. These challenges have been met with determination and perseverance of our Board members, staff and our architect who continue to work closely with the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care and the Central East Local Health Integration Network. The construction stage is anticipated to begin in 2022, with occupancy in 2023.