Georgian Bay Cycle for Hope rolling into region
The Georgian Bay Cycle for Hope, a one-day fundraiser in support of the Georgian Bay Cancer Support Centre in Penetanguishene, is coming up on Aug. 20. The 11th year for this annual fundraiser marks the first time it has been a live, in-person event since 2019. It has a new name, along with a few […]
Launch of new app Transit improves rider experience with real-time bus tracking, trip planning and more
A new app, called Transit, is making the Midland and Penetanguishene public transit user experience better. The free mobility app provides riders with real-time information about their bus – including arrival times, exact location and information about delays or changes. Transit also helps riders with trip planning, so they know when and where to get the right bus […]
Georgian Bay General Hospital launches new patient portal
Four local hospitals have launched a new patient portal, aptly named my health care, allowing patients to become more actively engaged in their own healthcare journey. Patients who receive care at Collingwood General and Marine Hospital (CGMH – Collingwood), Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH – Midland), Headwaters Health Care Centre (HHCC – Orangeville) and Royal […]
Midland Council Approves Developer For Midland Bay Landing Redevelopment
Midland Bay Landing Development Corporation (MBLDC) and the Town of Midland are very excited to announce that Town Council has approved a developer for the Midland Bay Landing waterfront redevelopment. Council selected the developer at a Special Meeting of Council on July 4 following evaluation of proposals submitted by 3 short-listed developers and oversight by […]
GBGH exploring innovative ways to bring appropriate care to the community
Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) has partnered with Rocket Doctor to trial a new service giving patients an alternative option to the Emergency department (ED), while still providing access to appropriate health services. People visiting GBGH’s ED or consulting the hospital’s website will be made aware of other alternatives, such as using Rocket Doctor’s virtual […]
Festival of the Bay returns to Midland next week
Following two years of pandemic restrictions, Brookside Music Association is pleased to be presenting a full summer festival of music that is sure to have something for everyone. Last summer the organization presented an all-outdoor festival, which drew large and appreciative audiences, and this year the festival will be a combination of free outdoor events, […]
GBGH appoints interim president and CEO
The Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) Board of Directors has appointed Matthew Lawson as the interim president and CEO of the organization, effective June 24, 2022. Since joining GBGH in June 2021, Lawson has served as the executive vice president (EVP) of Corporate Services and chief financial officer. Lawson’s appointment follows the resignation of Gail […]
Town of Midland Receives a $287,100 Community Building Fund Capital Grant
The Town of Midland has received a $287,100 Community Building Fund grant from the Government of Ontario and the Ontario Trillium Foundation. This grant focuses on assisting municipalities, Indigenous communities, and non-profit organizations in the community sport and recreation sectors by supporting repairs, renovations, and/or retrofitting of existing sport and recreation facilities. The Town’s grant […]
Healthy Communities Initiative funding to contribute to Midland’s “Love Your Laneways”
The Love Your Laneways project launched in 2019 with the goal of transforming Borsa Lane, Bourgeois Lane, and the walkways that connect them to King Street into safe, functional and vibrant spaces. On Thursday, March 3, 2022, the Town of Midland received $39,850 in funding through the Canada Healthy Communities Initiative to assist in the […]
GBGH officially opens new dialysis site in Midland
Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) officially opened its new Dialysis unit today during a small ceremony held at the Midland site (611 Prospect Boulevard). Formerly provided at the hospital’s Penetanguishene site, Dialysis services were permanently relocated to Midland in February 2022 after a four-year approval and construction process. The new site is bright and modern […]