We all play a vital role in helping to advance our strategic priorities and in achieving our vision of Exceptional care for every patient, every time. In order to increase awareness and help everyone understand how we are progressing on Strategic Plan 2026, we have developed and are distributing these quarterly strategic initiative highlights.
Click the image below to enlarge, or visit the Strategic Plan 2026 page on the corporate intranet for more information.
During the month of December, all staff, professional staff, learners and volunteers are invited to celebrate the holiday season by participating in one (or all) of this year’s Holiday Cheer Week events.
Dazzle your ears with the wonderful sounds of live piano, brass, and drumming throughout the month. Performances will be held near the Cafeteria, so consider dining in the area to enjoy the music.
Celebrate Winter Solstice on Friday, December 12, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Room 202C of the Medical Centre. An Elder will be present to share teachings, stories, and songs to honor the longest night and welcome the return of the light.
Attend our Wellness Workshop on Managing Holiday Stress, on Wednesday, December 17, from 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in Auditorium A (3rd Level). Join speaker Kalie McIntosh, Registered Psychotherapist, as she explores the challenges of managing stress during the holiday season and discusses methods to stay grounded, protect your mental health, and cultivate a more joyful holiday experience. Cookies and refreshments will be offered to attendees.
There are many different holidays celebrated in and around December and throughout the year, and it is important to acknowledge and respect all faiths and spiritual traditions. Dress in your holiday best and decorate your work space for a chance to win prizes! Individual and team submissions are allowed.
Holiday attire must align with guidelines/requirements based on specific professions and any decorations must follow safety, Fire Code CPO-01 and IPAC precautions.
Celebrate the spirit of giving and donate to our in-house Patient Clothing Cupboard. Donations of new men’s and women’s socks and underwear are specifically requested.
All paid staff will be entered into a draw to win one of 50, $100 grocery gift cards with 10 draws being made each day of the week.
We will be transitioning from the sign in/out book that is located outside of the Wellness Room to online booking taking effect December 29, 2025.
With the help of IT, the resource TBRHSC-ROOM-1007-Wellness@tbh.net. was created in Outlook. It is currently set up to automatically accept/decline appointments, and will only allow 20 minute appointments. You will receive a bounce back email letting you know if the time you have chosen has been accepted or declined. You need to ensure the booking is for the 20 min timeline.
1. Open Microsoft Outlook
Open the Outlook desktop app or Outlook Web (Office 365).
2. Create a New Meeting/Event
Select New Meeting (desktop) or New Event (web).
3. Add the Wellness Room
In the Location field — or under Required attendees — type the name Wellness Room. Select it from the directory so it is added as a Room Resource.
4. Pick Your Date and Time
Choose the day and time you want to reserve.
Outlook will automatically show whether the room is free or already booked.
5. Add a Simple Subject
Enter a brief title — your first name and last initial
6. Send the Invitation
Click Send. If the room is available, it will auto-accept and appear on your calendar.
If unavailable, you will receive a decline message
7. Confirm Your Booking
Open the event on your calendar to ensure the wellness room is listed under Location.
For more information, please contact: Rose Lazinski, Manager, Occupational Health and Safety Department at Rose.Lazinski@tbh.net.
Shared on behalf of Blake Rathje, Manager, Strategic Sourcing and Distribution
Please note that Disposal Alley will not be accepting any items beginning on the afternoon of December 17 through January 5.
During that time, this space will be used for extra hospital supplies required during the holidays while vendors slow down their operations.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Jennifer Svane at Jennifer.svane@tbh.net or by calling ext. 6202.
Shared on behalf of Bridge Northwest
The Team has been on the move!
The Technical Readiness Team is visiting departments across the region for Device Walkthroughs.
Front line staff, physicians, department managers, and more have been instrumental in directing efficient walkthroughs and providing insight into logistics and workflows.
Captured here are several walkthroughs at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre, St. Joseph’s Care Group, Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre, and North of Superior Healthcare Group.
Keep an eye out — our team may be coming through your department next!
The Emergency Department (ED) at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) has continued its annual tradition of giving back during the holiday season. This year, the team raised $2,640, which will support 15 children, ages 1 to 14, through individualized wish bags as part of the Children’s Aid Society of the District of Thunder Bay’s annual Christmas Wish Campaign, now in partnership with Dilico Anishinabek Family Care.
This marks the 16th consecutive year that our ED has participated in this initiative.
Our ED staff and physicians have once again demonstrated the true spirit of the season through their generosity and compassion. Their kindness will undoubtedly help ensure that these children enjoy a bright and memorable holiday.
What an incredible team! Thank you for making a meaningful difference.
Test your knowledge and be entered to win prizes by playing this year’s edition of Holiday Cheer Week Trivia.
Between December 12-18, new questions will be posted daily and winners will be drawn daily starting Monday, December 15 to Friday, December 19. Click here to head to the trivia platform!
Physical ballots will be brought to the service areas and picked up every morning for those who cannot access a computer during their shift.
Infused with Heart & Stroke’s 2020 Guidelines for CPR and ECC, our new BLS program offers an engaging and flexible new way of learning. In this course, you will learn the fundamental skills of high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for victims of all ages. You will practice delivering these skills as a single rescuer and as a member of a multi-rescuer team.
The next session will be held:
Date: Monday, January 5, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m.
Location: TBRHSC Auditorium A (Room 3021A/3rd Floor)
The skills you learn in BLS will enable you to:
This course will ensure people in cardiac arrest have the best chance of survival. Click here to register.
The Maternity Centre at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) provides prenatal care for the residents of Thunder Bay and surrounding region. Our team is committed to providing evidence-based maternity care that is safe, respectful and culturally sensitive.
Self-referral can be made to be seen by a Nurse Practitioner, Family Medicine Physician, Social Worker, Kinesiologist, Dietician, and Lactation Consultant.
To be seen by an Obstetrician, a referral is needed from your primary health care provider or midwife.
During pregnancy, you are welcome to call the Maternity Centre to schedule an appointment with one of our prenatal care providers. All of our programs are accessible with your Ontario health card.
TBRHSC’s Maternity Centre welcomes the 102 babies born at our Hospital during the month of November. Congratulations on the new bundles of joy!
Find out more about our services by visiting https://bit.ly/TBRHSC-Maternity-Centre-info
Shared on behalf of Ryan Sears, Director, Capital and Facility Services; and Heliport Emergency Response Plan Executive Sponsor
The Hospital’s Heliport Emergency Response Plan (EMER-180) policy has been revised.
Actions required:
Policy changes:
Process Reminders:
If you have any questions, please reach out to Mēsha Richard, Lead, Emergency Preparedness (ext. 6552 or mesha.richard@tbh.net)