International Day of Women and Girls in Science

We connected with Viktoria Batarchuk, Associate Scientist at TBRHRI and an Adjunct Professor at Lakehead University, in honour of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science.

Heart Month Spotlight: RCTs Dawn and Laura

For Heart Month, we caught up with Dawn Jacobson and Laura MacMillan, RCTs at TBRHSC with a specialization in pacemakers.

Recognition O’Grams Have Arrived

Recognition O’Grams will be available to order starting 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 18.

Downtime Notice: ADFS (February 25)

ADFS will be unavailable February 25 between 7:00 p.m. and 7:15 p.m. EST to apply a Multifactor Authentication upgrade.

Employee Recognition Week 2026 (February 27 — March 6)

Employee Recognition Week is a time to celebrate the people — our medical staff, employees, teams, volunteers, and Patient Family Advisors — who make a meaningful difference for patients and families across Northwestern Ontario.

Bridge Northwest Town Hall: TODAY @ 11:00 A.M.

Please join in on the Bridge Northwest Virtual Town Hall, where leadership and clinical voices are brought together to share insights into the upcoming changes around Meditech Expanse, clinical perspectives and a holistic view of the program’s path forward. 

Screen for Life Coach Launches New “Hub Model” for 2026 Travel Season

The Screen for Life Coach has released its 2026 travel schedule with a new regional hub model designed to keep cancer screening accessible for communities across Northwestern Ontario.

Ramadan (February 17 – March 19)

Click to learn more about Ramadan and how to support patients observing this sacred time.

Stories and Screening: Colon Cancer and Kidney Health (March 5)

Join the Healthy Living and Cancer Prevention & Screening Series for a virtual presentation, ‘Stories and Screening: Colon Cancer and Kidney Health’.

Notice of Plumbing Work February 19

Women’s Lobby Washroom will be out of service Thursday, February 19 from 8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. for plumbing work.

Here’s your chance to win an 85″ 4K Smart TV!

Thanks to the generosity of ACO
Computer and Electronic Solutions,
Employee Recognition Week
(ERW) trivia participants have a
chance to win an 85” 4K UHD
HDR Smart TV from Samsung.

Employee Recognition Week Big Prize

All employees are automatically entered into the Big Prize draw.

Relay for Life (March 6)

The Lakehead University Relay for Life Committee is hosting its second Relay for Life, a walk-a-thon-like fundraiser for raising awareness of cancer research, treatment, and advocacy.

Cardiology Technologist Day (February 14)

Today we recognize the dedication and expertise of our Registered Cardiology Technologists (RCTs) and Electrocardiogram (ECG) Technicians who play a vital role in the Cardiac Diagnostics Department.

Patient Care Manager – 2B Medical Inpatient Unit

Please join us in warmly welcoming Alyson Vescio to her new leadership role within the 2B Medical Inpatient Unit.

Reminder: Update Your 411

It is important for Hospital staff to be able to acquire your contact information using the 411.

Affinity List Addition | SurNet Insurance Group -Degagne Insurance Solutions

Welcome to the Affinity List Surnet Insurance – Degagne Insurance Solutions.

Tune in to the Town Hall: Next edition is happening February 25

All staff, professional staff, learners, and volunteers are invited to tune in, stay informed, and get involved as in our monthly Town Hall.

The eReferral and Central Intake Playbook Now Available

The eReferral and Central Intake Playbook provides Ontario regions with a standardized framework to implement and scale eReferral and Central Intake models. Click to learn more.

Building the Cardiovascular Program in Northwestern Ontario

TBRHSC’s Regional Cardiovascular Program fosters the development and delivery of collaborative care across Northwestern Ontario, supporting the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of people with conditions affecting the cardiac and vascular system.

BHM

Celebrating Black Excellence in Canadian Health Care

As we celebrate Black History Month, we will be highlighting the outstanding work of Black Canadians who have contributed to health care.

Black History Month: Staff Features Callout

As Black History Month approaches, the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Steering Committee would like to highlight the significant contributions of the Black community to health care.

In the News: NOSM University Appoints Family Medicine Self-Directed Program Director

TBRHSC physician Dr. Cole Anderson has been named NOSM U’s Family Medicine Self-Directed Program Director.

Message from Chief of Staff for Resident Doctor Appreciation Week

Click to read the message from Dr. Bradley Jacobson to resident doctors for Resident Appreciation Week.