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Progress Update – S. G. Nesbitt Memorial Arena

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The S.G. Nesbitt Memorial Arena project is nearing completion. The ice plant has been commissioned and is ready for turnover. The Gymnasium and walking track flooring installation has commenced and final finishes for millwork, display cases and lobby work are all well underway. Plumbing and lighting is on-going and FF&E items will be installed within … Continued

Capturing the Healing Effects of Nature in Mental Health Facility Design

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In our previous blog post, we explored the history of mental health facility design and the role nature plays in healing. The evidence is clear that a connection with nature helps people recover more quickly and improves long-term health outcomes. Natural environments also enhance employee well-being and may contribute to lower staff turnover. Spending time … Continued

Parkin Update – COVID-19

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As the COVID-19 virus spread into our communities in March, we took steps to protect the health and safety of our staff and their families, our clients, consultants and the community. We implemented a working from home policy to normal operations to allow us to continue to provide the same high level of service. We … Continued

An insightful view of HSC Women’s Hospital

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The new HSC Women’s Hospital is the largest capital health project in the history of Manitoba – at 388,500 sq.ft., the new, state-of-the-art was designed based on best practices for enhanced patient care, efficient workflow and enhanced technology. The interiors were designed relative to the northern climate and the indigenous population who visit the hospital. … Continued

Progress update – Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex Expansion

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The Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex (WMRC) expansion is underway.  On May 1, 2020, the provincial government revised its guidelines regarding municipal construction projects; the WMRC project proceeded as planned. The status of construction activities is as follows: Site Work Concrete work for new bicycle parking areas on the north and west sides of the site … Continued

Progress at Royal Inland Hospital’s Patient-care Tower

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Construction of the patient-care tower at Royal Inland Hospital amidst the COVID-19 pandemic is progressing. The building envelope wall sheathing, window framing and soffit sheathing at the north and east sections of the tower is nearing completion.  Inside, the metal framing for interior partitions along with steel door frame installation is almost finished for the … Continued

New Corner Brook Hospital Update

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The New Corner Brook Acute Care Hospital in Newfoundland is well under construction. The team of Parkin and B+H Architects will reach 50% Contract Documents at the end of July. Contract Documents issued for construction will reach 100% at the end of November. Recent user group meetings were virtual due to the current pandemic. Last final … Continued

Nature’s Impact in Mental Health Facilities

By eba

Elements of nature have always been used for healing purposes, to help people restore their health both physically and mentally. We’ve all experienced the rejuvenating benefits of nature, and often look to find ways of incorporating it into our everyday life, including within healthcare facilities and hospital design.

York Regional Police, #1 District Headquarters preparing for construction

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The Regional Municipality of York Police Services Board has selected Parkin Architects Limited for the new build of #1 District Headquarters, to be located on a 2.86 acres site at 429 Harry Walker Parkway South in Newmarket. The 45,000 SF multi-level facility will be designed to meet, at minimum, LEED® Silver designation, and built as … Continued

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