Six hospitals in Guelph, Waterloo Region and Wellington County have reached an agreement that could possibly see the RIM Park sportsplex be used as a coronavirus field hospital.
Grand River Hospital, Cambridge Memorial Hospital, St. Mary’s General Hospital, Guelph General Hospital, St. Joseph’s Health Centre and Wellington Health Care Alliance announced an agreement with the City of Waterloo on Tuesday.
It will ensure the hospitals have the capacity needed if the number of COVID-19 patients exceeds the spaces available. According to a joint news release, the facility, which is the largest in the city, has the potential to accommodate hundreds of additional beds and equipment for patients, should they be required.