Rendering of the east view of the BC Cancer centre from Dufferin. Please note that the final design may differ from this rendering.
Patient-centred care is top of mind in the design and construction of the new BC Cancer centre at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. The new cancer centre is expected to provide space for:
- Radiation therapy
- CT simulator
- Linear accelerator (LINAC) vaults to provide radiation treatment
- Outpatient oncology ambulatory care unit with exam rooms and consult rooms
- PET/CT diagnostic scanner
- Systemic therapy (i.e. chemotherapy, immunotherapy, hormonal therapy)
- Oncology pharmacy and outpatient dispensary
- Sacred space
Construction work also includes a new parkade next to the cancer centre, as well as parking stalls in the north lot.
The new cancer centre will be designed to ensure that it meets the needs of the public and adheres to radiation safety requirements for patients, staff and the surrounding community.
The cancer centre is a part of B.C.'s 10-year cancer action plan, which outlines immediate steps to prevent, detect and treat cancers, delivering improved care for people facing cancer now while preparing for the growing needs of the future.
The new cancer centre will be located at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital.
Design is well underway, and construction on the cancer centre is expected to start in Fall of 2025. Construction on a new parkade and parking lot are slated to start in the Spring of 2025.
