The CMH redevelopment project enters a new era

Williams Lake officially said farewell to the CMH crane on Sunday, Jan. 12. The 200-foot-tall crane was dismantled during the weekend, signaling a substantial construction milestone in Phase 1 of the CMH redevelopment project.

“Now that steel and concrete framework of the building is complete, we will begin external wall finishing and move to the interior phases of the project—this is a very exiting time,” senior project manager Brad MacKendrick shared.

The new building is approximately 9,300 square metres, including a basement. It will help expand services in the emergency, medical/surgical, maternity and pharmacy departments.

Next steps in the project include completing interior construction, such as mechanical, electrical, walls, equipment, and more. Phase 1 is expected to finish in late 2026. Phase 2, which includes renovations to the existing hospital, will begin in late 2026 and is scheduled to be complete in early 2029.

"The crane dismantling went very smoothly with no hiccups occurring,” Brad added. “Thank you to staff and the public for continued patience as site impacts occurred through this significant redevelopment project."

As the sun rises over the city Sunday morning, Jan. 12, crews dismantled the crane which has been on site at CMH over the past year.