KBRH MRI Suite Expansion

A new MRI suite at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH), Trail, will be permanently integrated into the hospital. Once open, this will replace the current MRI trailer. The new MRI suite will make a significant improvement to quality of care and increase accessibility to services for vulnerable patients, including those with serious conditions, disabilities, pediatric and elderly patients, and those experiencing mental-health challenges.

The new MRI supports KBRH as a Regional Oncology Centre, Level 3 Trauma Referral Centre, and Regional Stroke Centre. The project is expected to be complete and ready to receive patients in 2028.

Parking improvements underway this summer at KBRH

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Starting July 2, 2026, the first phase of parking lot improvements at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH) will begin. Once complete, the project will add up to 38 new parking stalls and pave existing gravel parking areas, improving parking efficiency and accessibility across the site.
"Finding parking is often one of the first experiences people have when visiting the hospital," said Lindsay Hetu, Chief Operating Officer, East Kootenay and Kootenay Boundary, Interior Health. "These parking lot improvements will add more stalls and create a more welcoming experience for everyone coming to our site. We are grateful for the patience and support of our community as this important work moves forward."
The KBRH parking upgrades will be completed in two phases: Phase 1 from July 2 to Aug. 31, 2026 , and Phase 2 in Summer 2027. Improvements include:
Grading and paving upgrades
Improved drainage infrastructure
Enhanced lighting and security features
Infrastructure to support future electric vehicle (EV) charging stalls
Preparations to create additional parking capacity
Temporary Staff Parking
During both construction phases, some hospital parking areas will be temporarily unavailable. To help offset these impacts, supplemental parking for staff will be available at J. Lloyd Crowe Secondary School, located across from the hospital at 1300 Frances Moran Road.
The school parking lot will be available for staff parking, helping preserve parking at KBRH for patients and visitors. The parking area will be monitored by security, and signage and wayfinding will be in place to help direct people to available parking.
Additional off-site parking has also been secured for staff in downtown Trail, helping preserve on-site parking availability during construction. Shuttle service will be provided to staff between the parking area and the hospital.
Parking Tips
Patients and visitors are encouraged to continue parking at KBRH. While temporary impacts are expected during construction, every effort is being made to maintain convenient access to hospital services throughout the project.
These improvements are part of the KBRH MRI Suite Expansion project and represent an important investment in the KBRH campus for years to come.

KBRH site map with new location of MRI services, Phase I parking lot upgrades and IH staff parking.
Starting July 2, 2026, the first phase of parking lot improvements at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH) will begin. Once complete, the project will add up to 38 new parking stalls and pave existing gravel parking areas, improving parking efficiency and accessibility across the site.
"Finding parking is often one of the first experiences people have when visiting the hospital," said Lindsay Hetu, Chief Operating Officer, East Kootenay and Kootenay Boundary, Interior Health. "These parking lot improvements will add more stalls and create a more welcoming experience for everyone coming to our site. We are grateful for the patience and support of our community as this important work moves forward."
The KBRH parking upgrades will be completed in two phases: Phase 1 from July 2 to Aug. 31, 2026 , and Phase 2 in Summer 2027. Improvements include:
Grading and paving upgrades
Improved drainage infrastructure
Enhanced lighting and security features
Infrastructure to support future electric vehicle (EV) charging stalls
Preparations to create additional parking capacity
Temporary Staff Parking
During both construction phases, some hospital parking areas will be temporarily unavailable. To help offset these impacts, supplemental parking for staff will be available at J. Lloyd Crowe Secondary School, located across from the hospital at 1300 Frances Moran Road.
The school parking lot will be available for staff parking, helping preserve parking at KBRH for patients and visitors. The parking area will be monitored by security, and signage and wayfinding will be in place to help direct people to available parking.
Additional off-site parking has also been secured for staff in downtown Trail, helping preserve on-site parking availability during construction. Shuttle service will be provided to staff between the parking area and the hospital.
Parking Tips
Patients and visitors are encouraged to continue parking at KBRH. While temporary impacts are expected during construction, every effort is being made to maintain convenient access to hospital services throughout the project.
These improvements are part of the KBRH MRI Suite Expansion project and represent an important investment in the KBRH campus for years to come.

KBRH site map with new location of MRI services, Phase I parking lot upgrades and IH staff parking.
Making way for start of Phase 2 MRI Suite construction

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Interior Health is marking an exciting milestone in the MRI suite expansion at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH), as the project moves into its next phase of construction.
On May 13, the mobile MRI unit was relocated next to the Administration Building on the west side of the site.
This relocation marks the start of Phase 2 of the MRI suite expansion project, where a permanent, more accessible MRI suite will be constructed inside the hospital, including a new 1.5T MRI scanner. The new space will improve access to diagnostic imaging and support patients and families in receiving care closer to home.
Patients scheduled for an MRI at KBRH are asked to register at the Administration Building. Wayfinding and staff will be available to assist with directions.
Visitors and patients are encouraged to allow extra time when arriving for appointments. MRI services will continue without interruption during construction of the new MRI suite.
Interior Health is marking an exciting milestone in the MRI suite expansion at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH), as the project moves into its next phase of construction.
On May 13, the mobile MRI unit was relocated next to the Administration Building on the west side of the site.
This relocation marks the start of Phase 2 of the MRI suite expansion project, where a permanent, more accessible MRI suite will be constructed inside the hospital, including a new 1.5T MRI scanner. The new space will improve access to diagnostic imaging and support patients and families in receiving care closer to home.
Patients scheduled for an MRI at KBRH are asked to register at the Administration Building. Wayfinding and staff will be available to assist with directions.
Visitors and patients are encouraged to allow extra time when arriving for appointments. MRI services will continue without interruption during construction of the new MRI suite.
Temporary changes to parking March 2 to April 21

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The Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH) MRI Suite Expansion project kicked off earlier this month, and the construction team is now prepping for the relocation of the MRI trailer to a new location at the northwest end of the hospital.

This phase of the project requires the construction of a new concrete pad to support the MRI trailer. To complete this work safely, the construction team need to intermittently close several parking stalls in the northwest parking lot between March 2 and April 21.

Tips for Parking & Arrival at KBRH

People are encouraged to secure a ride for drop off/pick up to scheduled appointments or procedures

If vehicle parking is necessary, arrive at the hospital well ahead of appointments especially during peak times.

Consider carpooling or public transit.

Reminder: Please adhere to all signage including No Parking and Fire Lane. Be mindful to not park in a way that blocks access to or egress of other vehicles, including BCEHS ambulance.

Thank you to our staff and the public for their understanding.
The Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH) MRI Suite Expansion project kicked off earlier this month, and the construction team is now prepping for the relocation of the MRI trailer to a new location at the northwest end of the hospital.

This phase of the project requires the construction of a new concrete pad to support the MRI trailer. To complete this work safely, the construction team need to intermittently close several parking stalls in the northwest parking lot between March 2 and April 21.

Tips for Parking & Arrival at KBRH

People are encouraged to secure a ride for drop off/pick up to scheduled appointments or procedures

If vehicle parking is necessary, arrive at the hospital well ahead of appointments especially during peak times.

Consider carpooling or public transit.

Reminder: Please adhere to all signage including No Parking and Fire Lane. Be mindful to not park in a way that blocks access to or egress of other vehicles, including BCEHS ambulance.

Thank you to our staff and the public for their understanding.
Construction begins on new MRI suite at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital

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Construction begins today on the new magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) suite at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH) in Trail, marking a major milestone in strengthening medical imaging and diagnostic services for people across the Kootenay Boundary region.
“By expanding MRI services at KBRH, we are reducing barriers to diagnostic imaging and helping patients and families receive the care they need—close to home,” said Sylvia Weir, president and CEO, Interior Health. “A modern MRI suite inside the hospital will help our teams provide faster, more connected care for patients and families for many years to come.”
The new MRI suite will replace the current mobile MRI and be located in an integrated space within the hospital, supporting KBRH’s role as a Regional Oncology Centre, Level 3 Trauma Referral Centre, and Regional Stroke Centre. Once complete in early 2028, people in Trail will have access to a permanent, more accessible MRI suite inside the hospital, including a new 1.5T MRI scanner.
Following a competitive bidding process, Interior Health selected Ledcor Construction Ltd. for the KBRH MRI suite expansion project. Mobilization and construction are set to begin on Feb. 2, 2026. The project is expected to be complete and ready to receive patients in mid 2028.
Read the full news release.
Construction begins today on the new magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) suite at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH) in Trail, marking a major milestone in strengthening medical imaging and diagnostic services for people across the Kootenay Boundary region.
“By expanding MRI services at KBRH, we are reducing barriers to diagnostic imaging and helping patients and families receive the care they need—close to home,” said Sylvia Weir, president and CEO, Interior Health. “A modern MRI suite inside the hospital will help our teams provide faster, more connected care for patients and families for many years to come.”
The new MRI suite will replace the current mobile MRI and be located in an integrated space within the hospital, supporting KBRH’s role as a Regional Oncology Centre, Level 3 Trauma Referral Centre, and Regional Stroke Centre. Once complete in early 2028, people in Trail will have access to a permanent, more accessible MRI suite inside the hospital, including a new 1.5T MRI scanner.
Following a competitive bidding process, Interior Health selected Ledcor Construction Ltd. for the KBRH MRI suite expansion project. Mobilization and construction are set to begin on Feb. 2, 2026. The project is expected to be complete and ready to receive patients in mid 2028.
Read the full news release.