St. Joseph's General Hospital Elliot Lake

12/13/2025

🎄🎁 joined our NOSM University medical students and community members today as we brought a little holiday cheer to older adults at St. Joseph’s Manor, Huron Lodge, and Hillside Park. The caroling lifted spirits, sparked plenty of smiles, and led to some wonderful singalongs.

A special thank you to AJ Bus Lines for generously donating a bus to help us travel together, the Elliot Lake physician group for providing warm gifts, and all the little elves who helped make the gift preparations so special.

We are grateful for everyone who helped make this holiday outreach a success!🎁🎄

12/12/2025

was proud to host St. Joseph’s Foundation of Elliot Lake for this year’s Tree of Lights ceremony, launching the 2025 - 26 Essential Equipment Project which will modernize critical tools used every day by the care teams across the hospital.

The event brought our community together, honouring the Ucci and Young families for their longstanding service. A special moment came as Louis Ucci’s grandson lit the tree, marking the start of the campaign.

Thank you to the Foundation and to everyone who continues to support local health care. Together, we brighten the path forward for Elliot Lake.
Click here to read the article on our website: https://sjghel.ca/community-partnership-lights-the-way-for-better-care-at-sjghel/

12/08/2025

Thank you to the St. Joseph’s Foundation of Elliot Lake and to everyone who came out!

12/05/2025

🎁 Looking for the perfect gift for someone who is hard to shop for? Give a gift that supports our community and gives you the chance to win!
When you purchase tickets for St. Joseph’s Foundation of Elliot Lake 50/50 draw, you are helping fund vital equipment and services that benefit everyone in our community. Every ticket helps, so everyone wins!🎁
Get your tickets today: https://sjhfound5050.ca/

Link for Tickets: SJHFOUND5050.CA
or at the ELNOS office, 3rd floor of the Medical / Rexall Building
Prices: 10 for $10 | 40 for $20 | 100 for $40

Deadline for Early Bird Draw: Dec 10/25 at 11:59 PM
EARLY BIRD DRAW: Dec 11/25 at 11:00 AM

Deadline for Final Draw: Dec 30/25 at 11:59 PM
FINAL DRAW: Dec 31/25 at 11:00 AM

Online Draw in Elliot Lake
Tickets will be issued on demand until the draw cut-off time
Prize is 50% of Gross Ticket Sales
Must be 18 and a resident of Ontario to purchase

12/05/2025

With grateful hearts, St. Joseph's Manor would like to thank Allybee Flower Farm and the Community Christmas Giving Program for its generous donation of potted Christmas cactus plants for all 64 residents. More than 64 plants were delivered to the Manor this week for residents to enjoy, filling our home with fresh greenery and bright pink flowers.

Today was something special 🌺✨

Your Christmas gift has been delivered to all the residents at St. Joseph’s Manor in Elliot Lake. Our very first ever recipient of our Community Christmas Giving Program was Janie, who received her Christmas cactus plant with the loving support of SJM staff (fr. left) Carrie, Carrie-Ann, Janie (resident), and Miranda.

Moments like this remind us how powerful community generosity can be. ❤️

Up next! 🛻 Deliveries scheduled tomorrow for Huron Lodge and Hillside Park Retirement Residents —

St. Joseph's General Hospital Elliot Lake

12/02/2025

Thank you, for the generous donation.

St. Joseph’s Foundation of Elliot Lake is profoundly grateful for the Legion’s unwavering generosity and steadfast support. Their continued commitment strengthens all three of our facilities and advances essential health care throughout our community. Shown here is the Foundation accepting a cheque for $3,500 from the Legion on December 01, 2025.

11/27/2025

💙 gives a big shoutout to our skilled Physician Assistant Tara.
With nearly 10 years of experience as a physician assistant, Tara brings extensive knowledge to our Emergency Department.
She works collaboratively with our ED physicians to provide more timely access to care. She is also a key contributor to ED shift coverage. When physicians know she is working, they want to be here.
Tara says her favourite part of the job is caring for others and the challenge of learning something new every shift. She is passionate about providing care for Elliot Lakers and helping others, which is clear in the care she provides.
Join us in celebrating Tara and recognizing the outstanding work she does on National Physician Assistant Day!💙

11/26/2025

💙🎉 has received Accreditation with Commendation from Accreditation Canada. This means St. Joseph's General Hospital, St. Joseph’s Manor, and the Oaks Centre not only met national standards for quality, safety and patient care but exceeded expectations in many areas.
President and CEO Kelli-Ann Lemieux said the accreditation reflects the dedication of the people who make up the organization. “I would like to thank our staff, physicians, leaders, volunteers, board members, patient and family advisors, and community partners who have all contributed to this success. It is an honour to be part of such an extraordinary and compassionate team that consistently delivers first-class care as a centre of excellence.”
Click here to read the full article on our website. 🎉💙
https://sjghel.ca/achieves-historic-accreditation-with-commendation/

11/26/2025

invites you to join us and the St. Joseph’s Foundation of Elliot Lake for hot drinks, treats and live music at our dedication celebration on Sunday, Dec. 7 at 6 p.m., where we will light the Tree of Lights in honour of Louis Ucci and Dr. Fred Young.
If you can’t attend and would like to donate online, please visit the Foundation’s page on Canada Helps. We look forward to seeing you there.

11/25/2025

is pleased to welcome back Rosemary Rankin.
Rosemary, a fourth-year medical student at NOSM University, is applying for family medicine and public health residency programs. Originally from Thessalon, she hopes to return to Northern Ontario to practise. Rosemary completed her third-year placement at St. Joseph’s General Hospital and the Elliot Lake Family Health Team and is excited to be back.

11/24/2025

📢 Amended Update – VRE Outbreak at SJGHEL
We are providing an update regarding the Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococci (VRE) outbreak declared on Monday, Nov. 24, 2025, it is identified and limited to three inpatient environments at St. Joseph’s General Hospital. Outpatient and ambulatory are not included and remain fully operational.
Family members with loved ones in affected inpatient units may apply to become an Essential Care Partner (ECP). Approved ECPs must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Our apologies for any inconvenience and we thank you for your continued support.

11/24/2025

Please join us at this year's Tree of Lights Ceremony on December 7th at 6:00 p.m.

Please mark your calendars and join us for the Tree Lighting Ceremony in celebration of this year’s Tree of Lights campaign.