Media Releases

Brockville, ON – February 25, 2021 - Today, Jasmine Guest, a registered nurse in Brockville General Hospital’s (BGH) Emergency Department, was the first highest priority healthcare workers at BGH to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Working closely with the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit, BGH has launched an onsite clinic to support vaccinating over 1300 staff, physicians and volunteers.
“I’m feeling a lot of emotion,” said...
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Brockville, ON – January 27, 2021 – The past year, as we navigate the pandemic, has been difficult in many different ways. Taking care of your mind and body are important to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic.
“The past year has taken quite the toll on everyone’s mental health and well-being,” said Elaine Senis, Outpatient Mental Health Services Manager at Brockville General Hospital (BGH).
“The virus, and the safety precautions implemented,...
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Brockville, ON – January 11, 2021 - Thanks to the continued perseverance and commitment shown by residents across Leeds Grenville, we are very fortunate to continue to see limited cases of COVID-19 in our area. Every member of our community plays an important role. On behalf of the healthcare workers at Brockville General Hospital (BGH), thank you for your ongoing support!
Sadly, we are not immune to this crisis.
At this time, staff and physicians are caring for...
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Brockville, ON – December 14, 2020 - The Brockville General Volunteer Association (BGVA) is pleased to introduce Vincent and Eleanor, limited-edition fundraising bears, which are for sale this holiday season.
Following the success of their 2019 predecessors, Charles and Pearl, this year’s bears are available for $12 each or two for $20.
Money raised from this fundraising activity will support the purchase of new IV pumps, which deliver intravenous medication...
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Brockville, ON – December 7, 2020 – This holiday season, Brockville General Hospital (BGH) has implemented guidelines to ensure the continued safety of patients and healthcare workers.  This comes as an increase in COVID-19 prevalence is being reported from other Ontario hospitals, some of which have been attributed to celebrations and gatherings.
“Through the great work of our community, local cases of people with COVID-19 remain fairly low,”...
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