Government of Alberta funds $12.5M upgrade to lift Fort Saskatchewan surgical capacity by nearly 50%

Government of Alberta is investing $12.5M to upgrade Fort Saskatchewan hospital, adding more than 3,000 procedures a year for patients close to home.

Alberta PNP desk October 8, 2026 Updated October 19, 2026 1 min read

Government of Alberta is investing $12.5M to upgrade Fort Saskatchewan hospital, adding more than 3,000 procedures a year for patients close to home.

Alberta newcomers, students, workers, employers and families may see better access to care as Fort Saskatchewan boosts surgical capacity and adds 3,000+ procedures yearly; services continue during phased work, with upgraded spaces expected by 2029.

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