The Quebec government is planning to build a nearly 600-bed "mega-hospital" in Gatineau, the province's health minister announced Wednesday. The announcement follows an election promise by Coalition Avenir Québec to add 170 beds to the Outaouais region. Describing the new facility as a "mega-hospital," Quebec Health Minister Christian Dubé said it would be affiliated with a university. It's still not clear how much the hospital will cost, where it will be located or when construction will be completed. Union questions who will staff facilityWestern Quebec's health-care system is currently facing a serious staff shortage, resulting in protests and temporary closures earlier this year.

Source: CBC News October 14, 2020 21:33 UTC