The Township has acquired 6.54 acres of strategically located land in the heart of Calabogie, along the former railbed. This site links key community assets, including the Community Centre and Rink, the School, and the Daycare — making it an ideal location for a future Health Services Hub.
A key priority for this land is the potential development of a centralized Health Services Hub. The vision is to bring together a range of health care and community support services in one accessible, modern facility.
The Township is working with local and regional partners to explore opportunities to expand current services and attract additional care providers.
This includes:
- Enhancing primary care offerings
- Recruiting additional physicians and allied health professionals
- Advocating for provincial and federal support
- Exploring facility expansion options in partnership with existing medical service providers
What the Hub provides
A permanent, centralized space for:
- Clinical and diagnostic services
- Community wellness and prevention programs
- Education, training, and partnerships
- Seniors support and navigation
- Social programs and community connection
What the Spokes provide
Mobile, rotating, or satellite services that come to you, such as:
- Wellness programs hosted in community halls
- Health promotion workshops
- Navigation and support delivered through local organizations
- Outreach from community paramedicine
Why This Matters for Greater Madawaska
Greater Madawaska is one of the largest and most geographically dispersed municipalities in Renfrew County. Many residents travel long distances, often outside the County, for primary care, diagnostics, rehabilitation, wellness programming, and community supports.
These realities create real barriers to staying healthy, active, and connected.
Project Stages & Timeline
The Township is taking a phased approach to improving health and wellness services across Greater Madawaska. This includes hearing directly from residents, learning from local service providers, exploring partnership opportunities, and advocating for support at the provincial level.
Public Consultation Sessions:
(December 2025)
The Township hosted two in-person public consultation sessions to gather input on what residents need to live well and access care closer to home. Each session included updates from local service providers, an overview of the Health & Wellness Hub Initiative, and table discussions on community needs.
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- Griffith & Matawatchan Rec Centre – December 3, 2025, 6–8 PM
- Calabogie Community Hall – December 10, 2025, 6–8 PM
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These sessions were the starting point for understanding community priorities across our geographically diverse Township.
Expression of Interest (EOI) for Partners
(Closes December 6, 2025 at 3:00 PM)
The Township of Greater Madawaska sought and accepted Expressions of Interest from qualified developers, design-build teams, and project partners to explore innovative options for developing the Calabogie Junction Health and Wellness Hub.
Submissions were made using the Online Bids & Tenders Portal, or by submitting to the CAO by email, following the review of the Expression of Interest Document and the Strategic Framework.
The submission process was open from October 22, 2025 to December 6, 2025 at 3:00pm.
For inquiries or clarifications, please contact the CAO by email.
Please Note: Submissions received do not create any obligation for the Township and are intended solely to inform future planning and funding discussions.
Online Community Survey
(December 2025 – January 2026)
Residents who could not attend an in-person session are now able to share their input through an online survey. The survey asks all residents to:
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- Tell us about your current access to health care
- Identify which services and programs you would actually use closer to home
- Help confirm and prioritize the top needs for our community over the next 3–5 years
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Your responses will:
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- Shape the Health & Wellness Hub Initiative and Framework 2.0
- Guide Township advocacy, including delegations to the Ministry of Health and Ministry of Infrastructure
- Help partners decide which services and programs to bring into Greater Madawaska first
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Please share your perspective by completing the Health & Wellness in Greater Madawaska Community Survey
The Survey closes January 2, 2026.
Rural Ontario Municipalities Association (ROMA) 2026
(January 18–20, 2026)
The Township will present at the Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) 2026 Conference. Advocating for improved rural access to health and wellness services and advancement of the Health & Wellness Hub vision. These meetings are a key opportunity to elevate the needs of our community at the provincial level.
Community Update & Next Steps
(February–March 2026)
The Township will release a public update and next steps.
