Ontario Construction News staff writer
The City of Hamilton has broken ground on the $61.4 million Macassa Lodge redevelopment project, to expand and modernize one of the city’s two long-term care homes.
Construction will be managed by Pomerleau Inc. and the facility was designed by Salter Pilon Architecture Inc.
“Our government is improving long-term care by building more homes, hiring more staff, and protecting those who reside in them,” said Dawn Gallagher Murphy, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Long-Term Care. “Today marks a significant milestone for the City of Hamilton. Once construction is complete, 64 residents will have a new home where they can receive the care they need, when they need it.”
The project includes a new B-Wing expansion that will add 64 modern long-term care beds. This includes 20 new beds and 44 redeveloped beds, helping to ease wait times and allow more residents to receive care close to home. When completed in 2026, the renewed facility will provide a state-of-the-art, energy efficient environment built to meet the latest Ministry of Long-Term Care design standards.
“Today’s groundbreaking marks an important milestone for Hamiltonians,” said Mayor Andrea Horwath. “The redevelopment of Macassa Lodge will ensure that our seniors continue to receive compassionate, high-quality care in a safe, modern environment. This investment reflects our city’s commitment to building inclusive, supportive communities where people can age successfully with dignity and respect.”
Funded through a combination of provincial support, development charges and City capital funding, the project is being delivered by the City’s Healthy and Safe Communities Department and Public Works Department, with construction managed by Pomerleau Inc. and architectural design by Salter Pilon Architecture Inc.
When completed in Fall 2026 there will be 20 new and 44 redeveloped beds.
Macassa Lodge is a municipally operated long-term care home that provides quality, resident-centred care to older adults in Hamilton. The Lodge is committed to supporting residents in living their best lives through person-focused programs, compassionate care and a strong sense of community.
Enhancements will include:
- An expanded parking lot off Upper Sherman Ave.
- New landscape elements, including trees, benches and walkways.
- Renovations to the E-Wing dining and lounge areas, as well as improved exterior patio spaces.
- New corridors connecting the B-Wing to E and C-Wings for improved accessibility.
- A sustainable, energy-efficient building envelope with high-performance systems.
- Rooftop Solar PV panels to generate renewable energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
- Bright, natural wood interiors designed for comfort and durability, maximizing natural light in resident rooms and common areas.
- Flooring and painting throughout resident home areas.
- Upgraded flooring, painting and furniture in the main lobby.
- Installation of high-efficiency domestic water boilers for sustainable energy use.
Learn more at hamilton.ca/MacassaRedevelopment.