Recently, through several Freedom of Information requests, our committee has obtained access to MAHC’s Stage 1.3 submission to the province as well as related site selection
materials. Upon review of this information, SSMHC identifies that the community’s
concerns with the Made in Muskoka model are reasonable, legitimate and justified. Most
concerningly, we have identified significant gaps between public representations
made by MAHC and the details contained in the Stage 1.3 submission to the
province, particularly around obstetrical services in South Muskoka. An urgent
response from MAHC leadership is required.
Author: savesouthmuskokahospital
SSMHC Obtains FOI Records From MAHC
This release is part of our “Promises versus Reality” issue campaign. Please see more available on the related page: FOI Page Confirmed Major Gaps Between MAHC’s Public Promises and Recently-Obtained FOI Planning Documents
Medcura Health Report Offside on the Facts
In 2024, the Town of Bracebridge commissioned a third-party review of the current hospital redevelopment proposal by Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC). The review, prepared by Medcura Health, was later used to justify the Town’s decision to provide $10 million in Bracebridge taxpayer funding toward the broader $225 million local share required for the new hospital builds.
Virtual Town Hall – Recording (September 30, 2025)
Access Link (via Zoom) Passcode: 9RF*YEy= Timing/Contents The full meeting runs approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Missed Opportunity by Bracebridge Town Council to Press MAHC for Clarity
On September 4, Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) representatives presented to the Town of Bracebridge Council with an update on the hospital redevelopments. The Save South Muskoka Hospital Committee (SSMHC) is critical that the briefing left the public with more questions than answers. Significantly, the public remains without concrete information regarding the status of the provincial review of MAHC’s Stage 1.3 submission.
Summary of Concerns Regarding Site Selection
Save South Muskoka Hospital Committee (SSMHC) Position Statement #4 addresses concerns with the site selection for the future South Muskoka Hospital as chosen by Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC). This summary sets out SSMHC’s concerns and calls for action around the selection process.
Community Bulletin – Summer 2025
Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) continues to advance its “Made-in-Muskoka” multi-site redevelopment model with the province for new hospitals in Bracebridge (South Muskoka Memorial Hospital) and Huntsville (Huntsville District Memorial Hospital) despite strong and persistent community concern.
The Save South Muskoka Hospital Committee (SSMHC) has prepared this short Community Bulletin to update concerned residents. Information on how
you can help the SSMHC cause is below.
Response to MAHC’s Update on the Closure of the Obstetrics Unit at South Muskoka Hospital
Read the MAHC Update (28 May) here: https://www.mahc.ca/news/post/mahc-obstetrics-program-planning-ongoing-with-system-partners/
Request to Reschedule – ADM’s Unexpected Cancellation of the Planned Meeting with SSMHC
On behalf of the Save South Muskoka Hospital Committee (SSMHC), I would like to express our deep
disappointment regarding the late cancellation of our planned meeting with your office which we had
confirmed for Tuesday, April 15, 2025. As you are aware, SSMHC was promised this meeting in
February. SSMHC has been looking forward to engaging in a productive and collaborative conversation
about the future of the South Muskoka Hospital and the vital role that the planned hospital redevelopment
will have in ensuring the continued delivery of quality healthcare to our community.
Statement from SSMHC on OB Unit Closure at South Muskoka Hospital
The Save South Muskoka Hospital Committee (SSMHC) is very concerned about the recent decision by the MAHC Board to close the Obstetrics (OB) unit at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital.