Graham Construction has been chosen to construct the front entrance expansion project at Saskatoon’s St. Paul’s Hospital.

The project will add 8,353 square feet of space to the hospital’s entryway, including a “fully accessible and expanded front entrance” to house registration, security, new washrooms and a gift shop. SaskBuilds said a Healing Centre will also be located in the entrance for ceremonial use by First Nations and Métis patients and visitors.

The Saskatchewan Health Authority says the new front entrance will improve safety while also creating a welcoming and inclusive space for patients and visitors to St. Paul’s Hospital.

The government says Graham and PCL Construction Management Inc. bid for the project, and it was awarded to Graham Construction. Construction is expected to begin in Fall 2023 and be completed in Fall 2025.