- Statements of Support
Statements of Support
The importance of this initiative cannot be overstated. Maskwa’s mission is fully aligned with the Alberta government’s aim to improve health care outcomes and create efficiency in health care delivery across the province. The Maskwa Medical Center represents not only a lifeline for those in need of healthcare services but also a testament to the strength and resilience of our community. Its grassroots origins and widespread support underscore the urgent need for such a facility and its potential to save lives and improve health outcomes for all residents in the Peace Country.
Ron Wiebe
MLA, Grande Prairie - Wapiti
We recognize the importance of fostering partnerships that aim to enhance healthcare accessibility and quality, and we are eager to collaborate with organizations like yours that share our vision of making a positive impact in society.
Dr. Vanessa Sheane
President & CEO, Northwest Polytechnic
As an innovative health center committed to improving health outcomes and improving access to medical specialists and family physicians in the Peace Region, we believe such a facility is desperately needed for Northwest Alberta residents. We would like to voice our full support for the Maskwa Medical Center.
Jeff Simpson
CAO, Town of Slave Lake
A facility and program such as the Maskwa Medical Center will ensure that our residents have access to timely medical care that the current model does not provide. Their work will also develop new doctors in a collaborative approach with the U of A and Northwest Polytechnic that will undoubtedly benefit rural residents and local clinics alike.
Albert Poetker
Reeve, Birch Hills County
We believe Maskwa Medical Center’s initiatives will lead to more efficient healthcare delivery and lower healthcare costs for the province in the long run. The Village of Berwyn fully supports Maskwa’s work and looks forward to the positive impact it will have on our community.
Ken Montie
Mayor, Village of Berwyn
As a member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta representing Grande Prairie, I support the Maskwa Medical Center. I believe this clinic represents a significant step forward in enhancing healthcare and improving health outcomes for the people of the Peace Country.
Nolan Dyck
MLA, Grande Prairie
This is an important project that will not only benefit the health and well being of the people but also provide additional economic development in the area. Northern Sunrise County is in support of a facility that is committed to accelerating the process and improving access to medical specialists and services for the people of the Peace Region.
Corinna Williams
Reeve, Northern Sunrise County
The integration of the University of Alberta and Northwestern Polytechnic with the Maskwa Clinic represents a transformative opportunity for our region. Moreover, this initiative will create invaluable opportunities for our youth, encouraging them to pursue careers in healthcare. By investing in their education and professional development, we can build a sustainable workforce that will serve our community for generations to come.
Tammy Yaremko
Mayor, Town of Spirit River
On behalf of Clear Hills County Council, we express our strong support for the Maskwa Medical Center. This facility will be a vital resource for Northern Alberta, significantly improving healthcare access, training, and quality of life in our rural region.
Amber Bean
Reeve, Clear Hills County
The addition of this new medical center will not only help take some weight off other medical facilities but also provides local people with the opportunity to complete their schooling close to home. The Town of Manning supports the Maskwa Medical Center and we look forward to seeing the positive impact the new center will have on the health of the residents in our area.
April Doll
CAO, Town of Manning
The Maskwa Medical Center represents a critical investment in the education and healthcare infrastructure of Northwest Alberta, creating opportunities to inspire, train, and retain our local youth, ensuring they have meaningful careers and a future within our community. The Town of Wembley is proud to endorse this initiative, which we believe will positively impact the health, well-being, and long-term sustainability of our community.
Kelly Peterson
Mayor, Town of Wembley
On behalf of the Council of the Town of Rainbow Lake we would like to voice our full support for the new Maskwa Medical Center, an innovative health center committed to accelerating the process and improving access to medical specialists and family physicians in the Peace Region.
Michelle Farris
Mayor, Town of Rainbow Lake
Council for the Town of Valleyview, would like to voice our full support for the Maskwa Medical Center, an innovative health center committed to accelerating the process and improving access to medical specialists and family physicians in the Peace Region.
Vern Lymburner
Mayor, Town of Valleyview
The Grande Prairie & District Chamber of Commerce fully supports the proposed launch of the Maskwa Medical Center in the City of Grande Prairie. Our Chamber is one of the largest in Alberta, serving nearly 12-hundred member businesses that employ more than 20 thousand people. We believe our members and their families would benefit greatly by the addition of the Maskwa Center to our community.
Larry Gibson
Chair of the Board (2021), Grande Prairie & District Chamber of Commerce
The Maskwa Medical Center exemplifies resilience and innovation, offering a solution rooted in collaborative partnerships and forward-thinking approaches. Its integration of academic teaching, specialist access, and telehealth technology is a model of efficiency and equity.
Sheila Gilmour
Mayor, Town of Fox Creek
On behalf of the Municipal District of Smoky River, we express our full support for the forthcoming Maskwa Medical Center in Grande Prairie. We recognize the tremendous value that this new facility will bring to our community and we are eager to see the positive impact it will have on the health and well-being of our residents.
Robert Brochu
Reeve, MD of Smoky River No. 130
Maskwa Medical Center is a grassroots not-for-profit community initiative that has growing support across the Peace Region with its potential to create efficient and lower healthcare costs for the province in the long run.
Bob Marshall
Reeve, County of Grande Prairie
The Town of Falher’s local government believes that this project will not only benefit the immediate community but will also serve as a vital healthcare resource for the broader Peace Country region. We recognize that health services are a cornerstone of a thriving community, and the Maskwa Medical Center’s forward-thinking approach aligns with our goals of supporting local healthcare and advancing medical education.
James Bell
CAO, Town of Falher
The addition of the Maskwa Medical Center to our region would be highly beneficial to Peace Country residents in need of lifesaving care. There are many in our region who have lost loved ones due to the inability to access diagnostic and specialist care in a timely manner, and this center would bring hope where there has been much despair.
Chris Warkentin
Member of Parliament, Grande Prairie - Mackenzie
The Municipal Council of the Municipal District of Peace No. 135 wholeheartedly supports the Maskwa Medical Center project in Grande Prairie, AB. This project’s stated commitment to improving health outcomes for Northern Alberta residents is desperately needed in our region as we see a continual erosion of health services available in our area.
Margaret McClarty
CAO, MD of Peace No. 135
Greenview is optimistic that the Maskwa Medical Center will emerge as an indispensable resource for individuals and families in our community, offering essential healthcare services and fostering overall well-being.
Tyler Olsen
Reeve, MD of Greenview
We would like to express our full support for the Maskwa Medical Center, scheduled to open in 2026. This innovative health center is committed to improving health outcomes and enhancing access to medical specialists and family physicians in the Peace Region, addressing a critical need to Northwest Alberta residents.
Jeff Johnston
CAO, Town of Beaverlodge
Healthcare has been and continues to be one of Council’s top advocacy priorities. Maskwa Medical Centre is a testament to this region’s commitment to enhancing the health and well-being of our communities. This state-of-the-art facility will not only provide accessible, high-quality medical services but also attract healthcare professionals who are eager to make a difference.
Jackie Clayton
Mayor, City of Grande Prairie
On behalf of Council for the Village of Rycroft, we would like to voice our full support for the new Maskwa Medical Center, an innovative health center committed to accelerating the process and improving access to medical specialists and family physicians in the Peace Region.
James Verquin
Mayor, Village of Rycroft
Fairview’s local government believes that this project will not only benefit the immediate community but will also serve as a vital healthcare resource for the broader Peace County region. We recognize that health services are a cornerstone of a thriving community, and the Maskwa Medical Center’s forward-thinking approach aligns with our goals of supporting local healthcare and advancing medical education.
Gordon MacLeod
Mayor, Town of Fairview
The Maskwa concept of a team-based healthcare system that has been proven to obtain results in other jurisdictions, will create not only opportunities for our youth in healthcare but it will also improve the long-term health of our residents in Northwestern Alberta.