Ontario is making a significant investment in long-term care infrastructure that will create hundreds of jobs while improving healthcare services for seniors. The provincial government has announced the construction of Chateau Park Long-Term Care Home in Amherstburg, a project that will support more than 370 good-paying jobs and deliver 160 new and upgraded long-term care beds for the community.
Major Investment in Healthcare Infrastructure
Supported by an investment of nearly $35 million through the Building Ontario Fund (BOF) and construction funding subsidies, this redevelopment represents a key part of Ontario's plan to build critical infrastructure, protect workers, and strengthen the healthcare system.
Natalia Kusendova-Bashta, Minister of Long-Term Care, emphasized: "Our government is improving long-term care by building more homes, hiring more staff and making historic investments to support families and protect their loved ones. We are building for the future to create good-paying jobs and support stronger, more resilient communities."
Job Creation and Economic Impact
Once complete in summer 2027, the redeveloped facility will create substantial employment opportunities:
- Approximately 370 jobs during construction and operation
- 130 construction industry positions
- 150 new long-term care positions
- 90 jobs maintained from the existing facility
- Over 120 full-time and 90 part-time staff positions in nursing, personal support work, dietary aides, program aides, and administration
Modern Facility Design and Features
The new building will replace an existing 59-bed facility in nearby Windsor while adding 101 new beds to create a larger, modern home. The design incorporates five 'resident home areas' that create intimate living spaces for up to 32 residents each, complete with:
- Private dining and activity areas
- Lounges and bedrooms
- Therapy rooms
- Beauty salon
- Worship room
- Activity rooms with natural sunlight
- Multiple courtyards
Broader Provincial Context
This project contributes to Ontario's commitment to build 58,000 new and upgraded long-term care beds across the province. As of January 2026, the province has:
- 164 projects completed, under construction, or approved
- 25,893 new and redeveloped beds in progress
The government continues its ambitious construction campaign through the 2025 Long-Term Care Home Capital Funding Policy and Capital Funding Program (CFP), which replaced previous subsidy models to better reflect regional cost variations and operator needs.
Innovative Approaches to Healthcare Infrastructure
Ontario is implementing several innovative strategies to accelerate long-term care construction:
- Modernizing funding models
- Selling unused lands with long-term care construction requirements
- Leveraging hospital-owned land for urban area development
- Partnering with private entities like Manulife through the Building Ontario Fund
The Chateau Park Long-Term Care Home is licensed to and operated by DTOC Long Term Care LP and located at 140 Fryer Street in Amherstburg.
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