The Ksyen Regional Hospital has hit a major milestone this week as the hospital celebrates one year of opening its doors to the new regional facility in Terrace.
The project began as an idea nearly 25 years ago, with the first formal request to replace the hospital made in 2010. After years of planning and community input, the new facility now stands as a modern, culturally meaningful, and much-needed upgrade for the region.
In a letter to the community, hospital physicians and healthcare providers thanked the people of Terrace, the Northwest, and all of British Columbia for helping bring the project to life. They also expressed appreciation to the Indigenous peoples and Nations, acknowledging the hospital’s location on their traditional territory. They said they remain committed to providing respectful, high-quality, and culturally safe healthcare for everyone who relies on the hospital.
The letter also acknowledged the history of the Mills family, noting that even though the name Mills Memorial is no longer on the building, the legacy of Dr. Stanley Mills and his wife Edith remains important.
Staff also thanked residents and taxpayers across the North West Regional Hospital District and the Province of British Columbia, as well as community groups, the Dr. R.E.M. Lee Foundation, and the Northern Health Board. They added that the support behind the project represents a generational investment in healthcare infrastructure and a shared commitment to building a stronger future for the region.
As the hospital marks its first year in operation, hospital staff said they are honoured to serve the region and to continue strengthening local healthcare for years to come.
