City to explore health care services, including primary healthcare clinic at 309 Queen Mary Road

In response to the evolving healthcare needs of the community and due to the unique zoning and facility, the City of Kingston is exploring the feasibility of locating health care services, including a primary health care clinic, at 309 Queen Mary Road.

Kingston, like many communities, is experiencing a demographic shift with a growing aging population, compounded by a significant shortage of physicians and other primary care providers. Recognizing the unique healthcare requirements of this demographic, staff are actively working with community partners to explore the potential of the space at 309 Queen Mary Road.

While transitional supportive housing will remain the primary use for the facility, the City has always intended to incorporate health care services at this location. A primary care clinic could provide critical access to care to thousands of people within the community, including those who may reside on the property in the future. It is intended that this health care model would include professionals like doctors and nurse practitioners, as well as complementary health care services.

Purchased by the City of Kingston last December, the property at 309 Queen Mary Road has the necessary zoning and physical design to allow for transitional supportive housing with complex social and health care services to be provided on site. The Consumption Treatment Services and Integrated Care Hub located at 661 Montreal St. will not be located at 309 Queen Mary Road.

Public engagement regarding the future use of the site began in early February, and staff remain committed to hearing from interested and affected community members. To learn more and to sign up for project updates visit GetInvolved.CityofKingston.ca/309-Queen-Mary-Road