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Good Earth Coffeehouse to open within the facility next year

GRANDE PRAIRIE ¡ª Grande Prairie Regional Hospital will have a new on-site restaurant next year to serve staff and visitors.

A contract has been signed to bring in Good Earth Coffeehouse, which is expected to open in the Â鶹ӳ»­ (AHS) facility next spring or summer.

¡°This is a significant step in enhancing the experience for everyone at the hospital,¡± says Carol Ellendt, AHS Acting Senior Operating Officer, Nutrition and Food Services, Laundry and Environmental Services. ¡°We are confident that Good Earth Coffeehouse will provide high-quality meal options that meet the diverse needs of the community.¡±

The restaurant will be located in existing shelled-in cafeteria space, adjacent to the main hospital entrance. Work to prepare the space will begin in the coming months, including design, construction, equipment installation and staff training.

¡°We understand that the wait has been long, and we are committed to bringing a high-quality, Â鶹ӳ»­-based dining option to the hospital,¡± says Candice Edey, AHS Senior Operating Officer for Grande Prairie. ¡°I appreciate the patience of the community as we worked toward bringing in a restaurant that will offer fresh, healthy meals for staff and visitors.¡±

Good Earth Coffeehouse operates at several other AHS healthcare facilities. More details about operating hours and menu options will be shared closer to the opening date.

Â鶹ӳ»­ is the provincial health authority responsible for planning and delivering health supports and services for more than four million adults and children living in Â鶹ӳ»­. Our mission is to provide a patient-focused, quality health system that is accessible and sustainable for all Â鶹ӳ»­ns. Our current focus is on reducing emergency department wait times, improving EMS response times, increasing access to surgeries, and improving patient flow.