Due to COVID-19 and staff shortages, healthcare services may be operating at reduced capacity in your community.

The Covid-19 virus is still present in Eeyou Istchee. Make it a habit to follow precautions and get tested. Keep the circle of protection strong around our communities.

CBHSSJB Measures during Chibougamau Airport Closures

August 5, 2022

The Cree Health Board has a coverage plan to ensure transportation services for our inland population and staff during this 9-week period which starts August 8, 2022.

Renovation work to extend the Chibougamau Airport runway starts August 8 for a period of 9 weeks. The Quebec Ministry of Transport is doing this work in several phases that will require reduced airport services and hours of operation, or temporary closures. Please see calendar below for details.

What you need to know

Wiichihiituwin patients and escorts scheduled to travel south for medical appointments and treatment are being informed of alternative travel options available to them.
The Chibougamau Hospital will continue to receive our inland patients for emergencies, and has a protocol in place for Medevac services.
CMC clinical staff are collaborating with partners in our corridors of emergency services in order to maintain care for our clients.
Emergency landing sites in Ouje-Bougoumou, Mistissini and Waswanipi have been identified and secured as a contingency plan.
Staff scheduled to travel during airport closures have been informed about alternative transportation options.
Specialist services and visits to inland communities will continue during the Chibougamau airport runway renovations.