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Nurse practitionerled clinic to open in Tillsonburg JEFF HELSDON Editor
Oxford MPP Ernie Hardeman announced a $5.2 million investment in health care in Oxford County that will connect 13,020 more people to primary care and see a new Tillsonburg clinic. Announced Tuesday morning in front of two empty units in Northgate Plaza where a permanent nurse practitioner-led clinic will be established by the Ingersoll Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic, the announcement was heralded as one of the most significant announcements in health care in Tillsonburg. There are thousands of people in Tillsonburg without a primary health care provider. “Access to primary care is the foundation of a strong and reliable health care system,” Hardeman said. “This investment will connect more than 13,000 residents to the care they need, when and where they need it. By strengthening primary care, we are not only helping people stay healthier, but also reducing pressure on emergency departments and hospitals. This is an important step toward building a more connected, accessible and patient-focused health care system for families across Oxford County.” “This investment is a significant step forward for primary care in Oxford County,” said Stephanie Nevins, executive director of the Ingersoll Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic. “It will allow the NPLC to expand access in Ingersoll and bring a new nurse practitioner-led clinic to Tillsonburg, connecting more people to timely, team-based care close to home. We’re proud to work alongside our community and system partners to support the growing needs of our population, and we’re grateful for the province’s support in making this vision a reality.” CONTINUED TO PAGE 2
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NEW KINSMEN BRIDGE INSTALLATION
A crane lifted the second girder span of the new Kinsmen bridge into place onto the piers last week. Three pieces, comprising two sections bolted together, span the gulley. The crane has now been removed, and crews are installing the stringers, decking, and railing. See the story and more photos on page 8.
THI and ERTH Power collaboration a go JEFF HELSDON Editor
A possible merger between Tillsonburg Hydro Inc. and ERTH Power will move forward, subject to Ontario Energy Board approval. The possibility of the merger was first raised last fall, with needed upgrades to the Tillsonburg transformer sta-
tion as one of the primary reasons. Preliminary estimates for adding more capacity through that project are $29 million. The collaboration will see Tillsonburg acquire shares in ERTH Corporation, a municipal holding company that owns ERTH Power Corp. and other unregulated companies under the corporate umbrella. Tillsonburg will be the second-largest shareholder among the 10, behind Ingersoll. CONTINUED TO PAGE 2
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