GEORGE’S, Grenada– The government of Grenada mark a major milestone in the transformation of the nation’s healthcare system with the groundbreaking ceremony for the New Hospital under Project Polaris, March 27, 2026, at the project site in Calivigny, St George.
The ceremony signalled the official start of construction of Grenada’s future 250-bed climate-smart hospital, a central component of the 84-acre Medical City. The facility is designed to strengthen access to modern, patient-centred healthcare for the people of Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique, while supporting medical education, research, and specialised services.
Highlighting the importance of the groundbreaking as a defining milestone in the country’s development, project sponsor, ambassador Andrea St Bernard said:
“This sod-turning ceremony represents far more than the start of construction. It marks the beginning of a new era in healthcare for our nation. Project Polaris reflects Grenada’s commitment to building a modern, resilient health system that serves our people today while preparing for the needs of future generations.”
All Grenadians were invited to join prime minister, Dickon Mitchell and members of cabinet at this historic event, as Grenada takes a significant step toward transforming healthcare.
“With over 1,500 people in attendance, the energy on site reflected a shared vision for the future—one rooted in quality care, innovation, and resilience. Through engagement with local stakeholders and ongoing collaboration with international partners like Mount Sinai Health System, this project will deliver world-class healthcare grounded in Grenada’s reality. This new facility will replace the current General Hospital in St George’s. Construction is expected to be completed in 2029, ushering in a new era of healthcare for Grenada and the wider Caribbean,” said Project Polaris.
Offering remarks at the ceremony, prime minister, Mitchell said:
“There were skeptics, and there are still skeptics; those who say it’s a con job, or it’s pie in the sky. There were hurdles, and are hurdles, and there will be hurdles, both financial and logistical. We moved from concept to blueprint, and today, from blueprint to breaking ground,” the prime minister added. “We are signalling to the region that the Spice Isle is becoming a hub for medical excellence, a destination for health tourism, and a sanctuary for specialised care that will draw eyes and investment from across the globe.”
Project Polaris represents the government’s flagship healthcare initiative, aimed at strengthening healthcare infrastructure and expanding access to modern medical services across the country.
“To our local private sector, our diaspora, and our international friends: Project Polaris is an open door. We invite you to partner with us, in technology, in research, and in service delivery. Grenada is no longer a passenger in the story of Caribbean development; it is a pilot. Join us as we set a new standard for what a Small Island Developing State, or Big Ocean State can achieve when it dares to dream big,” the Grenadian prime minister said.
– Project Polaris is the government of Grenada’s flagship healthcare initiative to develop a new climate-smart national teaching hospital and integrated medical city, strengthening access to modern, patient-centred care for Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique. The project is designed to support healthcare delivery, medical education, research, and community wellbeing within a single, connected environment. Through this investment, Grenada aims to position itself as a regional leader in sustainable, people-centred health infrastructure.
