Cancer patients in the Mississauga Halton Central West region will soon benefit from the Province of Ontario’s approval to expand radiation treatment services at Trillium Health Partners’ Credit Valley Hospital.
The project will add three new Halcyon radiation treatment machines and one orthovoltage
machine to the Carlo Fidani Regional Cancer Centre at Credit Valley Hospital. These machines
are highly advanced technology that use precise, targeted radiation therapy to destroy cancer
cells while preserving healthy tissue.
With this expansion, the centre will be able to treat more than 7,200 patients each year – a 71%
increase from current levels. This will help meet the needs of this rapidly growing region. For
patients, that means shorter wait times, less need to travel to other cities for care, and the
comfort of receiving treatment closer to home.
“This approval means more patients and families will get the specialized cancer care they need,
when they need it, closer to home,” said Karli Farrow, President and CEO of Trillium Health
Partners. “It’s an important step forward in supporting people through some of the most difficult
moments in their lives, and we’re deeply grateful to the Province of Ontario for the support that
makes this possible.”
The Carlo Fidani Regional Cancer Centre is the only centre providing radiation treatment in the
Mississauga Halton Central West region, which is home to one of the fastest growing and most
diverse communities in Ontario. As demand for radiation treatment continues to rise, this
approval will help alleviate pressure on existing services, reduce the need for patient transfers
to cancer centres outside the region, and strengthen sustainable cancer care services close to
home.
“Our government is continuing to take action to protect Ontario’s healthcare system and connect
patients to the high-quality care they need, where and when they need it.” said Sylvia Jones,
Ontario’s Deputy Premier and Minister of Health. “By expanding access to cancer care at Credit
Valley Hospital, we are ensuring families in Mississauga and surrounding communities have
access to world-class care, closer to home.”
“Our dedicated teams have worked tirelessly to build one of the province’s most efficient
radiation treatment programs and deliver exceptional care to as many patients as possible in
our rapidly growing community,” said Dr. Scott Berry, Regional Vice President, Mississauga
Halton Central West Regional Cancer Program. “The arrival of these new LINACs will enable us
to expand our outstanding care to even more patients while easing demands on our remarkable
team”
All three new Halcyon LINACs, along with the Orthovoltage machine, are expected to be fully
operational by 2028, with procurement beginning this fall and construction anticipated to start in
2026.
Quick Facts:
- The Halcyon LINACs are faster and more efficient than traditional models, treating up to
40% more patients while using a smaller footprint. The orthovoltage unit delivers precise,
surface-focused treatment for skin cancers, freeing up LINAC capacity for patients
needing more complex therapies - The three new Halcyon LINACs will bring the total number of LINACs at Trillium Health
Partners to nine. - The MHCW region has seen a 25% population increase over the past decade and
expects 40% growth between 2021-2041. - Trillium Health Partners currently treats more radiation patients per LINAC machine than
any other cancer centre in Ontario. - This announcement also includes a new Orthovoltage machine, which will improve
efficiency by shifting some skin cancer treatments off LINACs.
