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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TITLE PAGE………………………………………………………………………………………………

TABLE OF CONTENTS………………………………………………………………………………….

WELCOME FROM THE CEO………………………………………………………...…………….......

MESSAGE FROM THE CHIEF OF STAFF............................................................................................

MISSION, VISION & VALUES................................................................................................................

HISTORY OF THE HOSPITAL................................................................................................................

FAMILY PRACTICE..................................................................................................................................

PARTNERSHIPS & GREAT STAFF………………………………………………...…………….......

STATE OF THE ART TECHNOLOGY……………………………………………...…………….......

REDEVELOPMENT....................................................................................................................................

OPPORTUNITIES.......................................................................................................................................

Diagnostic Imaging...........................................................................................................................

Surgical..............................................................................................................................................

Sponsored Services...........................................................................................................................

Other Services ..................................................................................................................................

Clinical Laboratory .........................................................................................................................

MEET OUR PHYSICIAN FAMILY………………………………………………...……………...........

TOWN OF PERTH......................................................................................................................................

Message from the Mayor of Perth—John Fenik..............................................................................

TOWN OF SMITHS FALLS.......................................................................................................................

Message from the Mayor of Smiths Falls—Dennis Staples……………………………………….

EDUCATION, TRANSPORTATION, REAL ESTATE, ARTS AND CULTURE...............................

RECREATION, RIDEAU CANAL, DOCS ON THE RIDEAU..............................................................

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INCENTIVES................................................................................................................................................

CONTACT INFORMATION.....................................................................................................................

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WELCOME FROM THE CEO I am proud to state that, as an organization, the term status quo is not in our vocabu-lary. We make a commitment to be there in times of need and we honor that commit-ment each and every day to provide excellent, patient-centered, compassionate care to the communities we serve.

The Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital is blessed to have an exceptional team of dedicated personnel; the degree of collegiality amongst the medical staff is optimal. Physician participation, leadership and input are embraced by the hospital. Our culture is one which fosters an open, collaborative environment where teamwork and profes-sional development flourish. Our quest for excellence is passionately embraced at all levels of the organization.

Our professionals create an environment of calm competence under the most stressful and demanding of situations. Just as people depend upon loved ones in difficult times; they depend upon the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital. Our hospital family is one that personalizes, humanizes and demystifies the hospital experience for patients and their loved ones.

The information that you are about to read will give you insight into the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital. Of the 159 hospitals in Ontario, we are recognized as being a high performer with regards to patient satisfaction. What you cannot learn from printed materials is the genuine passion we have for our patients, their health and the spirit of healing.

I invite you to visit to learn more about the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital and the valued role you can play in helping to achieve our Mission. I hope that you will consider joining us at our preeminent hospital in the Province of Ontario.

Thank you for your interest in our dynamic organization.

Respectfully,

Linda Bisonette

60 Cornelia St. W, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 2H9 Tele: (613) 283‐2330 Fax: (613) 283‐8990 www.psfdh.on.ca

Linda Bisonette

Interim President & CEO

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MESSAGE FROM THE CHIEF OF STAFF

Welcome! With a number of changes in the landscape of health care, both on a provincial and local level, this last year has been an active one for physicians at the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital.

In the future, we look forward to adding more high performance medical and nursing staff to our clinical teams, becoming fully operational in the renovated Smiths Falls Site and enhancing services with capital investments in facility upgrades and new equipment. The coming year promises to be a busy and exciting time… as always.

Our dedicated staff, physicians and volunteers are committed to excellence in patient and family centred care and to the promotion of wellness and health education, delivered with compassion, respect and dignity. We are proud of our hospital and the services we provide.

Sincerely, Dr. Peter Roney Chief of Staff


Dr. Peter Roney

Chief of Staff

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Mission: To foster the well being of the people we serve.

Vision: The realization of optimum health for the people in our community through an integrated health care system.

Values:

An environment where everyone is treated with dignity, respect and compassion. Promotion of positive working environments and relationships. Commitment to excellence in the provision of safe, high quality, patient-focussed care. Facilitate access in collaboration with our health care partners to appropriate care in response to patient need. Accountable to our stakeholders to ensure responsible stewardship of our resources. Committed to the recruitment and retention of staff who are dedicated to the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

60 Cornelia St. W, Smiths Falls, ON K72 2H9 Tele: (613) 283‐2330 Fax: (613) 283‐8990 www.psfdh.on.ca

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T he Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital is a fully accredited health care facility located on two sites

serving a catchment population of approximately 44,000 residents within the tri-county region of Lanark, Leeds and Grenville.

Since amalgamation in 1995, Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital operates 97 beds with the addition of a full hospital renovation at the Smiths Falls site. With over 30 physicians and 20 specialists, Perth and Smiths Falls is one of the top leaders of patient satisfaction in Ontario and has been awarded full accreditation from Accreditation Canada.

Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital has a dedicated medical staff of excellent physicians, nurses and proactive administration. The new renovation to the Smiths Falls site has provided a state-of-the-art facility for physicians to practice and meet new goals in patient care.

Located on the sparkling shores of the Rideau Waterway, Perth and Smiths Falls are the ideal locations to practice medicine. With an abundance of educational opportunities, wildlife, culture and recreation—it is easy to call Perth or Smiths Falls your home. Perth and Smiths Falls are only an hour drive from major cities such as Kingston, Ottawa and Brockville. It is also located between Montreal, Toronto and New York—making the ideal location!

We invite you to the “most beautiful town in Ontario” and the Canada’s “Maple Syrup Capital” to witness the interaction of heritage with modern culture.

Come experience the amazing opportunities Perth and Smiths Falls District has to offer! It will be the most rewarding personal and professional decision you make!

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PHYSICIAN INCENTIVES


PERTH AND SMITHS FALLS DISTRICT HOSPITAL MEDICAL

STAFF LEADERSHIP

Dr. Peter Roney, Chief of Staff

Dr. Manuela Joannou, President, Medical Staff

Dr. Peter Cunniffe, Vice President, Medical Staff

CLINICAL CHIEFS

Chief of Staff Dr. P. Roney

Co-Chief Emergency Dept. Dr. C. Ehrat

Co-Chief Emergency Dept. Dr. M. Horsey

Chief of Anaesthesia Dr. A. Gauthier

Chief of Obstetrics Dr. P. McGregor

Chief of Diagnostic Imaging Dr. N. Parikh

Chief of Surgery Dr. P. Anderson

Co-Chief Family Medicine Dr. L. Wahay

Co-Chief Family Medicine Dr. R. Shew

Chief of Internal Medicine Dr. R. Del Grande

For information regarding applications and privileges, please contact our Hospital’s Medical Staff Secretary at 613-267-1500 ext. 1138.

A Community and Hospital tour which includes: Hospital tour of both sites Meeting with PSFDH Corporate

Personnel and Physician leaders Real Estate Tours Entertainment Meeting with Municipal represent-

atives and Economic Development personnel

Accommodations in one of the area’s best Bed & Breakfasts/Hotels

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FA M I LY P R AC T I C E

W e encourage qualified physicians to consider us as an excellent opportunity to establish your practice in an area that boasts a variety of lifestyle and recreational advantages. We are seeking

to add the following Physicians to our comprehensive, patient-centred healthcare team as we continue to provide excellent patient care. Our patient care has been rated to be amongst the highest in terms of patient satisfaction levels in Ontario.

General Practitioners—Anaesthesia General Practitioners—Emergency

General Practitioners

Physician participation, leadership and input are embraced by the hospital. Ours is a culture that fosters an open, collaborative environment, where teamwork and professional development flourish. Our quest for excellence is passionately embraced at all levels of the organization. We can provide a variety of financial incentives as well as the opportunity to participate in a variety of payment mechanisms such as FFS, FMG, FHO and AFA for Emergency Services. Organizational supports available to our Physi-cians include: General and Internal Medicine, General and Dental Surgery, ENT, Orthopedics, Obstet-rics and Gynaecology, Anesthesiology, Urology, Pediatrics, Rehabilitation Medicine and Radiology and CT Scan.


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PA RT N E R S H I P S

T he Hospital is committed to pursuing active partnerships with other hospitals and community agencies. Sponsorship of Lanark County

Mental Health, Lanark County Support Services and the Lanark County Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Program are well established. Affiliation with the South East Local Health Integration Network, the Ottawa Hospitals and Kingston General Hospital are an important and integral part of the hospital’s service to its community.

Affiliation agreements with the Ottawa and Kingston Regional Cancer Centres allow many patients to receive care and treatment closer to home.

G R E AT S TA F F

T he hospital staff includes 553 dedicated and professional employees ranging from supportive services, diagnostic and patient care services. A

complement of 4 family practitioners in Smiths Falls, 15 in Perth and associate family practitioners in the surrounding communities provide attendant care. In addition, there is a complement of 9 local specialists.

“The staff, physicians and volunteers associated with providing

compassionate, quality care are among the very best in the health care

industry. I am proud to work with such a committed and caring group

who bring the culture of care closer to home to a whole new dimension.”

- Linda Bisonette, BScN, MHS, Interim President & CEO, Vice President, Patient Services & CNE


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State of the Art TECHNOLOGY

T he recent addition of a number of specialized care services, as well as the

commitment of the hospital to constantly update and stay in line with changing technologies demands a commitment to continuous improvement and upgrading. The hospital has been able to meet the growing demands for new technologies in all programs and services. This reflects a commitment on the part of the community and administration to furnish its hospital and staff with the best possible tools!

It is our goal to give you the most cutting edge technology so that we can deliver the best patient care and satisfaction!

Both sites have completely renovated their Emergency rooms to better assist you!

S P E C I A L I Z E D C A R E S E RV I C E S

º Holmium laser

º Microwave endometrial ablation

º Computerized Tomography (CT)

º Bone Mineral Density

º Mammography

º New Diagnostics Lab

º Electrocardiograms º Electronic Health Records º PACS


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R E D E V E L O P M E N T

A $45 million redevelopment project substantially improved the quality of patient

care that the organization is able to provide to the community, and greatly improved the working environment for personnel, physicians and volunteers. The massive undertaking encompassed amongst other things, the demolition of the 1904 wing, extensive renovations throughout the remainder of the hospital building and the construction of a new multi-level wing on the existing site. Within this wing there i s now: three new state-of-the-art surgical suites; a new Intensive Care Unit; a new and expanded Diagnostic Imaging

Department; a new Post Anaesthetic Care Unit; a new Obstetrical (Labour and Delivery) Unit,

including four new birthing suites; and a new and expanded Ambulatory care area.

Addit ional improvements: increased parking; easier access; improved heating and ventilation; and proper storage. Areas we renovated: Laboratory; Emergency; Rehabilitation; Medical/Surgical patient rooms; Physical Plant Department; Health Records Department; and Pharmacy.


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A new diagnostic imaging department has been completely renovated, allowing physicians and radiological technologists to view images with state-of-the-art technology. A new

service called Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) allows physicians to view their patient’s images from remote locations when they are out of the office. Services offered include: º Radiography (x-ray), including special procedures for the digestive system º General, Vascular and Obstetrical Ultrasound º Echocardiography (heart ultrasound) º Bone Mineral Density (BMD) º Mammography (breast imaging) º Computerized Tomography (CT) and º Cardiac & Respiratory Services.

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O p p o r t u n i t i e s P erth and Smiths Falls District Hospital offers

a comprehensive range of surgery services through all stages of life, from infants to the elderly, closer to home. The Surgical, Perioperative and Anaesthesiology program provides services for all patients who require surgical care at Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital. This includes outpatient clinic visits, operating room procedures and inpatient surgical stay. Because of short wait times, Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital engages in many elective procedures. Due to the excellent care and professional service, surgery at Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital is one of the region’s most highly sought after services. The high demand and

state-of-the-art equipment provide many fulfilling opportunities for those interested in surgery.

S u r g i c a l

We offer advanced surgical opportunities for:

General surgery

Gynaecology

Endoscopy

Ophthalmology

Orthopaedic surgery

Urology


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L A N A R K CO U N T Y M E N TA L H E A LT H The Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital has been a proud sponsor of Lanark County Mental Health for the last 13+ years. It has developed and supported all aspects of community mental health programs and values the contributions of this agency. Lanark County Mental Health works with our hospital and local primary care physicians to ensure the appropriate care and service is offered to our constituents. At this time, Lanark County Mental Health has developed an enhanced adult mental health focus including a commitment to client centred system support. Lanark County Mental Health provides services and links people to a network of support.

L A N A R K CO U N T Y S U P P O RT S E RV I C E S

The Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital has been a proud sponsor of Lanark County Support Services since 1981. The agency provides the following support services::

º Life Skills

º Activity Center

º Transition Support Services

S P O N S O R E D S E RV I C E S

LANARK COUNTY SEXUAL ASSAULT &

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PROGRAM

The Lanark County Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Program is funded

by the Ministry of Health & Long Term Care through the Perth and Smiths

Falls District Hospital for medical care and treatment. The Program supports

a comprehensive and multi‐disciplinary response to domestic violence and

sexual assault. The Emergency Departments of the Perth and Smiths Falls

District Hospital, Carleton Place and District Memorial Hospital and the

Almonte General Hospital provide specialized medical and nursing care to

victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.


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O T H E R S E RV I C E S

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CARDIAC SERVICES

º Electrocardiograms (ECGs or EKGs) º 24 and 48 hour Holter monitoring (portable heart

monitors) º Event recording (portable heart monitors worn for

up to 2 weeks) º Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (for 24 hrs) º Stress (treadmill) tests º Pacemaker checks

RESPIRATORY SERVICES

º Spirometry (basic lung function test), before & after bronchodilator with inhaler instruction, if needed

º Complete Pulmonary Function Tests (PFT), including spirometry, lung volumes, and single breath diffusion

º Methacholine challenge testing (asthma provocation)

º Exercise challenge testing (exercise-induced asthma evaluation)

º Oximetry º Arterial blood sampling for blood gas analysis º Oximetry with exercise º 2 internal medicine specialists in Perth

MATERNAL

º Four birthing rooms classified as Labour, Delivery, Recovery and Post Partum Rooms

º Two obstetricians and many general practitioners on staff to deliver babies

AMBULATORY º Coordination with a Regional Emergency Response

System

º Two full service Emergency Departments

REHABILITATION

º General Rehabilitation Program

º Ambulatory Rehabilitation Program

ACUTE CARE º General Medicine

º Internal Medicine

º General Surgery

º Dental Surgery

º Ophthalmology

º Orthopaedics

º Urology

º Obstetrics

º Gynaecology

º Anaesthesiology

º Diagnostics


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T he Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital is well served by comprehensive, patient safety oriented clinical laboratory services.

With an excellent Quality Management Program in place and a commitment to ensuring good laboratory practices, highly skilled Medical Laboratory Technologists provide timely and accurate results using the latest technological advances in Chemistry, Haematology, Transfusion Medicine and Microbiology. The Clinical Laboratory also works in collaboration with regional partners to ensure that specialized laboratory testing services are available through a well established referral process.

In 2008, the Clinical Laboratory received the highest possible award from peers in the form of a five year certification from the Ontario Laboratory Accreditation (OLA) service under the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Laboratory Licensing Branch.

Furthermore, services and pathologists are shared with Kingston General Hospital to provide the best service possible.

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“I came to learn here as a medical student and resident, and chose to practise here. I think that speaks to the high level of quality of care, collegiality and career opportunities that the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital offers. The hospital community provides me with the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of challenging and satisfying medical activities that suit my practise style. My family also benefits from living in a diverse, active and thriving rural region that meets our educational, social and personal needs.”

Penny McGregor, M.D.

MEET OUR PHYSICIAN FAMILY

“I came to the area as a family physician in 1977 and never left, the reasons are many including: A supportive and congenial medical “family” of colleagues; a “healthy” en-vironment second to none; a wonderful mixture of culture, entertainment, sports and outdoor activities; a great place to raise a family; and an extremely rewarding family and hospital practice. Many physicians have come to the area, few have left.”

Paul Turner, M.D., CCFP, FCFP

“I have practiced Orthopaedics for over 12 years in Perth and Smiths Falls. The area has rewarded my family and myself as follows: A home and community that allows a family to stay active, healthy and involved; a medical community second to none for caring, support, care and fellowship; an opportunity to maintain physician wellness both mentally and physically. I will retire here!”

Paul Anderson, M.D.

“There is a very confident, well rounded and congenial group of physicians to work with here in Perth and Smiths Falls. You can really adapt your practice to suit your interests and develop new ones as well. You’ll find lot’s of extra-curricular activities to get involved in from sports to theatre and an active artisan community. A great place to work, play and raise a family.”

Paul Miller, M.D.


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T OW N O F P E RT H N estled between Ottawa and Kingston, Perth &

District is perfectly positioned as a great place to visit, live and do business. The area’s majestic stone buildings and beautiful green spaces are the perfect backdrops for your time spent in Perth and District.

Whether you want to explore the eclectic downtown shops or cast a fishing rod in one of the surrounding lakes, there is something for every visitor in Perth and District. Downtown Perth is packed with gorgeous shops and savoury restaurants. Grab a coffee and linger through the books stores or check out the latest fashions in the clothing shops before hitting up a restaurant patio for a hearty lunch.

Spend an afternoon picnicking in Perth’s Stewart, Code and Haggart Parks located behind the majestic Town Hall. This downtown haven offers the perfect opportunity for a family outing where you can set up a picnic by the banks of Tay River and then make your way to the nearby children’s playground.

Discover the natural surroundings outside of Perth. From cross-country skiing in Murphy's Point Provincial Park to cycling through Glen Tay, the region provides a never-ending outdoors to-do list. Top it off with 100 lakes within driving distance, swimming, boating and fishing enthusiasts have ample opportunities to discover the lake life.


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CO M E E X P L O R E P E RT H

“Perth is a small town with a big vision of how life

should be. Steeped in history and charm, the Town of

Perth has something for everyone. With easy access to

major centres like O awa and Kingston, the Town of

Perth offers a more relaxed way of life. Perth is a

vibrant community, with many schools, churches,

small businesses and a great variety of spor ng,

cultural and social events throughout the year. Spend

a li le me here and discover the natural beauty and

ameni es that have shaped our town. I think you’ll

agree that the Town of Perth is a great place to live,

work and play!”

‐ Mayor John Fenik

It’s easy to see why so many people are proud to call Perth home! Not only is there a rich history and vibrant cultural and recreational lifestyle engrained in the town landscape, there is access to all amenities! The Perth and District Union Library is a well-visited centre in downtown Perth. The library serves the Town of Perth and surrounding townships, as well as seasonal residents and tourists, offering book service, children’s programs and internet access!

Perth is a family-friendly town, and parents can send their children to one of the many elementary and high schools operated by the public and Catholic school boards.

The town’s recreational facilities are aplenty, as the Town of Perth operates the Perth Community Centre and Swimming Pool as well as the Conlon Farm Recreation Park.

The community centre has an ice pad and is host to a packed schedule with youth and adult figure skating and hockey programs on offer as well as public skating sessions!

The pool is a 25-metre facility and programs include youth and adult swim lessons, water aerobics and public swims. Canadian Olympian Mike Brown grew up in Perth and spent hours perfecting his athletic talent in the local pool!

Baseball diamonds, soccer fields, tennis courts, a skateboarding park and children’s playground make up the Conlon Farm Recreation Park, and it is a popular community hub!


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T OW N O F S M I T H S FA L L S We are a full service community with a small town atmosphere!

Located in the Heart of the Rideau Canal, you will find a unique mix of leisure and recreational activities set against a backdrop of history and nature. In Smiths Falls, your lifestyle can be set at your own pace. Leave behind the hustle and bustle of the big city for the quiet of Smiths Falls: population approximately 9,000.

Smiles are free, a warm atmosphere is priceless and exceptional quality takes time and effort. Sensational scenery, wonderful people, superb services, excellent amenities, remarkable attractions; in Smiths Falls its all affordable! So come fill your senses with sight, sound, smell, taste and touch of our friendly community

Sensational Smiths Falls

“Smiths Falls is a community with a great deal to offer any physician searching for a place to locate. Our

community offers a quality of life that many aspire to. Our close proximity to O awa, Montreal and Toronto and the U.S./Canada border provide families with an

array of des na ons within an easy day's drive. Sensa onal Smiths Falls is a welcoming community

with a founda on built on strong culture and heritage. Our community boasts a vibrant educa onal system

and our recrea onal ameni es are vast. Located on the Province of Ontario's only UNESCO designated World

Heritage site the Rideau Canal, the community provides a mul tude of recrea onal choices for all

ages. I invite you to visit us in Sensa onal Smiths Falls and experience why Smiths Falls is the right choice for

you, your family and your prac ce.”

‐ Mayor Dennis Staples


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W elcome to the Town of Smiths Falls. Centrally located in Eastern Ontario, we are the hub for tourism.

Smiths Falls' history dates from the American Revolutionary War (United Empire Loyalists) and was established as part of a strategic defence plan against invasion from the south. It was in the late 1700's when UEL Thomas Smyth received a gift of 400 acres from the Royal Commission. Later Smyth, as well as other settlers, used the many falls in the region to build sawmills and other water-powered businesses. By 1860 there were approximately 1,100 inhabitants.

Come for a day, a week, a month, or make it your home; there's always a warm welcome awaiting you in Beautiful Smiths Falls. Situated in a picturesque area along the Rideau Canal, with over 90 acres of parkland, Smiths Falls is a beautiful town with plenty to see and do. There's fishing, hiking, tennis, swimming, boating, bird watching, ball diamonds, lawn bowling, basketball, darts, hockey, squash, bowling, billiards, shopping, good dining and overnight accommodations including hotels, motels and B&Bs. The list of things to do and see goes on and on. There is an in-town RV park and campgrounds right beside the Canal. Come by boat, there's plenty of docking space. Smiths Falls has .......

A Pro business attitude. Local airport - 4000 ft. runway. CP Rail and VIA passenger service Three local shopping districts. Skilled and semi skilled labour force. High speed internet. New wastewater treatment facility.

Trans Canada Trail. Full range of childcare and medical services.

Getaway to Smiths Falls for a breath of fresh air. Get out of the city, kick back and relax. It's an excellent community in which to live, work, play and conduct business; a friendly town where helpful people care.

Get in touch with a big piece of Canadian history. Whether single, a couple, family, youth or adult, a memorable place awaits each and everyone. Discover the legacy left behind by those who settled Eastern Ontario. Smiths Falls truly is a historical monument to be seen in all its beauty. Come explore, discover, and experience all that Beautiful Smiths Falls has to offer.

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E D U C AT I O N

Perth and Smiths Falls offer many exciting and diverse educational opportunities. There are public and private schools offering French immersion for students and an Algonquin College campus in Perth. There are also many opportunities to attend Queens University, Carleton University, University of Ottawa, St. Lawrence College and the Royal Military College—all within an hour drive. Furthermore, there is a Montessori School for children in Perth, offering alternative preschool education and Willis College of Business, Health and Technology in Smiths Falls.

R E A L E S TAT E

With some of the best real estate in town and/or on the waterfront, Perth and Smiths Falls are the places to be! Perth and Smiths Falls can offer new residents a mix of heritage with modern conveniences. Come make cottage country your home!

A RT S & C U LT U R E

The area provides a wealth of cultural activities that support the performing arts. The Perth Maple Fest, Stewart Park Festival and Smiths Falls Settlers Day provide cultural enjoyment for all ages. Community theatres, musical opportunities and pottery tours provide the community with a abundance of entertaining art! Perth has also been designated the “Prettiest Town in Ontario” due to the clean streets, beautiful parks and sparkling lakes.

T R A N S P O RTAT I O N

Perth and Smiths Falls are located in the most ideal locations in Ontario. Brockville, Kingston and Ottawa are all within an hour drive making them very accessible options. Other exciting options include VIA rail, and the Rideau Canal waterway and Coach Canada/Greyhound stations. An international airport is located one hour north in Ottawa.

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R E C R E AT I O N

Perth and Smiths Falls has an abundance of seasonal recreation sports. Enjoy kayaking, swimming in the lake, basketball, soccer and baseball in the summer! Followed by some colourful sightseeing in the fall and apple picking. In the winter you can play ice hockey (inside or outside), go cross-country skiing, visit our close alpine ski hills and snowmobile! End of the winter with some canoeing and kayaking in the spring. We have also been named the Maple Syrup Capital of Ontario, so come taste some delicious homemade syrup!

R I D E AU C A N A L

The Rideau Canal was recently named one of UNESCO’s world heritage sites. Still in operation, it allows boaters to travel from Ottawa to Kingston on the water through a 202km long canal. The Rideau Canal has 46 locks that are still operated with a hand crank to turn the 20 ton wooden doors. Some lock stations can raise boats 60 feet with man and water power. Come check out the historic museums, black smith shop and many other heritage attraction along with Rideau Canal and enjoy the ice cream! The town of Smiths Falls is also home to the Rideau Canal museum and is known as the heart of the Rideau!

D O C S O N T H E R I D E AU

The Town of Smiths Falls is seeking the professional services of up to eight family physicians to complement the existing four Family Physicians presently working at the Cornelia Court Medical Centre located at 91 Cornelia Court in Smiths Falls.

All Family Physicians must be willing to have hospital privileges.

The newly expanded and remodeled facility is a turnkey facility located directly across the street from the Smiths Falls Site of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital. The Centre is scheduled for completion in December 2012 and offers all family physicians a new practice environment at a set monthly rate of $1,200.00 /month, which is frozen for ten years and operated under a Family Health Organization (FHO) management model.

Smiths Falls has been faced with a severe shortage of family physicians since the recent passing of a long-time physician in the community and several retirements. There is a significant physician/patient caseload available to support the needs of any interested medical graduate or experienced Family Physician. Smiths Falls offers a quality of life that is the envy of many and real estate costs that are nearly half the price of a comparable home within one hour of the community.

The community is proud of its existing complement of Family Physicians and the mentorship and experience that each of the Cornelia Court medical team bring to the Centre simply makes the Cornelia Court Medical Centre the practice location of choice!

Finding a new turnkey option for your practice isn’t an easy chore these days, but in Sensational Smiths Falls we make your lifestyle and business practice choices easy. Sensational Smiths Falls Come for a Day…… Stay for the Lifestyle!


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We Offer:

A Familiarization Tour/Community Visit which includes: Hospital tour of both sites Meeting with PSFDH Corporate

Personnel and Physician leaders Real Estate Tours Entertainment Meeting with Municipal representatives

and Economic Development personnel Accommodations in one of the area’s

best Bed & Breakfasts/Hotels

An array of other incentives: Signing Bonus Relocation Allowance Personalized Incentive Packages

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