Ottawa Hospital supports Nunavut with virtual care

IQALUIT, Nunavut – The government of Nunavut (GN) has partnered with The Ottawa Hospital (TOH) to launch the Virtual Critical Care Program (VCCP), aimed at enhancing real-time access to critical care specialists for physicians and healthcare providers across the Qikiqtaaluk region.

This innovative service enables frontline physicians at the Qikiqtani General Hospital (QGH) and in all 12 Qikiqtaaluk communities to connect virtually with critical care specialists at TOH and help manage critically ill patients when seconds count.

The service began April 1, 2025.

“By leveraging technology, we are improving access to specialized medical expertise for Qikiqtaaluk residents young and old,” said health minister John Main, emphasizing the…