Blanche River, a river in the Saint Lawrence River drainage basin in the beautiful Timiskaming District in northeastern Ontario, Canada, is a tributary of Lake Timiskaming and the namesake for Blanche River Health (BRH).

BRH is a 74-bed hospital corporation with two sites serving the North Eastern Ontario communities of Englehart (26 beds) and Kirkland Lake (48 beds) as well as residents in surrounding areas.

Our mission is to make health care work for you.

BRH values people and continuous improvement and we demonstrate this through accountability, respect, and courage to excel.

Learn more about:

• Our Organization
• Our Vision, Mission and Values
• Our Foundation
• Leadership (Senior, Medical, Board of Directors)
• Performance and Accountability

The Kirkland and District Family Health Team (KDFT) is a group of Integrated Health Care Professionals who work collaboratively to help keep you and your family healthy by coordinating the best possible care for your health needs.

Patients of the Family Health Team have access to a variety of services. KDFT provides Primary Care on a multitude of levels, such as:

• Acute Care
• Chronic Disease Management
• Respiratory Therapy
• Mental Health
• Pharmacy
• Dietary/Nutritional Counselling
• Smoking Cessation
• Blood Lab Services

 Learn more: kdfht.ca

Kirkland Lake

Kirkland Lake (KL) is a town in the northern portion of the Timiskaming District in Northeastern Ontario. The population of Kirkland Lake is approximately 10,000 residents, with a catchment area of approximately 15,000 residents.

Kirkland Lake sits on the Mile of Gold! An old mining town, prospectors founded the town in 1919. Today, the area has multiple mines but is also a hub for outdoor activity.

Come work in Kirkland Lake and take a day to go fishing, rent an ATV, go hunting, camping, hiking, swimming or simply take in the fresh air and beautiful lakes and scenery of the Canadian Shield. Visit Kirkland Lake & District Tourism to learn more about the great activities in our area.

For more information regarding the town of Kirkland Lake please visit kirklandlake.ca.

Englehart

Englehart is a town in the central portion of the Timiskaming District in Northeastern Ontario. The population of Englehart is approximately 1,500, with a surrounding catchement of approximately 2,500.  Kap-Kip-Iwan Provincial Park is located just off highway 11, 2 kilometers south of Englehart.   The park offers many trails for walking and bird watching as well as beautiful waterfalls.

Nearby attractions include Mount Cheminis, 500 metres above sea level on the border of Ontario and Quebec; Devil’s Rock, located in nearby Temiskaming Shores and a popular hiking destination with wonderful panoramic views of Lake Temiskaming; Esker Lakes Provincial Park, a family oriented park north of Kirkland Lake offering camping, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, hiking and swimming.

For more information regarding the town of Englehart please visit englehart.ca.

Kirkland Lake Multicultural Group (KLMG)

The Kirkland Lake Multicultural Group (KLMG) is a dedicated non-profit organization committed to supporting newcomers in their settlement journey. By providing valuable settlement services, KLMG helps individuals and families navigate life in our region, fostering a sense of belonging and inclusion.

Understanding the importance of community, KLMG offers enriching experiences that empower newcomers to build strong foundations for their futures. Their mission is to help families integrate seamlessly and become thriving, active members of the Kirkland Lake community.

Through its work, KLMG plays a vital role in creating a welcoming and diverse environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

KLMG has partnered with Blanche River Health to help recruit new physicians to the area and support the transition for newcomers and their families who are considering a move to the Kirkland Lake and Englehart areas. 

Learn more on klmg.ca

The Physician Recruitment & Retention Committee (PRRC) was created to help attract doctors to the Kirkland Lake and Englehart area.

Municipal, business and community representatives, together with physicians, the Kirkland and District Family Health Team, Blanche River Health and the Blanche River Health Foundation, work together as a team to attract physicians to our area. 

The Committee is responsible for planning, supporting, implementing and monitoring the recruitment and retention strategies to attract physicians to Kirkland Lake, Englehart and the surrounding communities. 

To connect with the Committee, please contact our Physician Recruitment Coordinator:
(705) 567-5251 ext. 2137
physician.recruitment@blancheriverhealth.ca