The Government of Grenada has officially broken ground on a transformative healthcare development under its flagship Project Polaris initiative, marking a major step toward reshaping the nation’s medical landscape.
The sod-turning ceremony, held on March 27, 2026, at Calivigny in St. George, signaled the start of construction on a state-of-the-art 250-bed climate-smart hospital. The facility will form the centerpiece of an expansive 84-acre Medical City designed to integrate healthcare delivery, medical education, research, and community services within a single, modern environment.
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Once completed, the hospital will replace the existing General Hospital and is expected to significantly improve access to advanced, patient-centered care for residents of Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique. Construction is projected to be completed by 2029.
Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell, addressing a crowd of more than 1,500 attendees, described the groundbreaking as a pivotal moment in the country’s development.
“We moved from concept to blueprint, and today, from blueprint to breaking ground,” Mitchell said, acknowledging both the challenges and skepticism the project has faced. “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.”
Project sponsor Andrea St Bernard emphasized the broader significance of the initiative, noting that the project represents a long-term investment in the country’s resilience and future.
“This marks the beginning of a new era in healthcare for our nation,” she said. “Project Polaris reflects Grenada’s commitment to building a modern health system that meets today’s needs while preparing for future generations.”
The initiative is being developed with input from local stakeholders and international partners, including the Mount Sinai Health System, with a focus on delivering world-class care tailored to the realities of a small island state.
Beyond healthcare delivery, Project Polaris is also expected to position Grenada as a regional leader in sustainable, climate-resilient infrastructure and medical innovation. Officials say the development will open doors for collaboration in research, technology, and service delivery, while also creating opportunities for investment from the private sector and diaspora.
Mitchell also extended an invitation to global partners to participate in the project’s evolution.
“Grenada is no longer a passenger in the story of Caribbean development; it is a pilot,” he said. “We are setting a new standard for what small island states can achieve when they dare to dream big.”
Project Polaris stands as the government’s most ambitious healthcare initiative to date, aimed at strengthening national infrastructure and expanding access to modern medical services across the country and the wider Caribbean.
