The Cowichan District Hospital replacement project has reached another visible milestone with new signage installed at the site in North Cowichan, B.C.
The signs officially display the name Quw’utsun Valley Hospital, or Quw’utsun Hulitun-ew’t-hw, above the west entrance on Bell McKinnon Road as construction continues toward a planned opening in 2027.
It is the first permanent nameplate placed on the building.
The Hul’q’umi’num’ name was gifted by Cowichan Tribes elders and language keepers and means “Cowichan place of giving life.”
Project leaders said the signage reflects collaboration and progress as the hospital moves closer to opening its doors.
