Bowmanville Hospital Redevelopment Parking and Access

Parking changes are anticipated to begin in November 2026.

Parking at Bowmanville Hospital is changing to make way for construction of the redeveloped hospital. A large part of the existing parking area will become a construction site, requiring new and temporary parking arrangements throughout redevelopment.

New parking arrangements are anticipated to begin in November 2026. Please check this page regularly for the latest Bowmanville Hospital parking and access information.

What’s Changing

Parking will continue to be available at and around Bowmanville Hospital through a combination of existing and new parking areas.

The temporary parking arrangements will include:

- Parking at the existing Bowmanville Hospital site.
- A new parking lot on Queen Street.
- A new temporary staff lot at 2 Church St.

Accessible and Priority Parking

Accessible and priority access to Bowmanville Hospital will be maintained throughout the transition.

Accessible parking will remain at the existing hospital site, closest to the hospital.

A limited number of short-stay spaces will also remain available for urgent or priority needs.

Parking Lot Safety

Lakeridge Health parking lots are for the exclusive use of Lakeridge Team members with parking permits and visitors paying for parking. For safety, children and adults alike should avoid using any parking lot as a passage route and should instead use appropriate designated walkways and sidewalks.

What Happens Next

Planning continues for the transition to the new parking arrangements. As details are confirmed, this page will be updated with additional information to help team members, patients, families and visitors prepare for the changes.

Parking Updates

October 9, 2026 - Notice to Neighbours: Construction Activity at 2 Church Street

As work continues to prepare the temporary staff parking lot at 2 Church Street in support of the Bowmanville Hospital Redevelopment, residents should be aware that construction activity will take place over the coming several weeks and is scheduled for completion by November 5, 2026.

Construction activity at the site is expected to continue through to November 5, 2026.

While most work will continue to take place on weekdays, some additional weekend work may be required, in accordance with applicable municipal bylaws including on Saturday October 10, 2026. Nearby residents may experience dust, construction noise, and vibration while the work is underway.

We recognize that construction activity can be disruptive and appreciate the patience of our neighbours. Lakeridge Health and its project partners will continue to monitor activity and impacts on the surrounding community.

We will also keep our online construction notices up to date with information about upcoming work and any changes that may affect nearby residents. For the latest updates, visit lh.ca/parkingupdates.

Questions or concerns can be directed to communications@lh.ca

Questions and Answers

Find answers to common questions about parking and access changes at Bowmanville Hospital.

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2 Church Street Why is the temporary staff parking lot needed?

The temporary staff parking lot at 2 Church Street is needed to help keep Bowmanville Hospital operating throughout construction of the upcoming redevelopment. The lot is for Lakeridge Health staff only.

As construction progresses, existing parking areas at Bowmanville Hospital will be affected. Moving staff parking to the temporary staff lot will help maintain parking capacity and access at and around the hospital for patients, visitors and others accessing care while we build the expanded Bowmanville Hospital.

2 Church Street How is the Fletcher heritage tree being protected?

The designated Fletcher heritage tree is located on the 2 Church Street property where the temporary staff parking lot is being developed.

Protecting the tree has been an important part of planning for the site. Measures are being put in place to protect it during construction, including protective fencing and a designated protection zone.

2 Church Street How will construction impacts on neighbouring residents be minimized while the temporary staff lot at 2 Church Street is being built?

We know neighbours near the temporary staff parking lot at 2 Church Street will experience construction in a very direct way. As work moves forward, we will continue working with our project team and construction partners to minimize disruption wherever possible and respond to concerns raised by residents.

We are also committed to keeping neighbours informed about upcoming construction activity that may affect the surrounding community.

How will Lakeridge Health stay connected with the community?

Lakeridge Health will continue to share information with the community as redevelopment and related construction move forward. Updates will include information about upcoming construction activity, parking and access changes, timing, and other impacts that may affect residents and hospital users.

Our construction partner will also be involved in coordinating public information and community engagement related to construction. Together, we will provide opportunities for residents to ask questions, share feedback and raise concerns as work progresses.

This webpage will continue to be updated as new information becomes available.

2 Church Street What is being done about traffic and safety in the neighbourhood?

Safety is an important consideration in planning the temporary staff parking lot at 2 Church Street. The lot is for Lakeridge Health staff only.

Site access, traffic flow and pedestrian safety have been considered in the design and implementation of the temporary staff lot. Lakeridge Health will continue to monitor its operation and address concerns as appropriate.