The helipad was constructed in a portion of the parking lot beside the ambulance bay, bringing the landing area closer to the hospital's Emergency Department. Helicopters will approach the landing area over the fields west and east of the hospital. The portion of the parking used for the helipad was designated as reciprocal parking for Capital Health placard holders. These card holders will now park in south half of the west parking lot marked 'P5'. Prior to construction, the Grey Nuns undertook a public consultation process to address concerns of nearby residents.
Most people see it as part of the regular business for a hospital.