AMHERSTBURG, Ont. — The Ontario government is moving ahead with a major long-term care redevelopment in Amherstburg, a project officials say will create more than 370 jobs and add 160 modernized beds to the region’s health-care system as the province continues its broader effort to expand long-term care capacity.
The new Chateau Park Long-Term Care Home, backed by nearly $35 million from the provincial Building Ontario Fund (BOF) and additional construction funding subsidies, is expected to replace an existing 59-bed facility in nearby Windsor while adding significant new capacity for seniors in Essex County.
Once completed, the redeveloped facility will house 160 residents, including 101 new beds beyond the existing capacity. The project forms part of the provincial government’s broader infrastructure and health-care strategy outlined in the 2025 Ontario Budget.
“Our government is improving long-term care by building more homes, hiring more staff and making historic investments to support families and protect their loved ones,” said Natalia Kusendova-Bashta, Minister of Long-Term Care. “We are building for the future to create good-paying jobs and support stronger, more resilient communities. Today marks a significant milestone for Amherstburg, once construction is complete, 160 residents will have a new home where they can receive the care they need, when they need it.”
The project is scheduled for completion in the summer of 2027 and is expected to generate a mix of construction and permanent employment opportunities. Provincial officials estimate roughly 130 construction jobs will be created during development, while the completed facility will support more than 200 long-term care positions.
Of those roles, more than 120 will be full-time and roughly 90 will be part-time positions across nursing, personal support work, dietary services, programming and administration. In addition, about 90 jobs currently tied to the existing Windsor facility will be retained once operations shift to Amherstburg.
Ontario’s Ministry of Long-Term Care said the project aligns with the province’s commitment to build or upgrade 58,000 long-term care beds across Ontario.
The new facility will be organized around five “resident home areas,” each designed to create smaller, more familiar living environments accommodating up to 32 residents. Each area will feature its own dining space, lounges, activity areas and bedrooms.
Other planned amenities include therapy rooms, activity spaces with natural light, multiple courtyards, a beauty salon and a worship room.
Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy said the project illustrates how provincial infrastructure funding can help bring new developments forward, particularly in smaller communities.
“As we continue to prioritize the well-being of communities across the province, our government is proud of the work being achieved through the Building Ontario Fund to invest in critical infrastructure projects that better support Ontario families and their loved ones. Thanks to these investments, more projects like Chateau Park Long-Term Care Home are able to move forward — maximizing tax dollars’ value to build projects that might not otherwise have been built.”
Labour Minister David Piccini also highlighted the project’s job creation potential, noting the role skilled trades and health-care workers will play in building and operating the facility.
“Delivering modern health-care infrastructure starts with the skilled workers who build and support it. This redevelopment will create hundreds of good-paying jobs for skilled tradespeople and health-care professionals while delivering 160 modern long-term care beds for seniors in Amherstburg. By investing in projects like this, our government is protecting Ontario’s health-care system, supporting our world-class workforce and building the facilities that communities need for the future.”
Local officials say the redevelopment will help seniors remain closer to their families and communities as demand for long-term care continues to grow.
“I am very pleased that the government is investing in a new long-term care home in Amherstburg, so that people who are ready for it can find the home they need. This will allow people who grew up and retired in Amherstburg to stay close to their family and close to their friends,” said Anthony Leardi, MPP for Essex.
Amherstburg Mayor Michael Prue said the facility will become an important community institution once complete.
“The people of Amherstburg are both very proud and very happy to have the new Chateau Park Long-Term Care Home in our community. Every day we are witnessing this new building (which will accommodate 160 local residents and about 240 staff) rise from the ground. It will be a symbol of our civic pride as we move forward to make Amherstburg a stronger and more vibrant town. Thank you to both Chateau Park and the Government of Ontario for your support of our seniors.”
The home will be located at 140 Fryer Street in Amherstburg and operated by DTOC Long Term Care LP. Financing includes support from the Building Ontario Fund in partnership with Manulife, alongside development work by Arch Corporation.
Industry partners say the project reflects efforts to unlock institutional investment in long-term care developments, particularly in rural communities.
“We’re proud to be doing our part to help expand access to modern long-term care spaces across Ontario. In the coming months, we will be opening three newly redeveloped homes and are continuing with construction on four more homes (including Erie Shores Residence in Amherstburg). Collectively, these projects will help more Ontario seniors access modern homes that deliver high-quality care, in settings where residents, families and our teams can work together to shape care journeys that reflect each person’s unique needs. We’re grateful for the support we’ve received from the Province of Ontario, Building Ontario Fund and our municipal partners, which is helping make this progress possible,” said Dan Argiros on behalf of Riverdale Living.
Michael Fedchyshyn, CEO of the Building Ontario Fund, added that the project demonstrates how bundling multiple developments can attract larger pools of capital.
“Financing smaller long-term care homes that we find in rural communities throughout Ontario presents unique challenges. By bundling four Arch properties together, we were able to bring institutional capital to the table to see new homes built in Prescott, Tay Valley Township, Lancaster and right here in Amherstburg. These homes will not only provide expanded, high-quality care for our seniors but also serve as significant centres of employment in their communities.”
As of January 2026, the province said 164 long-term care development projects representing nearly 25,900 new or redeveloped beds have either been completed, are under construction or have received approval to proceed.