New 320-bed centre aims to address growing demand for senior care in Ontario
MARKHAM, Ont. — The Mon Sheong Foundation has officially opened the waitlist for its new long-term care facility in Markham, marking a significant milestone in the expansion of senior care capacity in Ontario.
As of April 21, 2026, applications are being accepted through Ontario Health atHome for placement at the Mon Sheong Markham Long-Term Care Centre, located at 30 Apple Creek Boulevard. The facility is expected to begin welcoming its first residents in fall 2026.
The launch of the waitlist comes amid continued pressure on Ontario’s long-term care system, where demand for beds has outpaced supply in many regions, particularly in fast-growing communities such as Markham.
Largest long-term care home in Markham
The new facility will be the first nursing home operated by Mon Sheong in Markham and the largest in the city, with a total capacity of 320 beds.
“Mon Sheong Markham Long-Term Care Centre is our first nursing home in Markham and the largest in the City, representing a pivotal step in expanding quality senior care to our community,” says Tim Kwan, Chairman of Mon Sheong Foundation. “Construction began in fall 2023 and is expected to wrap up this summer. The eleven-storey building will provide 320 new care beds, helping to ease the urgent demand for long-term care. The new long-term care facility is expected to be in operation in fall this year. We look forward to expanding our quality care services to more seniors in need.”
Construction on the 11-storey building began in late 2023 and is nearing completion, with final work expected to conclude in summer 2026. The project represents a major capital investment aimed at increasing long-term care capacity in the Greater Toronto Area.
Focus on modern design and infection control
The Mon Sheong Markham Long-Term Care Centre has been designed with a focus on resident-centred care, emphasizing safety, comfort, and modern infection prevention standards.
The facility will feature enhanced Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) measures, including individual heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) units in every resident room. This design approach reflects lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic, when infection control became a central concern in long-term care environments.
Residents will have access to en-suite washrooms in both basic and private accommodations, while most private rooms will also include en-suite shower facilities. According to the Foundation, these upgrades—though requiring higher construction costs and additional space—are intended to improve both safety and privacy for residents.
Centralized application process through Ontario Health atHome
Admissions to the new care home will be managed through Ontario’s centralized system, overseen by Ontario Health atHome. The organization coordinates placements across the province’s long-term care network.
Care coordinators will work directly with applicants, as well as their families and caregivers, to assess eligibility, identify suitable care options, and complete the application process. Placement decisions are based on care needs, availability, and applicant preferences.
The opening of the waitlist is an early step in preparing for the facility’s launch later this year, allowing prospective residents to secure a place in the queue ahead of opening.
Addressing a growing need
Ontario continues to face a shortage of long-term care beds, driven by an aging population and increasing life expectancy. New facilities such as the Mon Sheong Markham Long-Term Care Centre are part of broader provincial and community efforts to expand capacity and modernize infrastructure.
For Mon Sheong Foundation, the Markham project represents both a geographic expansion and a scaling up of services.
With its large capacity, updated design standards, and focus on resident well-being, the new centre is expected to play a key role in alleviating pressure on the region’s long-term care system when it opens later this year.