The pages accessible in English concern access to services and security in regard with health and social services, in accordance with the Charter of the French language regulations. 

Accessibility online and in the facilities

- Project ALLO - Staff and volunteers wearing a yellow card holder can speak English and help you find your way around the facilities.- 
- Interpreter services - To obtain the services of an interpreter, speak with your doctor or staff when scheduling an appointment.- 
- Service navigators and liaison officer - In order to support and accompany Indigenous people in their care and service experience and promote mutual understanding of the information exchanged between caregivers and patients, there is a resource available in Val-d'Or.
- Translate a Web page - If a page is available only in French, you can translate it in your browser. Click right on the page and look for the translation button.
- Need help? Google Chrome – Microsoft Edge – Safari

I Am Going to Give Birth

The big day is coming soon! 

Is your baby’s birth just around the corner? Are you feeling your contractions? Hospitals in the area will welcome you with the help and support of professionals you need. 

To reach this service, consult the list of our facilities under the heading "Hospitals". 

Suggestions of items to bring:

 For the mother

  • Your health insurance card; 
  • Extended health insurance documents; 
  • Comfortable clothes, if you don't want to wear a jacket; 
  • Warm socks; 
  • Massage oil; 
  • Lip balm; 
  • Your pillow, if you wish; 
  • Sleepwear; 
  • A dressing gown and slippers; 
  • Underwear; 
  • A nursing bra; 
  • Nursing compresses; 
  • Tissues; 
  • Your toiletry bag; 
  • Large sanitary napkins; 
  • Clothes for the outing; 
  • A list of your medications, if you are taking them. 

For babies 

  • Diapers; 
  • Pajamas; 
  • Small tank tops; 
  • A beanie; 
  • An outing garment adapted to the season; 
  • A regulation car seat (mandatory to leave the hospital); 
  • A blanket. 

For the father

  • Comfortable clothing and footwear; 
  • Food and beverages; 
  • A camera, if desired; 
  • Reading; 
  • Your toiletry bag; 
  • Your pillow, nighttime clothes and a change of clothes if you plan to sleep on the premises.