Stellar-certified Health-care Facilities

• Grace Dart Extended Care Centre
• Specialized Dementia Unit at University Health Network (UHN)

In November 2024, the Grace Dart Extended Care Centre in Montreal was awarded Stellar Certification with Advanced Standing. The results of implementing the Stellar standards for this inaugural recipient were astounding and transformative!

• 89% of staff feel they have the opportunity to influence clinical practice 
• 88% of staff feel their views are heard by leadership 
• 97% of staff feel they have opportunities to learn and grow
• 89% of regulated nurses said that the direct-care team works together to optimize their skill mix to ensure it provides the care required by individuals living in the long-term care home
• 92% note that moral distress events are addressed 
• 94% of nurses believe their teams are properly optimized to provide high-quality care

Stellar outcomes

• 100% retention of nursing staff and 6% of new nurses (RNs, LPNs) recruited

On April 2, 2025, the Specialized Dementia Unit at University Health Network (UHN) was awarded Stellar Certification with Excellent Standing. This recognition highlights UHN’s commitment to creating safe, supportive, and empowering work environments for nurses and delivering high-quality care for patients with complex needs.

• 95% of staff feel they have the opportunity to influence clinical practice
• 90% of staff feel their views are heard by leadership
• 95% of staff feel they have opportunities to learn and grow
• 100% of regulated nurses said that the direct-care team works together to optimize their skill mix to ensure it provides the care required by the patient
• 90% note that moral distress events are addressed
• 95% of nurses believe their teams are properly optimized to provide high-quality care