Location
In Halifax’s medical district, the IWK Health Centre provides specialized care for women, children, and youth across Atlantic Canada. The campus is integrated with neighbouring hospitals and universities, supporting seamless referrals and family access via transit and walkable routes.
Services
Services include neonatal and pediatric intensive care, obstetrics, gynecology, surgical programs, and comprehensive outpatient clinics. Family-centred design keeps parents involved in care planning, while child-life specialists, social workers, and mental health teams support developmentally appropriate care.
Community
The IWK leads research, education, and prevention programs—from car-seat safety to immunization outreach. Its foundations and volunteers fund family supports, quiet spaces, and practical needs for long stays, strengthening the safety net for Maritime families.
Location: 44.6377282, -63.5836986
Tags:
– House Number: 5850/5980
– Amenity: Hospital
– emergency: yes
– Healthcare: Hospital
– Specialty: paediatrics
– Name: IWK Health Centre
– Source: CanVec 6.0 – NRCan
– Accessible Restroom: Yes
– Wheelchair Accessible: Wheelchair Accessible
– Wikidata: Q14875689
– Wikipedia: English Wikipedia – IWK Health Centre
– Street: University Avenue
– City: Halifax