KINGSTON — Ontario has officially opened Extendicare Limestone Ridge, a new long-term care facility in Kingston that brings 192 modern beds and expanded services to the region’s aging population. The home includes 150 redeveloped beds and 42 new ones, and marks a milestone in the province’s strategy to rebuild and expand long-term care across Ontario.
“This opening is great news for residents of Kingston and is part of our plan to protect seniors and increase access to world-class care across our province,” said John Jordan, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Long-Term Care, at the opening ceremony.
Previously known as Extendicare Kingston, the redeveloped home is built around a resident-focused model, featuring six self-contained Resident Home Areas (RHAs). Each RHA is designed to create a familiar and intimate environment for up to 32 residents and includes dedicated dining areas, activity spaces, spa rooms, and private amenities.
Beyond standard care, Extendicare Limestone Ridge offers enhanced services in restorative and palliative care. Residents and their families will also benefit from amenities such as a café and country kitchen, a chapel, family dining areas, and a full-service beauty salon and barber shop.
The project is part of Ontario’s broader commitment to build and redevelop 58,000 long-term care beds under the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021, and aligns with the 2025 Ontario Budget’s plan to protect seniors and improve quality of life.
“The opening of Extendicare Limestone Ridge marks a meaningful step forward for our community,” said Kingston Mayor Bryan Paterson. “This new long-term care home reflects our shared commitment to providing Kingston’s seniors with the dignity, comfort, and quality care they deserve.”
Extendicare’s CEO Dr. Michael Guerriere echoed that sentiment, highlighting the importance of modern facilities in delivering compassionate, high-quality care. “This new home reflects what modernized long-term care should be—welcoming, comfortable spaces, where residents feel at home.”
Across Ontario, 147 long-term care projects totaling nearly 24,000 new and upgraded beds are either complete, under construction, or approved for development. The province is also launching a new construction funding program to accelerate builds, with strategies such as repurposing surplus public lands and partnering with hospitals to expand access in densely populated areas.
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