Tuesday, May 7, 2013

Riverside Awaits More Information On Sprinkler Mandate

Riverside Health Care Facilities says it will be watching for more details on the province's plans to mandate sprinklers in all homes for seniors and people with disabilities.

Premier Kathleen Wynne says legislation will be unveiled next week.

Rainycrest Long Term Care in Fort Frances currently has no sprinklers.

Riverside Chief Administrative Officer Allan Katz says they're be awaiting further direction including what financial support will be available to meet the requirements.