Minister of Health and Wellness Doug Currie announced Feb 28 that residents of the Margaret Stewart Ellis Home, O’Leary are enjoying the benefits of a recently added wing, as well as renovations and upgrades to the existing building. Eight new residents have moved into the home, increasing the number from 25 to 33. The upgraded design gives residents more space and privacy, and every resident has a private room and bathroom. Government invested approximately $2.5 million in the Margaret Stewart Ellis Home as part of its $65 million manor replacement program. Back row from left are: nurse manager Brian Chant and Margaret Stewart Ellis Home administrator John Martin. Front row from left are: Tourism and Culture Minister Robert Henderson, Margaret Stewart Ellis Home resident Emma MacWilliams and Minister of Health and Wellness Doug Currie. Cindy Chant photo