Story 3: The Grenade Incident

On November 4, 1993, a grenade was brought into Queensway Carleton Hospital's Emergency Department. Marlene Ghattas (Retired Emergency Director), Brenda Edwards and Sheila Armitage (Retired ED Nurses) reflect on their experience leading the evacuation and keeping patients safe. Dr. Andrew Falconer was present, guiding the conversations between the Nepean Police and the man with the grenade.

Uncovering the past: Marlene Ghattas, Sheila Armitage, and Brenda Edwards (left to right) are sifting through archival boxes to put together the full, fascinating history of QCH.

The Nepean Police stand ready in front of Queensway Carleton Hospital’s Emergency Department. November 4, 1993.