[3] With the development of antibiotics and vaccines for tuberculosis, the need for a sanatorium diminished.

[4] The building had deteriorated to the point where it was not cost-effective to retain it as a medical facility.

This led the province to engage in a public consultation to determine if other uses for the building could be found.

[6] The grass bowl area in front of the building still remains as park land.

The Bowerman House, used as the residence for the sanatorium superintendent, remains and was declared a municipal heritage property.