Dr. Thierry Daboval, appointed Chief of Staff of Hôpital Montfort

Ontario’s Health Services Restructuring Commission recommends closure of Hôpital Montfort.
Creation of the SOS Montfort movement, led by Gisèle Lalonde, to save the hospital from closure.
Close to 10 000 people fill the room during the Grand Ralliement solidarity rally, with songs, music and speeches.
The Commission postpones its final decision on hospital closings in Ottawa.
Unveiling of the SOS Montfort Resistance Monument.
The Commission announces that Hôpital Montfort will remain open and retain its own administration.
The laneway leading up to the hospital is renamed “Avenue du 22 mars” to mark the anniversary of the Grand Ralliement solidarity rally.
The SOS Montfort Fund campaign is launched.
Montfort’s cause is defended by Ronald Caza before three judges of the Ontario Divisional Court, before a packed courtroom.