The high cost of healthy eating is an ongoing concern for many families and individuals in Ontario’s northern communities. It often leads to food insecurity, a situation in which people are unable to obtain a nutritious and culturally appropriate diet due to financial restrictions and other [Read more]
The Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) held its annual face-to-face Board of Directors meeting in Sudbury, Ontario on November 22 and 23, 2018. During the two-day meeting, Board members participated in several presentations and interactive sessions which included topics relating to the [Read more]
Thunder Bay District Health Unit and the Ontario Nurses’ Association (ONA), representing public health nurses, have reached a tentative collective agreement. “We are pleased to confirm that Thunder Bay District Health Unit has reached a tentative agreement with our public health nurses,” says [Read more]
THUNDER BAY, ON – According to a study by the TBDHU, 65% of homes in Oliver Paipoonge and 17% of homes in Marathon have high levels of radon. CLICK HERE: Prevalence of High Residential Radon in Two Communities within Thunder Bay District to download the study released this month by the [Read more]
Version française ci-dessous Public Service Announcement Northern Ontario School of Medicine hosting Concussions – Diagnosis and treatment: What You Need to Know The Continuing Education and Professional Development (CEPD) Office at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) is [Read more]
The North West LHIN Fall LHINkages Newsletter for 2018 which is now available on the LHIN website by clicking here. Highlights in this edition include: Moving through Transitions in Care Stories from Picture Your Health: Your Future Engagement Campaign Mental Health and Addictions: Wrap Around [Read more]
THUNDER BAY, ON – In an effort to open up our willingness to talk about dying and death, SE Health is collaborating with Lakehead University’s Centre for Education and Research on Aging & Health (CERAH), and St. Joseph’s Care Group, to bring The Reflection Room® to Thunder Bay this fall. [Read more]
NIPIGON, ON – Union Gas is proud to support Nipigon Volunteer Fire Department with a $1,500 grant to enhance firefighter communications. “At Union Gas, we relentlessly ensure the safety of our communities, customers, contractors, partners and employees,” said John Gould, supervisor [Read more]
SCHREIBER, ON – For the upcoming 2018/2019 winter season, the Township of Schreiber municipality will be offering snow removal services to eligible individuals, couples or families. Snow Removal Assistance Program Requirements (click to view PDF) Eligible Participants will be required to pay [Read more]
THUNDER BAY, ON – Lakehead University researchers are receiving more than $1.6 million from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) in support of 14 faculty research projects and four graduate student awards. Researchers will use this funding to explore new [Read more]
In preparation for the possibility of a labour disruption, the Thunder Bay District Health Unit (TBDHU) has initiated contingency planning for its programs and services. As a result of this planning, we regret that we will not be holding flu clinics in our District communities. This decision has [Read more]
The North West LHIN is pleased to present its Accomplishments 2017-2018 Report to the Community, in which the transformative achievements of the Integrated Health Service Plan 2016-2019 Year Two are highlighted. As the North West LHIN provides an update on accomplishments, it is a challenge to [Read more]
TERRACE BAY, ON – For the upcoming 2018-19 winter season, the Township of Terrace Bay will be offering snow removal services to eligible individuals, couples or families. To be eligible for the program, a household must meet one of the following requirements: 65 years of age or older and [Read more]
MANITOUWADGE, ON – Local residents applying for a CHRISTMAS HAMPER from the Manitouwadge Food Bank can pick up an application at the Food Bank during regular hours , Wednesdays beginning October 10th through to November 14th (with the exception of October 31st, food bank closed; see [Read more]
Sudbury Wolves Hockey Club team doctor to moderate, and players will share personal experiences with concussion The Continuing Education and Professional Development Office at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) is hosting Kids and Concussion: What You Need to Know, a public education [Read more]
