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1 in 4 school-aged children in Canada has a vision problem.

Children need healthy eyes to learn, read, write, see the board, be active and stay safe. It can be difficult to spot vision problems in children and left untreated, vision problems can affect a child's eye health for life…

On Monday, April 8, 2024, there will be a total solar eclipse in parts of Ontario when the Moon travels between the Sun and the Earth.

The Thunder Bay District will only experience a partial solar eclipse, when the Moon will block part of the Sun around 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm (Eastern time). During…

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Children's visual health is vital for their overall development, learning and well-being. Undetected vision issues in children can impact their ability to explore their environment, succeed in school and engage in everyday activities. It is important for caregivers to understand how to spot vision…

The Thunder Bay District is a lively Northwestern community that is constantly changing and growing. This profile of the Thunder Bay District will help us to better understand how the population experiences the social determinants of health and allow us to follow population changes over time.
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About the Conference
The annual Harm Reduction Conference is presented by the Thunder Bay District Health Unit with the support of the Thunder Bay Drug Strategy. The goals of the conference are to:

Provide a forum for the safe and open exchange of ideas
Share strategies and technical information…

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July 29, 2025


Adverse Event Following Immunization (AEFI) – Updates to reporting form and fact sheet
World Hepatitis Day 2025
Save the Date: Harm Reduction Conference 2025
WEBINAR RECORDING: Understanding brain…

COPIED FROM NISHNAWBE-ASKI POLICE OFFICER SAFETY BULLETIN

The Nishnawbe Aski Police Service (NAPS) are issuing a warning regarding the distribution of illegal street drugs, specifically, Percocet Pills (Oxycodone).

A significant quantity of drugs held out to be Percocet Pills were recently…

COPIED FROM NISHNAWBE-ASKI POLICE OFFICER SAFETY BULLETIN

November 9, 2018 - The Nishnawbe Aski Police Service (NAPS) are issuing a public safety warning regarding the distribution of Illegal Street drugs, specifically, Percocet Pills (Oxycodone).

A quantity of drugs held out to be Percocet…

Purpose of this Advisory

October 12, 2022 - We have been advised by Norwest CHC (via the Lifeguard App) that multiple people have overdosed on Royal Blue Dope (fentanyl), reportedly a very strong substance.



 

Harm Reduction


If you use drugs, start with a smaller amount (start low, go…

Eclipse safety guidelines from the Canadian Optometrists Association. Be safe for the eclipse on April 8, 2024!