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The Thunder Bay District Health Unit charges fees for the following:
TBDHU Fees Table
Fee Description
Fee ($)
NSF Charge
$25.001
Freedom of Information Requests
Fees are charged in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act1
Information Systems…
Can Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding be used as a Method of Contraception (birth control)?
Yes. Breastfeeding/chestfeeding can be used for birth control, but only if you answer “Yes” to ALL of the four statements below:
My baby is less than 6 months old.
I have not had a period since my baby…
Lactation Clinic Info and Hours
What We Do
The TBDHU’s role is to:
Provide breastfeeding/chestfeeding support services to individuals in Thunder Bay and the District.
Ensure accurate, accessible information is available to pregnant people by providing one-on-one, online and in-person…
Collection of Personal Health Information
The Thunder Bay District Health Unit will only collect your personal health information directly from you, from a person acting on your behalf, or from other sources if we have obtained your consent to do so, or if the law permits.
The…
Babies' Day Out offers a comfortable, fun and inviting atmosphere for caregivers and their babies up to 12 months of age. We have informal discussions on helpful topics relevant to caring for a baby in their first year. Topics include healthy growth and development, infant care and parenting. Also…
Do you have a passion for public health and want to make a difference in your community?
The Thunder Bay District Health Unit offers a supportive, team-oriented environment. As part of an Interprofessional team, you’ll work closely with others in allied professions in all aspects of service…
The Caring for Mother Earth Project is a collaboration between the Anishinabek Nation and the Thunder Bay District Health Unit. The project aims to engage service providers, parents and the general public on the topics of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) prevention, children’s environmental,…
What Shapes People's Health?
It is important to have good health. We often hear about ways to improve our health and how good health will help us live a longer, better, and more enjoyable life. So how exactly do we achieve good health?
Good health is affected by the lifestyle choices we make,…
COVID-19 Vaccines
Evidence shows that mRNA COVID-19 vaccines are safe for people who are trying to get pregnant, are pregnant or are breastfeeding/chestfeeding. COVID-19 vaccines are recommended, at any stage in pregnancy (including first trimester), as COVID-19 infection during pregnancy can be…
We believe that everyone has the right to choose the birth control method that is right for them. Our role at the Thunder Bay District Health Unit’s Sexual Health Clinic is to:
Help provide birth control options and education.
Provide easier, low-cost access to certain types of birth control…
The Healthy Babies Healthy Children Program (HBHC) is a free and voluntary program that supports pregnant individuals and families with children 0-6 years of age. The HBHC Program can help you:
Have a healthy pregnancy.
Build a positive relationship with your child.
Promote your…
In accordance with the Municipal Act, 2001, the Board of Health has approved a User Fee Policy for goods and services for which a fee is charged.
DESCRIPTION
FEE
"In Good Hands" Online Safe food Handling Course1
$34.95*
In-Class Safe…
TBDHU, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre, and Anishnawbe Mushkiki have created not one, but TWO exciting in-person prenatal classes:
Feeding My Newborn and
Preparing For My Newborn
These Classes Are Completely FREE and Open to All Expectant Parents!
Prepare for the journey…
Strategic Priorities
Our strategic priorities reflect internal and external actions that will advance our organizational mission and vision. Specific goals have been identified for each priority.
Strategic Plan 2024-27
Year 1 Progress Report
expand_moreThriving Workforce
We…