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2024-2025 RSV Program
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Older Adults - The 2024-2025 older adult program will continue into the spring so vaccine inventory will continue to be available for order to immunize eligible individuals.
Infants - The campaign has ended and will relaunch in fall 2025. Please see below…
Note: the following has been adapted from the Government of Ontario's Smoke-Free Ontario Act (2017) fact sheet: How the Act Affects: Specialty Vape Stores. Ce document est disponible en Français. Pour obtenir plus d'information, veuillez communiquez avec un agent avec le bureau de santé publique…
Ticks are Present in Thunder Bay and District
The percentage of blacklegged ticks In the City of Thunder Bay area infected with Borrelia burgdorferi (the causative agent of lyme Disease) is greater than 40% as of 2023.
The City of Thunder Bay and immediately surrounding area are…
Imagine a community that promotes a safe and supportive environment to talk about addictions and recovery.
Recovery saves lives and builds communities. During the month of September, communities across Canada celebrate the hope and reality of recovery from addiction and shine a light on the many…
NEW GUIDANCE as of May 2025 - Please review carefully
NEW resources: This page contains NEW guidance documents and NEW notification forms as updated in May 2025.
Online notification only: The notification forms for organizers, food vendors and pesonal services vendors are only avaiable…
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
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As of August 2024, the following organizations offer TB Skin Testing (TST). Please contact the facility regarding their hours of operation.
PLEASE CONTACT THE FACILITY REGARDING THEIR HOURS OF OPERATION AND THE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS TEST.
Open to the Public
The following table includes…
Walk, Broc and Roll (WBR) is a physical activity challenge to be used as part of the Northern Fruit and Vegetable Program.
The intent of the Northern Fruit and Vegetable Program is to support youth from JK-Grade 8 to develop positive relationships with food and physical activity by influencing…
Vaccines Orders not available for pick up on Thursday, May 22 before 1:30pm
TBDHU staff will be attending a staff recognition event on Thursday, May 22 until 1:30pm
Orders will be available after 1:30pm on Thursday OR on Friday, May 23
Contact TBDHU to make alternate arrangements if the above…
Our bodies need physical activity. Humans were designed to be on the move many hours of the day. However, today’s modern lifestyles and workplaces mean that we are moving less than ever. Becoming more physically active improves our overall health, builds strength, and makes us feel better…
Operating hours will be changed on May 22, 2025, due to staff training.
Thunder Bay office @ 999 Balmoral
Offices will be closed in the morning and re-open at 1:30pm
Red Rock Office
Closed on May 22
Terrace Bay Office
Closed on May 22
Marathon
Closed on May 22
Get Ready for the Active Commute Challenge – June 1–30!
Join workplaces across the City and District in the Active Commute Challenge (ACC) this June! Choose sustainable options like walking, biking, transit, carpooling, jogging, or rollerblading instead of driving alone. Track your trips,…
REPORT IMMEDIATELY
Report suspect or confirmed cases immediately by phone to Thunder Bay District Health Unit (TBDHU).
Do not wait for laboratory confirmation.
Call (807) 625-8318 or toll-free 1-888-294-6630, ext. 8318 (Monday-Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm).
After hours and on weekends…
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Opioids
Opioids are drugs that are used primarily to treat pain, Opioids can also induce euphoria (feeling high) and are sometimes used for this purpose. Opioids can be prescribed medications dispensed from a pharmacy or obtained through the illicit market. Some commonly used opioids include:…