PLEASE NOTE: This page provides up to date information about active outbreaks within the Thunder Bay and District.
An outbreak is declared in a facility when there is a higher than normal rate of respiratory or gastrointestinal symptoms among the residents. The public are notified through this page to make sure the many individuals who visit these facilities are aware before they go.
To reduce the spread of illness, it is important to follow the signage posted by the facility as well as all recommendations from staff about personal protective equipment (e.g. masks).
Finally, please avoid visits to any Long-term Care or Retirement Home when you are feeling sick to avoid spreading illness to the residents.
Outbreaks are updated on our website Monday through Friday (excluding statutory holidays).
Outbreaks will be removed from this page one week after an outbreak is declared over.
Outbreaks in Effect
Updated: December 20, 2024
| Facility Name | Virus Type | Affected Area(s) | Date Declared | Date Declared Over |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hogarth Riverview Manor | Respiratory | 6 South - Tulip Resident Home Area | December 20, 2024 | |
| St. Joseph's Hospital | Respiratory (COVID-19) | 3 South - Rehabilitative Care Services | December 19, 2024 | |
| Pioneer Ridge | Respiratory | Home Area 1 | December 16, 2024 | |
| Hogarth Riverview Manor | Respiratory (COVID-19) | 4 North - Iris Resident Home Area | December 16, 2024 | |
| Hogarth Riverview Manor | Respiratory (COVID-19) | 4 South - Lilac Resident Home Area | December 16, 2024 | |
| Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Center | Respiratory (COVID-19) | 1A Oncology | December 11, 2024 | December 19, 2024 |
| St. Joseph's Heritage | Respiratory (COVID-19) | Bethammi Nursing Home 3rd Floor | December 11, 2024 | |
| St. Joseph's Hospital | Respiratory (COVID-19) | 2 South - Medically Complex Services | December 19, 2024 | |
| St. Joseph's Hospital | Respiratory (COVID-19) | 2 North - Medically Complex Services | December 10, 2024 | |
| Hogarth Riverview Manor | Respiratory (COVID-19) | 5 North - Marigold Resident Home Area | December 11, 2024 | |
| Hogarth Riverview Manor | Respiratory (COVID-19) | 5 South - Orchid Resident Home Area | December 9, 2024 |
TBDHU recommends layers of protection to reduce the risk of getting and spreading infections by:
- Monitor for symptoms and stay home if sick to avoid spreading infections to others.
- Wear a well-fitted mask in indoor spaces, especially when around vulnerable people or when recovering from illness.
- Stay up to date on all vaccines including the seasonal flu shot and all doses of COVID-19 vaccines.
- Wash hands often, for at least 15 seconds with soap and warm water, or by using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
- Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or elbow and put tissues in the garbage right away.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces.
- Keep indoor spaces well ventilated (i.e. open windows).
- Be familiar with the Ontario screening tool, to self-assess and know what to do next.
For Further Information
Call the Infectious Disease or Environmental Health Programs: (807) 625-5900
or toll-free 1-888-294-6630