The Thunder Bay District Health Unit partners with schools and school boards to support healthy learning environments, student well-being, and lifelong healthy habits.
Using a Comprehensive School Health approach, we work collaboratively with educators, administrators, students, families, and community partners to address local health priorities and build school communities where students can thrive.
School Health services and supports are available across the Thunder Bay District and may include health promotion planning, public health nursing support, student engagement initiatives, classroom resources, and evidence-informed programs.
School Health Services
Schools can access a variety of services, supports, and resources through the Children, Youth and Families Team.
Public Health Nurse Supports
- Connect with your school's assigned Public Health Nurse for consultation, planning support, resources, and school health initiatives.
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School Health Programs
The Children, Youth and Families Team supports several programs that help promote student well-being, leadership, healthy relationships, and informed decision-making.
Youth Wellness Champions
- A student-led wellness initiative that empowers youth to identify priorities, take meaningful action, and promote well-being within their school communities.
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Healthy Youth Relationships for Youth, Parents and Professionals
- The PPHYR program provides youth, families, and professionals with resources and supports to promote healthy relationships, consent, and gender-based violence prevention.
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Smoking/Vaping Enforcement Program
- Provides learning opportunities and resources that help students make informed decisions related to smoking, vaping, nicotine use, substance use prevention, and other health topics.
For more information contact enforcement@tbdhu.com
Resources & Tools
Access practical resources to support student health and well-being throughout the school year.
Teacher Tid-Bites
- A monthly nutrition-focused e-bulletin featuring classroom-ready ideas, food literacy resources, and curriculum connections.
Teacher Tid-Bites
FAQs & Resources
- Find answers to common school health questions and access educator, family, and school health resources.
FAQs & Resources
Health Topics
Looking for information on a specific health topic?
- Active Transportation
- Immunizations & Vaccines
- Oral Health
- Eating, Nutrition & Food
- Physical Activity
- Sexual Health
Contact Us
Children, Youth and Families
Thunder Bay District Health Unit
(807) 625-5900 or 1-888-294-6630
schools@tbdhu.com
www.tbdhu.com/school-health