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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…
This page will be updated as more information becomes available.
Cases:
To date, there have been no cases reported in Thunder Bay and District. However, there has been an increase in cases across Canada, including Toronto.
Vaccines for those eligible:
TBDHU strongly recommends getting a…
November, 2024 Updates
The outbreak modules are under review to reflect the recently updated Recommendations for Outbreak Prevention and Control in Institutions and Congregate Living Settings, 2024.
The revised modules will be uploaded once complete.
The modules were developed as an…
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…
FALL/WINTER Vaccines - For more information on each vaccine, including how to get vaccinated, visit the dedicated web pages:
COVID-19
Flu
RSV (protection for infants born in 2024 and high-risk older adults)
Find a pharmacy - Use the provincial pharmacy locator to find a pharmacy…
It is important to use the layers of protection approach to reduce the risk of illness. These layers will help to protect everyone, especially those who are at higher risk of developing severe outcomes from these viruses.
Each layer of protection helps prevent the spread of germs and when combined…
EXPERIENCING COVID-19 SYMPTOMS AND NEED A RECOMMENDATION ON WHAT TO DO NEXT? Use the self-assessment tool.
HAVE OTHER QUESTIONS? Contact a qualified health professional through Health Connect Ontario, 24 hours a day, seven days a week:
• visit Health811 online
• …
Updated January 2025
BOARD MEMBER
* denotes Executive Committee member at-large
APPOINTING MUNICIPALITY
Bold denotes appointing municipality
Contact Info
Grant Arnold
Townships of Conmee and O'Connor
garnold@conmee.com
Lucy…
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…
Procedural By-law (PDF)
BH-02-01 Orientation Policy (PDF)
BH-02-01 Orientation Procedure (PDF)
BH-02-02 Compensation Strategy (PDF)
BH-02-03 Continuing Education Policy (PDF)
BH-02-03 Continuing Education Procedure (PDF)
BH-02-04 Remuneration and Expense…
Updates
Guidance for 2024/2025 respiratory illness vaccines can be found on the following dedicated web pages:
Influenza
COVID-19
RSV
In this section, health care providers can access important information about public health as it pertains to their profession. Please note…
As of May 1st, 2018, “Reportable Diseases" are now referred to as "Diseases of Public Health Significance". Malaria and yellow fever are no longer reportable.
Download the full Diseases of Public Health Significance list.
Health care providers who suspect or have confirmation of the “Diseases of…
Reporting Obligations
Laboratory confirmed cases must be reported to the Thunder Bay District Health Unit by fax, phone or mail.
Fax: (807) 625-4822
Phone: 625-8318 or toll-free at 1-888-294-6630, ext. 8318
Mail: 999 Balmoral Street, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6E7
Annual Universal…
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,…