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Unlike some Canadian provinces and other developed nations, Ontario currently lacks a coordinated surveillance system for child and youth health. The Children Count report examines this issue through a comprehensive survey with Ontario public health units and key informant interviews with…
This guideline provides infection control guidelines for child care facilities licensed for more than 5 children.
Updated: April 2023
This resource was developed by the Thunder Bay District Health Unit for use by licensed child care centres to provide guidelines for safe food handling practices in child care centre kitchens. Updated June 2022.
Many homeowners in the Thunder Bay District rely upon septic systems, or onsite sewage treatment systems, to treat and disperse their sanitary wastewater.
Approval for in-ground sewage treatment and dispersal is required in all parts of Ontario, including the unorganized lands.
TBDHU…
This document describes the immunization guidelines that must be in place for licensed child care operators.
Welcome to Bump to Baby!
A FREE online prenatal program developed by public health professionals through Southeast Public Health Unit. Expectant parents can learn about pregnancy, labour and birth, and caring for a newborn!
Engaging videos & interactive tools
Up-to-date, evidence-based…
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. NOTE:Cash, cheque, VISA, MASTERCARD and Interac acceptedPlease make cheque payable to "Thunder Bay District Health Unit"There is a…
The TBDHU provides support to health care providers in a variety of ways:
Supplying Ontario's Publicly Funded vaccines according to the Immunization Schedules (updated June 2022) as well as COVID-19 vaccines
Ensuring vaccine providers follow Ontario’s vaccine storage…
Special Event Notification Required
- Visit TBDHU.com/specialevents where you will find all of the information required if you or your business is providing any body art or salon services at a special event like a festival or fair where these services will be available to the general public.
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Strong early relationships with parents and caregivers lay the foundation for how children see themselves, handle stress, and connect with others throughout life. The Circle of Security Parenting (COSP) program helps parents and caregivers strengthen these relationships by focusing on understanding…