Algoma Public Health
294 Willow Avenue P6B 0A9 Sault Sainte Marie, ON, Canada

Special Notice to Community Members The Vaccination rollout for community members today will be moved to the Garden River Recreation Center. Reminder: please ...ensure you have a T-shirt for access to the area where the vaccination will be administered and a mask as per the guidelines set out by the province. The side door of the Recreation Center will be the access entry to the stations. Schedules and appointments will remain the same for today. Staff will be onsite to ensure you are directed to the proper areas. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

Update (7:24 pm) - our website is currently down. All information for this case has been posted below. ______ We are reporting 1 new case of COVID-19 (#201) from Sault Ste. Marie and area. ... Through contact tracing, Algoma Public Health notifies all close contacts directly. If you are not contacted by Algoma Public Health you are not considered a close contact. Case: #201 Exposure: Close contact Status: Self-isolating Tested: March 10, 2021 Algoma regions with COVID-19 cases reported in the past 14 days include: - Central and East Algoma - Elliot Lake and area - Sault Ste. Marie and area We all need to take action to protect ourselves and our community. Stay home if you're sick Keep two metres distance from people you don’t live with Avoid non-essential travel Wash your hands frequently Wear your face covering Remember to practice kindness

The COVID-19 virus is still circulating all around us with different regions having different levels of COVID-19. Public Health Sudbury & Districts will move to Grey-Lockdown on Friday, March 12, 2021, at 12:01 a.m. The virus doesn’t travel, people do.... Avoid all non-essential travel. Stay safe. Stay local.

Our first vaccine of the day!! Looking forward to seeing everyone at their appointments!

The Province of Ontario has extended Northern Ontario's shutdown until January 23, 2021. This includes all northern public health units including Algoma. Learn more: https://news.ontario.ca//ontario-extends-teacher-led-onlin

UPDATE (January 8th, 9:30 AM) - Emails and phone lines are now operational ------ UPDATE (January 8th, 8:30 AM) - Power has been restored, however, emails and phone lines are not operational at this time. ---------- (January 7th) - Our office in Elliot Lake is experiencing a power outage and will be temporarily closed at this time.

Algoma Public Health has declared an outbreak at Great Northern Retirement Home (GNRH) in Sault Ste. Marie following confirmation of COVID-19 in one staff member. APH is working closely with GNRH’s care team to take further preventive actions to protect staff and residents. At this time, the staff member remains in isolation to prevent further transmission. Surveillance testing of GNRH staff and residents is in the process of being completed. ... Learn more: http://www.algomapublichealth.com//covid-19-outbreak-decl/

Still confused about Ontario's Stay-at-Home Order? You're not alone. Here's the short of it. Learn more: https://www.ontario.ca/page/emergency-information

Just a cold, flu, or migraine? Maybe. Or maybe not. Why take the chance without a test result, there's no way to know for sure. If you feel unwell, don't take that chance. Stay home. Get tested.

We are reporting 8 new cases of #COVID19 in Algoma (cases #129 - #136). Seven cases are from Central and East Algoma and 1 case is from Elliot Lake and area. Through contact tracing, Algoma Public Health notifies all close contacts directly. If you are not contacted by Algoma Public Health, you are not considered a close contact.... Learn more: http://www.algomapublichealth.com//psa-8-new-confirmed-ca/ We all need to remember that each confirmed case of #COVID19 is a person. They should not be blamed or be the target of negative social media posts. Anyone can catch a virus, including #COVID19. Effective Thursday, January 14, 2021 at 12:01 a.m., the government has issued a stay-at-home order requiring everyone to remain at home with exceptions for essential purposes such as going to the grocery store or pharmacy, accessing health care services, for exercise or for essential work. In addition to limiting outings to essential trips, all businesses must ensure that any employee who can work from home, does work from home.

Update: January 7, 2021, 8:45 a.m. We have updated the flight information. The flight number should be Air Canada flight AC 8325. ________ ... Algoma Public Health is reporting 10 (ten) new cases of COVID-19 (#95 - #104). All cases are from Sault Ste. Marie and area. Additionally, anyone who travelled on the flight below, in the indicated rows should contact Algoma Public Health at 705-759-5404 (toll-free 1-866-892-0172, ext. 5404) or their local public health unit. Flight Date: December 28, 2020 Air Canada flight AC 8325 from Toronto to Sault Ste. Marie, passengers in rows 3-9 and flight crew that may have served these rows are considered close contacts. Learn more: http://www.algomapublichealth.com//psa-10-new-confirmed-c/ By law, during the provincewide shutdown, indoor gatherings of any size are not permitted with people who are not a part of the same household. This means: Families should not visit any other household or allow visitors in their homes Individuals who live alone and single parents may consider having exclusive, close contact with another household to help reduce the negative impacts of social isolation We all need to take action to protect ourselves and our community. Stay home if you're sick Keep two metres distance from people you don’t live with Avoid non-essential travel Wash your hands frequently Wear your face covering

We have received a number of questions about COVID-19 in a school setting. We have not identified a school to be a setting of COVID-19 transmission at this time. If there is no exposure risk identified to the school environment, APH does not release identifying information about a case. ... Q: If someone in my child’s school tests positive for COVID-19 do I need to get my child tested? If someone from a school setting tests positive for COVID-19 and your child is not considered a close contact, you do not need to have your child tested or keep them home from school (want to avoid confusion with the stay at home order). Algoma Public Health will reach out to parents directly if it is determined that their child is considered a close contact and provide advice on if and when testing is necessary. Q: What happens when there is an outbreak in a school? If an outbreak in a school is confirmed, Algoma Public Health staff would reach out directly to parents of close contacts to let them know and help them with the next steps which include staying home, monitoring for symptoms and present for testing when it’s appropriate. APH would continue to investigate to determine any other close contacts and monitor the situation until an outbreak can be declared over, including if a classroom and or the entire school would need to be closed.

Every setback is a setup for a comeback - continue to do what it takes to curb the spread of COVID-19. We've done it before and can do it again. Protect each other, stay home! Stay home. Save lives. Wash your hands often.... We are in this together.

If you need a pick-me-up today today, we got you covered. Donald Fisher, commonly known as Scotty, in the Wiikwemkoong First Nation, was selected as the first recipient of the COVID-19 vaccine in the region. He is a 94 year old WW2 veteran who served in the 1st Canadian Airborne Battalion. Great news Wikwemikong Nursing Home!... Encouraging signs of things to come.

All new moms want to be the best mom they possibly can be. When your baby is hard to sooth, it is easy to feel overwhelmed. Remember, being a mom is about having the connection with your baby that no one else has. #ConnectionnotPerfection #CPNPcelebrating25years

Let's stay optimistic! Let's continue to follow the lead of the Town of Blind River, one of our Reopen Safely Champions. Learn more about a community that stands united in the fight against COVID-19. Thanks for all that you do! --------... Get to know some of our other Public Health Champions: www.algomapublichealth.com/meetourchampions See more

We are reporting 2 new confirmed cases of #COVID19 in Algoma (cases #59 and #60). Through contact tracing, Algoma Public Health notifies all close contacts directly. If you are not contacted by Algoma Public Health, you are not considered a close contact. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3q1qimy... We all need to remember that each confirmed case of #COVID19 is a person. They should not be blamed or be the target of negative social media posts. Anyone can catch a virus, including #COVID19. We all need to take action to protect ourselves and our community. Stay home if you're sick Keep two metres distance from people you don’t live with Avoid non-essential travel Wash your hands frequently Wear your face covering Remember to practice kindness

Let’s Be Social! Connect with loved ones to talk about important topics like how to prevent a fall from happening.

We have received a lot of questions about, what is a close contact? Transmission of the virus occurs when there is close contact with a person who has COVID-19. Through contact tracing, Algoma Public Health notifies all close contacts directly. If you are not contacted by Algoma Public Health, you are not considered a close contact.... Learn more: https://bit.ly/3bBHAlK

Join our team. We are hiring. - Administrative Assistant - Financial Analyst - Parent Child Advisor - Elliot Lake... - Public Health Nurse Full details here: http://bit.ly/PublicHealthCareers

We have been receiving lots of calls about individual organizations publicly releasing information about positive cases. Individual organizations may decide on their own to disclose to the public with regards to people who test positive for COVID-19, who happen to be employees of their workplace (e.g. Tim Horton’s, Shoppers Drug Mart). Through contact tracing, Algoma Public Health notifies all close contacts directly. If you are not contacted by Algoma Public Health, you are... not considered a close contact. If there is a situation where there is risk to the broader public and APH cannot reach everyone who may be affected, APH does issue a notification. For example, flights or the recent NYE gathering.

Like heart disease, diabetes and other health issues, substance use disorder is a diagnosed medical condition. Providing support to people seeking treatment makes recovery possible. Declare #ChangeBeginsWithMe and be the change in your community: https://www.ccsa.ca/nationaladdictions-awareness-week #NAAW

There's no return policy for COVID-19. This Black Friday avoid all non-essential travel. Shop online. Shop local. Some Algoma stores have online options with curbside pick up or delivery, consider supporting local while avoiding contact with others.

We are reporting 2 (two) new confirmed cases of #COVID19 in Algoma (cases #93 - #94). Both cases are from Sault Ste. Marie and area. Through contact tracing, Algoma Public Health notifies all close contacts directly. If you are not contacted by Algoma Public Health, you are not considered a close contact.... Learn more: http://www.algomapublichealth.com//psa-2-new-confirmed-ca/ We all need to remember that each confirmed case of #COVID19 is a person. They should not be blamed or be the target of negative social media posts. Anyone can catch a virus, including #COVID19. By law, during the provincewide shutdown, indoor gatherings of any size are not permitted with people who are not a part of the same household. This means: Families should not visit any other household or allow visitors in their homes Individuals who live alone and single parents may consider having exclusive, close contact with another household to help reduce the negative impacts of social isolation We all need to take action to protect ourselves and our community. Stay home if you're sick Keep two metres distance from people you don’t live with Avoid non-essential travel Wash your hands frequently Wear your face covering Remember to practice kindness

Our communities continue to be challenged with COVID-19 but everyday there are examples of the people of Algoma offering support to those who need it. While they may have been strangers, Ms. Marwah supported another family during their 14 day-quarantine. Her actions answered the needs of a family and promoted the compassionate spirit that is needed during difficult times. This act does more than making 14 days go by easier, they instill a feeling that someone is not alone. Self-isolation is important in limiting the spread of COVID-19 and there may be several individuals isolating in the coming days due to possible exposures. This can be very challenging for some and they may need support. Check in with them and let them know they are not alone. #BeKindAlgoma

There is still time to nominate a Public Health Champion. This year our Public Health Champion awards will honour #Algoma residents who have demonstrated kindness, compassion, and community spirit while helping others overcome the challenges of #COVID19. Recognize those individuals or organizations who have gone above and beyond through our 2020 Public Health Champion Awards.... http://bit.ly/PublicHealthChampion2020

Parents if your child was in grade 7 in 2019/20 and didn’t receive the second dose of their immunization, we have catch-up clinics scheduled in Sault Ste Marie: January 12 January 19 January 26... To make an appointment, please call 705-541-7085 or 1-866-892-0172 ext. 7085. Learn more about grade 7 immunizations: https://bit.ly/3d1V8DX Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board #algomadistrictschoolboard CSC Nouvelon Conseil scolaire de district catholique de l'Est ontarien

Without a test result, there's no way to be sure if symptoms are "just" a cold or a migraine or allergies. If you feel unwell, don't take that chance. Stay home. Get tested.

An important message from Chief Andy Rickard from Garden River First Nation.

Algoma Public Health is reporting 11 (eleven) new cases of COVID-19. All cases are from Sault Ste. Marie and area. Learn more: http://www.algomapublichealth.com//psa-11-new-confirmed-c/... Additionally, anyone who travelled on the fights below, in the indicated rows should contact Algoma Public Health at 705-759-5404 (toll-free 1-866-892-0172, ext. 5404) or their local public health unit. Flight Date: December 30, 2020 Air Canada flight 8498 from Windsor to Toronto, passengers in rows 3-9 and flight crew that may have served these rows are considered close contacts. Air Canada flight 8321, Toronto to Sault Ste. Marie, passengers in rows 3-7 and flight crew that may have served these rows are considered close contacts. By law, during the provincewide shutdown, indoor gatherings of any size are not permitted with people who are not a part of the same household. This means: Families should not visit any other household or allow visitors in their homes Individuals who live alone and single parents may consider having exclusive, close contact with another household to help reduce the negative impacts of social isolation We all need to take action to protect ourselves and our community. Stay home if you're sick Keep two metres distance from people you don’t live with Avoid non-essential travel Wash your hands frequently Wear your face covering

Algoma Public Health is warning of a high-risk COVID-19 exposure related to a New Year’s Eve gathering. Learn more about this exposure: http://www.algomapublichealth.com//high-risk-covid-19-exp/ Public Health is advising the public of this exposure because we do not have information to contact everyone who may have been exposed. It is imperative that anyone who attended this gathering follow public health guidance to prevent further spread of the virus.

We are reporting 3 (three) new confirmed cases of #COVID19 in Algoma (cases #79 - #81). Two cases are from Sault Ste. Marie and area one case is from Central & East Algoma. Through contact tracing, Algoma Public Health notifies all close contacts directly. If you are not contacted by Algoma Public Health, you are not considered a close contact.... Learn more: http://www.algomapublichealth.com//psa-3-new-confirmed-ca/ We all need to remember that each confirmed case of #COVID19 is a person. They should not be blamed or be the target of negative social media posts. Anyone can catch a virus, including #COVID19. By law, during the provincewide shutdown, indoor gatherings of any size are not permitted with people who are not a part of the same household. This means: Families should not visit any other household or allow visitors in their homes Individuals who live alone and single parents may consider having exclusive, close contact with another household to help reduce the negative impacts of social isolation We all need to take action to protect ourselves and our community. Stay home if you're sick Keep two metres distance from people you don’t live with Avoid non-essential travel Wash your hands frequently Wear your face covering Remember to practice kindness

We are reporting 2 (two) new confirmed cases of #COVID19 in Algoma (cases #77 - #78), both from Sault Ste. Marie and area. Through contact tracing, Algoma Public Health notifies all close contacts directly. If you are not contacted by Algoma Public Health, you are not considered a close contact. Learn more: http://www.algomapublichealth.com//psa-2-new-confirmed-ca/... We all need to remember that each confirmed case of #COVID19 is a person. They should not be blamed or be the target of negative social media posts. Anyone can catch a virus, including #COVID19. By law, during the provincewide shutdown, indoor gatherings of any size are not permitted with people who are not a part of the same household. This means: Families should not visit any other household or allow visitors in their homes Individuals who live alone and single parents may consider having exclusive, close contact with another household to help reduce the negative impacts of social isolation We all need to take action to protect ourselves and our community. Stay home if you're sick Keep two metres distance from people you don’t live with Avoid non-essential travel Wash your hands frequently Wear your face covering Remember to practice kindness

Be cautious, use good judgement and never assume the ice is safe. Small ponds, bays often freeze early, but they can be very dangerous due to weak and unpredictable ice caused by outflows. Always beware of ice thickness before venturing out. Check out more ice safety tips: https://www.ontario.ca/page/ice-fishing#section-5

We are reporting 6 (six) new confirmed cases of #COVID19 in Algoma (cases #71 - #76), all from Sault Ste. Marie and area. Through contact tracing, Algoma Public Health notifies all close contacts directly. If you are not contacted by Algoma Public Health, you are not considered a close contact. Learn more: http://www.algomapublichealth.com//psa-6-new-confirmed-ca/... We all need to remember that each confirmed case of #COVID19 is a person. They should not be blamed or be the target of negative social media posts. Anyone can catch a virus, including #COVID19. By law, during the provincewide shutdown, indoor gatherings of any size are not permitted with people who are not a part of the same household. This means: Families should not visit any other household or allow visitors in their homes Individuals who live alone and single parents may consider having exclusive, close contact with another household to help reduce the negative impacts of social isolation We all need to take action to protect ourselves and our community. Stay home if you're sick Keep two metres distance from people you don’t live with Avoid non-essential travel Wash your hands frequently Wear your face covering Remember to practice kindness

This year more than ever, our communities have been challenged but the nominations that we received show us that that the people of Algoma are kind, compassionate and caring. We are continuing to recognize some of the great nominations we received. That is why in the coming weeks, we will be acknowledging additional nominees for their amazing work. Susan and Lynn Dee are part of a group of dedicated individuals called the Wawa Masketeers. "Even though we spearheaded this grou...p, it is the volunteers who keep it going. We began the group in May after we were repatriated from Ecuador. We wanted to promote the use of masks and remove cost as an accessibility factor." - Susan & Lynn Dee Congratulations on your nomination!

Update 1:10 pm: we are currently having issues with our website. The full news release has been copied and pasted below. ___ Algoma Public Health (APH) declared an outbreak at Extendicare Maple View in the late evening of December 31, 2020, following confirmation of COVID-19 in two staff members. ... APH is working closely with Extendicare Maple View’s care team to take further preventive actions to protect staff and residents. At this time, the two staff members remain in isolation to prevent further transmission. Surveillance testing of Extendicare Maple View staff and residents is in the process of being completed. Available lab results have been negative. As the remainder of results become available, Extendicare Maple View will continue to provide updates to residents, staff, and family members. Any family members, staff or essential visitors who have questions, please connect with Maple View at 705-574-3000. As Algoma Public Health works with Maple View to identify potential exposures, and to support the care team in putting heightened infection prevention and control measures in place that will reduce the risk of further spread, it is important for all Algoma residents to continue to stay vigilant against COVID-19. Risk of exposure to COVID-19 can be reduced by public health measures including: Limiting close contact to household members only Maintaining a distance of at least 2 meters (or 6 feet) with those outside of your household Wearing a mask in indoor public spaces and outside when distancing is an issue Avoiding crowded indoor spaces with poor ventilation Frequent hand washing Staying home when having symptoms By law, during the provincewide shutdown, indoor gatherings of any size are not permitted with people who are not a part of the same household. This means: Families should not visit any other household or allow visitors in their homes Individuals who live alone and single parents may consider having exclusive, close contact with another household to help reduce the negative impacts of social isolation (end)

All of us at Algoma Public Health wish you and your loved ones a happy and healthy new year. Our offices will be closed on Friday, January 1, 2021, however our general COVID-19 phone line will remain open (705)-759-5404 or 1-866-892-0172 ext. 5404, 8:30 am - 4:30 p.m.

We are reporting 5 new cases of #COVID19 in Algoma (cases #66 - #70). Through contact tracing, Algoma Public Health notifies all close contacts directly. If you are not contacted by Algoma Public Health, you are not considered a close contact. Learn more: http://www.algomapublichealth.com//psa-5-new-confirmed-ca/

Enjoy the great outdoors Algoma! Before you visit your local outdoor rink, check with your local municipality on hours of operation and guidelines.

Due to ongoing high #COVID19 activity throughout December in Chippewa County, Michigan, Algoma Public Health has extended an advisory for Algoma residents who regularly cross the Canada-US border for work that is in effect until January 26, 2021. Currently, Chippewa County has over 512 active cases of COVID-19. Read the full advisory: https://bit.ly/3hv6Lap

The Art Jennings Speed Skating Oval and the Clergue Park Skating Trail are open for the season today! Holiday hours will be 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. from Decemb...er 30 to January 4. COVID-19 guidelines apply to all outdoor skating facilities, and for details visit: https://saultstemarie.ca/outdoorskating See more

Make tonight a movie night. Schedule a virtual movie night with friends and family. What is your favorite holiday movie? We’ll go first. Hands down, our go-to ‘smiling's my favorite’ movie is Elf. Now you go.

#COVID19 doesn't travel, people do. Travel increases the chance of getting and spreading the virus. Staying home is the best way to protect yourself and others.

We are currently living in a winter wonderland. The natural light and fresh air help your nervous system relax, your blood pressure lower, your mood improve, and leave you less stressed and anxious. Enjoy the great outdoors:... Build a snowperson Sledding/tobogganing or tubing Make snow angels Skating Shovel snow (even help out a neighbour) Snowshoeing

Thank you Algoma for your amazing nominations for this year's 2020 Public Health Champions. This year more than ever, our communities have been challenged but the nominations that we received show us that that the people of Algoma are kind, compassionate and caring. Although we have announced our 2020 Public Health Champions, with so many amazing stories we would like to recognize some of the great nominations we received. That is why in the coming weeks, we will be acknowled...ging additional nominees for their amazing work. Congratulations on your nomination! Learn More: http://www.algomapublichealth.com//pub/meet-our-champions/

Addressing mental health challenges is a major issue with university level students, especially during this time. As students return to school for another semester we want to recognize the hard work and generosity being done by Algoma University's Student Success & Advancement Teams They were this year's Mental Health & Wellness Champion. By addressing the stress brought on by financial concerns during the pandemic, students were better able to focus their energy on their pr...imary goal - academic success. Meet more of our champions by visiting: www.algomapublichealth.com/meetourchampions Photo credit: Sault Star

While the shutdown will leave many of us at home, there are those essential workers who continue to make a difference in our community over the holiday season. This can make it difficult for those needing childcare. This year we recognized Sault Ste. Marie YMCA as one our Reopen Safely Champions. They continue to offer child care for those who need it most. Thank you for all that you do, in taking care of those we love the most!... www.algomapublichealth.com/meetourchampions

We are reporting a new confirmed case of #COVID19 in Algoma (case #65). Through contact tracing, Algoma Public Health notifies all close contacts directly. If you are not contacted by Algoma Public Health, you are not considered a close contact. Learn more: https://bit.ly/34Ju62W... This holiday season, celebrate only with those you live with and virtually with everyone else. We all need to take action to protect ourselves and our community. Stay home if you're sick Keep two metres distance from people you don’t live with Avoid non-essential travel Wash your hands frequently Wear your face covering Remember to practice kindness

The entire province is now in a provincewide shutdown. This will help reduce the number of COVID-19 cases across Ontario. For a full listing of what is open and what is closed or restricted, visit Ontario's website at: https://www.ontario.ca/page/covid-19-provincewide-shutdown *If you have questions about businesses permitted to open during the Provincewide Shutdown, please call the Stop the Spread Business Information Line at 1-888-444-3659.

Happy Holiday’s from everyone at Algoma Public Health We wish you all a safe and healthy holiday season. Thanks for doing your part in curbing the spread of COVID-19. Stay home. Stay Safe.

Some wins about celebrating the holidays at home this year. you can try to sleep in you can stay in your pajamas all day you don't have to worry about winter driving... you have more time to help parents figure out their new electronics Prevent the spread of COVID-19. Celebrate virtually this year.

Spread a little holiday cheer this year. There are many ways that you can show someone you care. Celebrate virtually this year.

We are reporting a new confirmed case of #COVID19 in Algoma (case #64). Through contact tracing, Algoma Public Health notifies all close contacts directly. If you are not contacted by Algoma Public Health, you are not considered a close contact. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3pmgTF5... This holiday season, celebrate only with those you live with and virtually with everyone else. We all need to take action to protect ourselves and our community. Stay home if you're sick Keep two metres distance from people you don’t live with Avoid non-essential travel Wash your hands frequently Wear your face covering Remember to practice kindness

Home is where the heart is. Send your love this holiday season through a care package, delivery, or by virtual means... don't bring COVID-19 home. There are ways to stay connected with those you love.

The golden rules to keep your holiday food safe: chill separate clean... cook If you need help cooking your turkey this holiday season, we got your back. Follow these golden rules to keep your holiday food safe and enjoyable: http://bit.ly/2B4lS6n

"Every time a phone rings an angel gets their wings." Even though we're apart, continue to stay connected this holiday season. Connect virtually or try an old-fashioned phone call.

On Monday, Ontario officially announced that the entire province will enter a shutdown at 12:01 am on Saturday December 26, 2020. For a full listing of what is open and what is closed or restricted, visit Ontario's website at: https://www.ontario.ca/page/covid-19-provincewide-shutdown *If you have questions about businesses permitted to open during the Provincewide Shutdown, please call the Stop the Spread Business Information Line at 1-888-444-3659

For SSM & Area residents, below are the holiday hours for the COVID-19 Assessment Centre.

This video might help clear things up when it comes to the proper way to wear a mask. Although it may be dated some of the content still rings true! As a bonus, it comes from our 2020 Public Health 'Amplifier' Champion: Dr. Sean Robinson, Dr. Jami Shaffaf, and the folks at the Wawa Family Health Team. For a complete listing of this year's Public Health Champions visit: www.algomapublichealth.com/meetourchampions... https://youtu.be/rlepReHE2RI

We are reporting a new confirmed case of #COVID19 in Algoma (case #63). Through contact tracing, Algoma Public Health notifies all close contacts directly. If you are not contacted by Algoma Public Health, you are not considered a close contact. Learn more: https://bit.ly/34BfClO... We all need to remember that each confirmed case of #COVID19 is a person. They should not be blamed or be the target of negative social media posts. Anyone can catch a virus, including #COVID19. This holiday season, celebrate only with those you live with and virtually with everyone else. We all need to take action to protect ourselves and our community. Stay home if you're sick Keep two metres distance from people you don’t live with Avoid non-essential travel Wash your hands frequently Wear your face covering Remember to practice kindness

Staying home and avoiding non-essential travel this holiday offers the best option in protecting your family and loved ones. Spread joy, not #COVID19. More holiday safety tips: www.algomapublichealth.com/holidays

Today is the Winter Solstice, the shortest day of the year. For many Indigenous communities, it is a time of renewal and looking forward. Wishing you a safe and happy holiday season as you look ahead to 2021.

The provincewide shutdown will go into effect as of Saturday, December 26, 2020, at 12:01 a.m. and last for 14 days for the Algoma region.

What types of close contact led to people getting COVID-19? Here is a real world example from northern Ontario. Let's continue to protect ourselves and our community:... Stay home if you're sick Keep two metres distance from people you don’t live with Avoid non-essential travel Wash your hands frequently Wear your face covering Remember to practise kindness En français: https://youtu.be/GhjtjRZnHM0

Keep it small and set ground rules. This holiday season reserve gatherings to only those in your household. If you live alone, consider gathering with another small household that you trust.

What if Christmas he thought, can be celebrated online. Checking in on those you love, while being caring and kind. Prevent the spread of COVID-19. Celebrate virtually this year, and check-in on those who may need it most spreading holiday cheer. #InThisTogether #SeasonofHope

Limiting gatherings during the holiday season is the best gift we could give ourselves. Curb the spread of COVID-19 and only celebrate with those in your household or consider celebrating virtually with family and friends.

Today, the province of Ontario announced 2,290 new cases of COVID-19. In Canada, the most recent daily update has just over 7,000 new cases. The virus is circulating and people are travelling. Even though there have been few "Algoma" cases recently, our residents continue to be impacted by exposures to the virus. Exposures can happen when Algoma residents travel outside of Algoma, for essential work or other reasons, and come into close contact with others while travellin...g. Exposures can also happen when visitors from other areas come to Algoma, and have close contact with residents here. A person with COVID-19 can spread the virus to others 48 hours before they feel sick. We need to act like every person we come into contact with has the virus. We understand the holiday season is a time we spend with family and friends. The safest way to celebrate this year is with the people you live with and celebrate virtually with everyone else. If you live alone, celebrate with one other household. With an approved vaccine, we have much to look forward to in 2021. But for now, let's continue to protect ourselves and our community and break the chain of transmission: Stay home if you're sick Keep two metres distance from people you don’t live with Avoid non-essential travel Wash your hands frequently Wear your face covering Remember to practise kindness

One of the best parts of the holiday season are the movies. There's something that can be said about the classics, they're timeless! The hardest part can be choosing where to start... any ideas? Make tonight a movie night, schedule a virtual movie night with friends and family. #holidaysathome

Thank you to students, parents, teachers, school support staff, custodians, and administrators who have helped us keep our schools #COVID19 safe. We recognize the many challenges you have faced and you have made a huge difference for the health and well-being of our community. Please keep doing your part this holiday season! Stay safe, stay local. Together we can continue to keep our school communities safe... We hope you have a well deserved and restful holiday season. http://algomapublichealth.com/holiday Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board #AlgomaDistrictSchoolBoard CSC Nouvelon Conseil scolaire de district catholique de l'Est ontarien

Sault Ste. Marie Police Service and Algoma Public Health want you to be safe this holiday season and consider how your plans can be modified to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Learn more: https://bit.ly/38enmen

We're doing this for this. #StopTheSpread Let's continue to take these important precautions today that will get us closer to a tomorrow where we can all be together in person.

Just because we can't see Santa, doesn't mean he doesn't exist. Hmmm, sound familiar? COVID-19 doesn't travel, people do. ... Travel increases the chance of getting and spreading the virus. Staying home and avoiding non-essential travel this holiday offers the best option in protecting your family and loved ones. Spread joy, not #COVID19.

Introducing our Public Health Champions for 2020! This year our Public Health Champion award winners are Algoma residents who have demonstrated exemplary kindness, compassion, and community spirit while helping others overcome the challenges of COVID-19. We want to sincerely thank all those who were nominated, and the tireless effort and sacrifice in giving back to our community. It is by working together that we will continue to stay healthy and safe, and together we will g...et through this. Learn more about this year's Champions: http://bit.ly/3npF0SN

What types of close contact led to people getting COVID-19? Here is a real-world example. Let's continue to protect ourselves and our community: Stay home if you're sick... Keep two metres distance from people you don’t live with Avoid non-essential travel Wash your hands frequently Wear your face covering Remember to practise kindness See more

The Algoma region is still in the 'green' level of the provincial #COVID19 response framework. Let's continue to protect ourselves and our community: Stay home if you're sick... Keep two metres distance from people you don’t live with Avoid non-essential travel Wash your hands frequently Wear your face covering Remember to practice kindness See more

North Algoma Residents! The Lady Dunn Health Centre #COVID19 Assessment Centre will be in Pic Mobert & the Township of White River on December 15th and 16th respectively. Check out the posters for details on how to book an appointment.

Winter weather can be unpredictable but some extra preparation and caution can help you stay safe. Make sure your car is winter-ready: Get a maintenance checkup ... Keep your fuel tank at least half full Pack an ice-scraper and washer fluid for down to -40 degrees Celsius Put together a winter survival kit More tips here: https://bit.ly/2LAonG5

As snow is heading our way we want to remind drivers of the importance of always cleaning the snow and ice off the mirrors and windows of your car for safe winter driving. Learn more tips http://bit.ly/2zHDKVZ

Carpooling, hanging out on the same couch, or sharing a meal around the kitchen table are all examples of close contact activities. Only do these things with people in your immediate household. Stay safe Algoma.... #COVID19

Returning home from school for the holidays? if you are feeling unwell, adjust your plans, stay home and celebrate with your family virtually reduce close contact with others before returning home. avoid close contact with others while home, especially seniors and individuals who are immunocompromised or have underlying medical conditions