Contacting us during COVID-19
We are currently experiencing significant call volume on our phone lines. If you are concerned about your health and COVID-19, please take the online self-assessment tool and follow those instructions.
We have extended our Health Connection hours. You can contact us at 705-721-7520 (1-877-721-7520):
- Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- *** Good Friday (April 10th) and Easter Monday (April 13th) 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Saturday and Sunday - 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
You may also send us a secure message through our online form and staff will respond within one business day. We thank you for your patience.
Do you have a question about your health or the health of your family? Call or click to connect with a nurse or public health inspector.
Health Connection is staffed by nurses and public health inspectors who can help you get the information and advice you need, and connect you with community programs and services.
We can answer your questions about:
- immunizations
- parenting
- breastfeeding and child nutrition
- common illnesses and infections
- well water testing, and more.
We can connect you with:
- prenatal classes and parenting programs
- quit smoking workshops
- immunization clinics
- sexual health clinics
- inspectors for safe food and water, and more.
How to connect with us
- Call us Monday through Friday, between 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at 705-721-7520 or 1-877-721-7520
- Send an email to Health Connection using our online form
- Connect with us on Facebook
- Connect with us on Twitter
Language interpreters available
If English is not your first language, we have a telephone interpretation service in more than 200 languages. Call us to speak with a nurse or public health professional in the language you prefer.
