Province to Begin Offering Third Doses of COVID-19 Vaccines to Most Vulnerable Ontarians TORONTO — In response to evolving data around the transmissibility of the Delta variant and based on the recent experiences of other jurisdictions, the government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, is taking action […]
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St. Clair College Requires Vaccines on Campus: First Dose by Sept. 7
St. Clair College will be requiring staff and students to have had their first dose of a Health Canada or World Health Organization approved COVID-19 vaccine before September 7, 2021 which is when classes begin. A second dose of the vaccine must be received within the required minimum period. Staff […]
Greater Essex County District School Board’s COVID-19 Guidance FAQs
This direction will be re-evaluated regularly and, where required, updated based on public health advice throughout the 2021-2022 school year. Will staff and students need to provide proof of vaccination when they return to school? The Ministry of Education has indicated that vaccinations will not be mandated for staff or students, but they are strongly recommended for all eligible […]
Province Aids in Implementing Schools’ Vaccination Clinics
School Vaccination Program Will Help Province Combat Delta Variant As Students Return to Class this Fall TORONTO — The Ontario government is working with public health units and publicly funded school boards to plan and host vaccination clinics in or nearby schools to continue to fight COVID-19. Clinics are expected […]
Leamington to Hold Mobile COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic: Ages 12 and up
Mobile COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic for individuals age 12+: in Leamington August 18,19, & 20 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. 33 Princess Street, Leamington No appointment necessary. For more information, visit wevax.ca #COVID19 #LetsGetBack
Mayor’s Message: Keep Vaccination Momentum Going to Prevent 4th Wave
Medical professionals across Windsor-Essex have penned an open letter, expressing concern about a potential 4th wave if vaccination numbers continue to plateau. Mayor Santos is urging Kingsville residents to keep the vaccine momentum going. “Let’s work together, let’s keep Kingsville beautiful, and let’s keep Windsor-Essex open.” Watch the full video. Read this news update on […]
Ontario Easing Restrictions in Congregate Care Settings
Residents can spend more time with friends and family TORONTO — As Ontario moves to Step Three of its Roadmap to Reopen on Friday, July 16, 2021, the province is easing COVID-19-related restrictions in congregate care settings such as residences for adults with developmental disabilities, residences for children in care or with […]
Over the Lake: Remote COVID Vaccination Clinic Returns to Pelee
When most people in Southwestern Ontario think of a remote or isolated community, they think of Northern Ontario. Pelee Island is the most southern community in Canada and also happens to be isolated, without year-round road or marine access. While it is specifically the isolation many people seek, the gaps […]
Main Street Pharmacy Has Pfizer Appointments Available July 14-17
Hello everyone! We have just confirmed that we are getting in 150 Pfizer doses at Main Street Pharmacy today. I am scheduling appointments for: Wednesday July 14 evening: 5-6:15 Thursday July 15: 9-5:30 Friday July 16: 9-6 Saturday July 17: 9-1:45 Call us at 519-712-8800 for an appointment. We are […]
Out of Province Vaccination Registration Now Open
As of 10 a.m. today, individuals who were vaccinated from out of province or country can register their information through a dedicated and secure Windsor-Essex County Health Unit online registration form. The registration process applies to the following individuals: If you live Windsor or Essex County and received one or two […]