Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

'I do respect those individuals who have chosen not to get the vaccination, and it's very unfortunate there were terminations, but they were small [in number] compared to the total number of employees we have.'

Friday's Parry Sound clinic and weekend children's clinics in North Bay will proceed

'There is no magic formula. It is subjective. We try to base our decisions on the best evidence that's available at the time.'

'These are bully tactics. There’s no need to terminate anyone, they can stay at home on unpaid leave.'

Survey respondents reported worsening mental health, including increased feelings of loneliness and isolation, increased stress, and concerns about children's social and emotional development

'The City’s policy does not provide for testing as an alternative to vaccination'

The Simcoe Muskoka Health Unit borders the North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit to the immediate south

'...members who are not fully vaccinated will be required to obtain rapid antigen test kits at their own expense'

'Provincial data shows that school-aged children account for approximately one-third of COVID-19 cases, highlighting the importance of vaccinating this age group'

All individuals associated with the outbreak are considered resolved