Brantford Brant Norfolk Ontario Health Team

08/06/2025

We had a wonderful time at the Newcomer Welcome Day Fair hosted by the Brantford Immigration Partnership!

It was an incredible opportunity to connect with newcomers from all over the world, each bringing their own unique story and culture. We loved seeing participants mark their countries of origin on our map — a beautiful reminder of the rich diversity that makes our community so vibrant.

We also shared newcomer-specific mental health resources, fun colouring sheets, and some swag to take home!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by. We’re grateful for the warm welcome and the chance to support our growing community. 💛

08/05/2025

BBNOHT is Hiring! Don't forget to check out and share these two awesome positions.

We’re hiring!

Two meaningful opportunities to help build a more inclusive, community-driven healthcare system.

Are you passionate about health equity and engagement?
Do you believe in the importance of lived experience and diverse perspectives in shaping care?

Then one of these roles might be for you:
• Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Coordinator – Full-time
• People With Lived Experience (PWLE) Coordinator – Part-time

If you’re a strong communicator, a relationship-builder, and committed to improving care in Brantford, Brant, and Norfolk — we want to hear from you.

Apply by August 14, 2025

Click below to see the position details and information on how to apply!
https://lnkd.in/ebHy4VWd

Please feel free to share this post with your network. We appreciate your help in finding the best candidates to help us improve care in Brantford Brant Norfolk!

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08/05/2025

An air quality statement in currently in effect for the region. When the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) is forecast to reach high-risk levels (7-10), the pollution can become harmful to everyone's health. Consider reducing or rescheduling outdoor activities if you experience coughing or throat irritation.

To learn more about the health risks of air pollution, visit bchu.org/air or hnhu.org/air.

08/01/2025

Need urgent Care this long-weekend? Want to avoid the emergency room if possible?

Check out this post from Norfolk General Hospital, highlighting ways you can access care while skipping the lines.

In the event of a medical emergency, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department.

With the long weekend coming up, Norfolk General Hospital (NGH) encourages you to know your care options ahead of time. For non-urgent health concerns, you can often skip the wait by choosing the care that best fits your needs.

✅ Need care fast — anytime, anywhere?

UrgentCareOntario.ca connects you to virtual and in-person care 24/7, all across the province. Get help from a trained medical professional without sitting in a waiting room.

Other great options for non-urgent care include:

➡ Your family doctor – Best for checkups, follow-ups, prescriptions, and referrals.

➡ Health811 – Free, 24/7 service. Speak with a registered nurse by phone or online to assess your symptoms and get guidance. Visit health811.ontario.ca.

➡ Ontario pharmacists – Can now assess and prescribe for many common conditions like UTIs, pink eye, skin rashes, cold sores, and more — no appointment needed.

Emergency Departments across the province remain busy, so for non-urgent symptoms consider one of the alternative options.

Remember, in a medical emergency, always call 911 or proceed to the nearest Emergency Department. Priority is given to critical patients, and non-urgent cases may experience longer wait times.

Stay safe and healthy! ☀️

08/01/2025

We’re hiring!

Two meaningful opportunities to help build a more inclusive, community-driven healthcare system.

Are you passionate about health equity and engagement?
Do you believe in the importance of lived experience and diverse perspectives in shaping care?

Then one of these roles might be for you:
• Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Coordinator – Full-time
• People With Lived Experience (PWLE) Coordinator – Part-time

If you’re a strong communicator, a relationship-builder, and committed to improving care in Brantford, Brant, and Norfolk — we want to hear from you.

Apply by August 14, 2025

Click below to see the position details and information on how to apply!
https://lnkd.in/ebHy4VWd

Please feel free to share this post with your network. We appreciate your help in finding the best candidates to help us improve care in Brantford Brant Norfolk!

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07/30/2025

BBNOHT is happy to be at Laurier YMCA today promoting ConnectMyHealth! Come by their 100 Water Street location in Brantford today to register and receive a free one week pass to try the Y!
YMCA of Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford

07/29/2025

Brantford Immigration Partnership (BIP) is pleased to invite new Canadians living in Brantford and members of the public to Newcomer Welcome Day! This family-friendly event is an opportunity to learn about local resources available in the community, while enjoying free food, refreshments, games and entertainment and swag for kids.

👋Come say hi to us at the BBNOHT booth. We will be at this event sharing local health resources and chatting with attendees.

🗓Wednesday, July 30, 2025
⏰3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
📍Lion’s Park Steve Brown Sports Complex (20 Edge Street)

To learn more or register for the event, visit Brantford.ca/BIPEvents
Registration is encouraged.

07/29/2025

BBNOHT will be at the Laurier Brantford YMCA tomorrow from 9:00 am to 4:00pm promoting Connectmyhealth Patient Portal, a digital health tool that lets patients see their health records from participating hospitals in South-western Ontario.

As a bonus, when you come in to sign up, you will receive a voucher for a week-long trial pass from YMCA of Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford!

Stop by tomorrow and take control of your health information.

Cant make it tomorrow to sign up? You can sign up online anytime. Click the link below for more info!

🔗https://info.connectmyhealth.ca/

07/28/2025

✨✨2025 BBNOHT Annual Report Out Now!✨✨

Not long ago, many people had never heard of an Ontario Health Team. But the Brantford Brant Norfolk Ontario Health Team (BBNOHT) has quietly been building something meaningful—something that’s starting to change how people experience care in our communities.

This year, we’re especially proud to share our Annual Report. It’s not just a summary of projects—it’s a reflection of progress. Real accomplishments, made with real people in mind:
- Easier access to cancer screening
- Better tools for digital health
- Stronger partnerships across primary care, mental health, and community services - - Support for those who’ve been historically left behind

Learning more about your local OHT isn’t just about staying informed—it’s about knowing your options and feeling empowered to speak up for what you need.

📘 Read the 2025 BBNOHT Annual Report and get to know the team working behind the scenes to make care more connected and more human.

https://bbnoht.ca/resources-and-publications/annual-report-2025




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07/28/2025

Whether you're looking for accessible meal services, a ride to your appointment, or a welcoming space to stay active and connected, there are services in our community designed with accessibility in mind.

This post highlights local resources in the Brantford-Brant Norfolk region that are available for people with disabilities and their families, offering accessible support, connection, and care.

Swipe through to explore resources that center your needs. 🧡

07/10/2025

Join HOPE Brant for the annual Walk for HOPE fundraiser!

Help raise mental health awareness and support their weekend peer programs.

September 20, 2025
Mohawk Park

Together, we can walk toward healing, hope, and community.

Registration opens soon. Stay tuned for details!

To learn more, please visit their website at

https://hopebrant.ca/upcoming-events/

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07/04/2025

Check out this resource from the City of Brantford to help stay cool during the heat warning!

**UPDATE: This warning has been cancelled as of Monday, July 7, 2025**

The public is urged to take precautions as the Medical Officer of Health for Grand Erie Public Health has issued a heat warning, effective July 5, 2025. A heat warning is issued when Environment and Climate Change Canada forecasts two consecutive days with a maximum daily temperature of 31 degrees Celsius or higher during the day and a minimum temperature of 20 degrees Celsius or higher during the evening, or a humidex of 40 degrees Celsius or higher.

𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬
📍 Brantford Public Libraries, 173 Colborne Street and 441 St. Paul Avenue. Visit brantfordlibrary.ca for hours of operation.
Lynden Park Mall, 84 Lynden Road. Visit lyndenparkmall.com for hours of operation.

📍 Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street. Visit waynegretzkysportscentre.ca for programming and schedules. Admission rates apply.

📍 Woodman Community Centre Pool. Visit brantford.ca/WoodmanPool for programming and schedules.

📍 Earl Haig Family Fun Park, 101 Market Street South. Visit Brantford.ca/EarlHaig for hours of operation. Admission rates apply.

📍 Splash Pads in Brantford open 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. daily, weather permitting. Splash pad open and close status updates are accessible at brantford.ca/SplashPads.

💦 Anderson Road Park - 70 Anderson Road
💦 Bridle Path Park – 55 Palomino Drive
💦 Harmony Square – 89 Dalhousie Street
💦 Mohawk Park – 51 Lynwood Drive
💦 Tutela Park - 160 Erie Avenue

𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐫
If you, or someone you know, is in immediate need of emergency shelter, please contact SOAR Community Services Emergency Shelter Intake Services at 1-888-621-0034 or email housing@soarcs.com.

Intake services to the emergency sheltering system are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. In-person, walk-in services can be accessed:

During regular business hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. at 73 Murray Street, Brantford

On evenings and weekends, Monday to Friday, after 12 a.m. and Saturdays, Sundays and statutory holidays at 331 Dalhousie Street, Brantford

Temporary cooling spaces are also available at Rosewood House for men and women at 42 Nelson Street and the Salvation Army Booth Centre for men at 187 Dalhousie Street. Learn more at Brantford.ca/EmergencyShelters.

SOAR Community Services also offers a cooling centre at their 73 Murray Street location Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. excluding statutory holidays for up to 10 individuals at a time.

𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐮𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐝 𝐝𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐭
Everyone is at risk from heat, especially older adults, infants and young children, people who work or exercise in the heat and those with certain medical conditions. Symptoms of heat- related illness may include extreme thirst and decreased urination, dizziness or fainting, rapid breathing, nausea or vomiting, and rapid heartbeat. If you experience any of these symptoms during extreme heat, immediately move to a cool place, drink water and seek medical attention. Check on friends, family and neighbours, especially the elderly and those who are chronically ill during heat events and even after the weather cools off as they may still feel negative health impacts of the heat.

Tenants in multi-residential housing units are reminded to access their common rooms as places to cool down when needed.

Learn more tips to stay safe during a heat alert at Brantford.ca/Heat