Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health

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It is the last week of &Wheel Month! 🎉 Thank you to everyone who walked, biked, or wheeled this February. As the season...
02/27/2026

It is the last week of &Wheel Month! 🎉 Thank you to everyone who walked, biked, or wheeled this February. As the seasons change, let’s keep moving and being active all year round! ❄️

02/25/2026

Want to learn fun ways to reduce food waste and try more plant-based foods as a family? 🥦✨ We’re welcoming Ontario families for the Supper Heroes online study.

Click the link to learn more and how to sign up! ⬇️
https://supperheroes.ca/join-the-supper-heroes/

Region of Peel Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health

02/23/2026

If you think you have purchased, or your baby has consumed this product, please visit the Canadian Food Inspection Agency website for more information about this recall.

Happy Month! Grab your boots and celebrate! How? Parents canwalk part of the route to school with their kids, and scho...
02/23/2026

Happy Month! Grab your boots and celebrate! How? Parents can
walk part of the route to school with their kids, and schools can host a group walk event or
encourage students to explore the school yard at recess. Let’s get walking and wheeling this
winter! Learn more at https://schooltravel.ca/

⚠️ Health Alert ⚠️ (February 20, 2026) At least 22 Drug Poisonings and 2 Fatalities Since Saturday, February 14th in Gue...
02/20/2026

⚠️ Health Alert ⚠️ (February 20, 2026) At least 22 Drug Poisonings and 2 Fatalities Since Saturday, February 14th in Guelph.

There has been at least 22 reported cases of substance-related poisonings and two fatalities in the past week. Light green and beige fentanyl are colours of concern.

🔴 The current unregulated drug supply is unpredictably potent and contains other substances, such as medetomidine, a veterinary tranquilizer. Medetomidine is not an opioid and does not respond to naloxone.
🔴 Assume that medetomidine may be present. If a drug poisoning is suspected, administer naloxone, as medetomidine is almost always found in combination with fentanyl. Please use extreme caution when using unregulated substances.
🔴 Drug poisoning incidents are showing heavy sedation. After naloxone is given, check that the person is breathing regularly. If they are very sedated but still breathing, encourage them to breathe steadily before further assistance arrives.

For a printable version of this alert, please visit:https://bit.ly/4apQL6M

Wellington Guelph Drug Strategy

Reduce your risk
While the Consumption and Treatment Service (CTS) at the Guelph Community Health Centre (GCHC) is now closed, strategies and supports are still available.

🟢 Carry naloxone: Naloxone is available and free at WDG Public Health, local pharmacies, the downtown library, and Guelph CHC.
🟢 Avoid using substances alone: Call the National Overdose Response Services (NORS) at 1-888-688-NORS (6677) if you’re by yourself.
🟢 Start low, go slow: Use only a small amount of any new or unfamiliar substance.
🟢 Test your substances: A drug testing machine is located through the HOME Program at various locations across Guelph. More information can be found here: https://bit.ly/4atlNL8
Drug testing strips are available from Sanguen and Wyndham House. Get more information on drug testing: https://bit.ly/43EecVi
🟢 Share harm reduction information and resources: More information from the Wellington Guelph Drug Strategy: https://bit.ly/3ZCe0ov
🟢 The Good Samaritan Drug Overdose Act protects those at the scene of a drug poisoning from simple possession charges when 911 is called.
🟢 Connect to substance use and mental health supports: Reach out to Here 24/7: https://bit.ly/4jzioM4

Celebrate &Wheel Month this February by taking your classroom outside towalk around the school grounds or neighbourhood...
02/19/2026

Celebrate &Wheel Month this February by taking your classroom outside to
walk around the school grounds or neighbourhood. Help students spot features that help them get to and from school safely, like stop signs and cross walks.

🗓️ Ask students how they’re getting to school this week using the daily survey tool at
bikewalkroll.org!

Wellington Catholic District School Board
Upper Grand District School Board

Walking and wheeling to school is good for the environment, supports children’s health,and helps them connect with their...
02/17/2026

Walking and wheeling to school is good for the environment, supports children’s health,
and helps them connect with their neighbourhood. This February, ask your kids what they
enjoy most about their school journey! 🌍👟🚲 Month.

Seasons change but the fun outside doesn’t have to stop! Follow these safety tips on yourjourney to schools during Mon...
02/12/2026

Seasons change but the fun outside doesn’t have to stop! Follow these safety tips on your
journey to schools during Month:

✅ Keep electronics in your bag
✅ Stay alert & use crosswalks
✅ Walk or wheel with a friend
✅ Plan and stick to your route

Upper Grand District School Board
Wellington Catholic District School Board

Looking for that perfect last minute Valentine's Day card? We've got you covered!
02/11/2026

Looking for that perfect last minute Valentine's Day card? We've got you covered!

Don’t forget, February is Month!Do you drive your kids to school? One day this week try parking five minutes away and ...
02/09/2026

Don’t forget, February is Month!

Do you drive your kids to school? One day this week try parking five minutes away and walk
the rest together. You’ll skip the school zone traffic and squeeze in a short walk and some
fresh air to start your day.

🎯 Set a goal: travel actively at least one day each week this month!

Upper Grand District School Board
Wellington Catholic District School Board

Environment Canada has issued a cold weather and blowing snow warning in our region beginning tonight and into Saturday ...
02/06/2026

Environment Canada has issued a cold weather and blowing snow warning in our region beginning tonight and into Saturday morning.

Wind chill values between -30 and -35 are possible in the morning. Cold wind chill values could return overnight into Sunday morning.

Public Health would like to remind everyone that extreme cold puts everyone at risk, especially vulnerable populations.

Visit our website for more information on staying safe during extreme cold: https://wdgpublichealth.ca/.../extreme-weather/extreme-cold.

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