NorWest Community Health Centres

NorWest Community Health Centres Health care and health promotion programs in Armstrong, Longlac, Thunder Bay and via mobile services A volunteer board of directors governs our operations.

We make special efforts to serve people who have a higher risk of poor health, or people who are having difficulty finding health care because of language, cultural barriers, poverty or isolation. We consider the social, emotional and financial needs of our clients, since these factors affect a person's health. The Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care funds the NorWest Community Health Centres. As part of a network of 73 Community Health Centres, we have been providing services for more than 20 years.

Our Lactation Consultant, Shannon Baysarowich, will be at the Northwood EarlyON Centre for monthly visits providing supp...
11/21/2025

Our Lactation Consultant, Shannon Baysarowich, will be at the Northwood EarlyON Centre for monthly visits providing support, guidance, and encouragement for any families on their post partum journey.

This month, she’s bringing a special guest: Chantalle Cloutier from New Earth Wellness, who will be sharing valuable insights on pelvic floor health. Come learn, connect, and ask questions in a supportive space. We can’t wait to see you there!

🗓 November 25
⏰ 10:00–11:30 AM
📍 Northwood EarlyON Centre – 425 Edward St N

Standing with our trans community today and every day. Tonight, consider attending the Thunder Pride vigil to show your ...
11/20/2025

Standing with our trans community today and every day.
Tonight, consider attending the Thunder Pride vigil to show your support, love, and solidarity.

November 16-22 is National Addictions Awareness Week, dedicated to highlighting solutions that help address the harms re...
11/19/2025

November 16-22 is National Addictions Awareness Week, dedicated to highlighting solutions that help address the harms related to the use of substances, and providing opportunities for Canadians to learn about addiction and substance use health. This year’s theme is Anchoring Hope. We’re highlighting Rapid Access Addiction Medicine (RAAM) clinics, and the ways that RAAM anchors hope in our clients and communities.

11/17/2025

The Care Bus is on the road again for the 2025/2026 winter season! It will run seven days a week from 1:30pm-9:30pm. Expanded hours will be available for the months of January and February from 9:30am-9:30pm. The bus is free for anyone that needs a safe place to stay warm and get around town. You can reach a Harm Reduction Outreach Worker during Care Bus hours by calling 807-632-9732.

The 2025/2026 Route Map can be found here:https://norwestchc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025_2026-Route-map.pdf

Do you need guidance on using your iPhone or Android phone? Do you know how to spot scams in text messages or emails? Wa...
11/15/2025

Do you need guidance on using your iPhone or Android phone? Do you know how to spot scams in text messages or emails? Want to learn how to take better photos with your camera? These are just some of the topics that we cover in our in-person sessions. Drop-in on November 17 & 24 or December 1 & 8.
Questions? Call Kevin at 807-626-8480 for more information.

Your health is worth checking in on and early detection/ prevention matters. If you’ve noticed these signs, it might be ...
11/14/2025

Your health is worth checking in on and early detection/ prevention matters. If you’ve noticed these signs, it might be time to check your blood sugar. And if you’re living with diabetes, our free Diabetes Self-Management Programs can help you manage it with confidence and support. Ask us for more information!

11/11/2025

We honour and remember all those who have served. If you can, take a moment to attend a local Remembrance Day ceremony or observe a moment of silence at 11 a.m.

Lest we forget.

Happy National Nurse Practitioners Week!We’re celebrating our incredible NPs who care for the wonderful residents of Thu...
11/10/2025

Happy National Nurse Practitioners Week!
We’re celebrating our incredible NPs who care for the wonderful residents of Thunder Bay and surrounding area with compassion and dedication. The smiling faces you see here are just a few of the many NPs who work at NorWest CHCs and help make our community healthier every day. Thank you for all that you do!

Happy Halloween from our staff at NorWest CHCs! 🎃👻 Would you survive a day working with these characters? 🤪
10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from our staff at NorWest CHCs! 🎃👻 Would you survive a day working with these characters? 🤪

We're excited to launch 3 NEW FREE workshops at NorWest Community Health Centres! ABC Health Matters helps empower you t...
10/28/2025

We're excited to launch 3 NEW FREE workshops at NorWest Community Health Centres!

ABC Health Matters helps empower you to manage your health more effectively by increasing your confidence when talking about and making decisions regarding health issues with family, friends and health professionals. You will develop a deeper understanding of how to advocate for you and your family’s health and better understand how to access health care.

All workshops (90-min) are open to the community and available to attend either in-person at our centre in Thunder Bay or virtually from the comfort of your home. For more information or to register, please visit bit.ly/4329JMN or call Kevin at 807-626-8480.

Happy World Series Day! NorWest CHCs is rallying behind the Toronto Blue Jays as they take on the LA Dodgers in the Worl...
10/24/2025

Happy World Series Day! NorWest CHCs is rallying behind the Toronto Blue Jays as they take on the LA Dodgers in the World Series.

And okay, the building decorations aren’t real, but the Blue Jays spirit sure is 💙🧢 (AI made this one)

Go Jays Go!

Join us for a free educational session! Learn simple ways to improve your sleep by building healthy daily habits. We’ll ...
10/20/2025

Join us for a free educational session! Learn simple ways to improve your sleep by building healthy daily habits. We’ll cover tips on creating a restful routine, managing screen time, and setting up a sleep-friendly environment. All are welcome.

📅 October 27
⌚ 10:00AM–11:00AM
📍 525 Simpson Street (Talbot Room)

Questions? Contact Kezia Canuel at 807-626-8476

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Thunder Bay, ON

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm
Sunday 10am - 3pm

Telephone

+18076228235

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