Algoma Public Health
Standards & Legislation
Ontario Public Health Standards
The Ontario Public Health Standards (OPHS) identify the minimum expectations for public health programs and services to be delivered by Ontario's 29 boards of health/public health units. The OPHS are published by the Minister of Health as outlined in Section 7 of the Health Protection and Promotion Act. Boards of health/public health units are accountable for implementing the OPHS including the protocols and guidelines that are referenced within.
Applicable public health legislation
(Links to e-Laws Ontario)