Food Safety Giveaway

    **CONTEST CLOSED MAY 20TH** Thank you for signing up! Learn more about Food Safety at Home      #foodsafetyathome   Our #FoodSafetyatHome giveaway serves to recognize the subtle, yet important decisions that need to be made whether you are prepping, cooking, or…

SDWS Opening Notification Form

   In accordance with Ontario Regulation 319/08: Small Drinking Water Systems under the Health Protection and Promotion Act, every owner, and every operator of a small drinking water system (SDWS) must notify Algoma Public Health of the intent to begin to supply water to the users of the…

Adult Immunizations

Vaccinations are important for people of all ages, not just children, because they provide the most effective protection against disease. Although we receive most vaccinations during childhood, we do not always gain lifelong immunity against all diseases. During adulthood we require booster shots…

Financials

Please note: all files will open with PDF (portable document format)  Public Health Operating and Capital Budgets 2026 Public Health Operating and Capital Budget 2025 Public Health Operating and Capital Budget 2024 Public Health Operating and Capital Budget  2023 Public Health…

Addictions During Pregnancy

Substance use in pregnancy can have harmful long-term effects on your growing baby. Algoma Public Health wants to protect you and your baby from substance use such as drug, alcohol, and nicotine (cigarettes & vaping) use. See how substance abuse has impacted our region on Public Health…

Child Development

The early years in a child's life prepare them for their future. The first 6 years of your child's life and the experiences that they have play an important role in your child's development. As a caregiver, you know your child best and can observe and identify possible developmental concerns. The…

Immunization education session completion form

Substance Use & Harm Reduction

Substance Use refers to the use of drugs, and includes substances such as cigarettes, cannabis, alcohol, prescription drugs, and illegal drugs. Substance use occurs on a spectrum, ranging from abstinence to substance use disorder (addiction).   Harm Reduction is a term used to describe programs,…

Smoking, Vaping and Tobacco

Public advisory on nicotine pouches: Nicotine pouches are a new product being targeted to youth. Nicotine is highly addictive and harmful to the developing brain. Anyone under the age of 18 should not use nicotine pouches.   It is important to have conversations with youth about nicotine pouches…

Accessibility

Statement of Commitment   Algoma Public Health (APH) is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration and equal opportunity and are committed to meeting the needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner. We…