Masking Requirements Post Influenza Season (May 7, 2026)May 7, 2026 The rate of Influenza-Like Illness (ILI) in Thunder Bay and the surrounding region has significantly decreased in recent weeks. As a result, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre will move from Level 3 to Level 2 masking protocols starting Monday, March 16, 2026.read more about 'Masking Requirements Post Influenza Season (May 7, 2026)'
Regional Cervical Screening Campaign Marks 10-Year MilestoneMarch 31, 2026 Formerly known as ‘Pap-A-Palooza’, the month-long initiative has been renamed ‘Cervical Screen-a-Thon’ to reflect recent changes to the Ontario Cervical Screening Program. In 2025, Ontario replaced the traditional Pap test with a new cervical screening test that checks for certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV) that can lead to cervical cancer.read more about 'Regional Cervical Screening Campaign Marks 10-Year Milestone'
Screen for Life Coach Launches New “Hub Model” for 2026 Travel SeasonFebruary 17, 2026 The Screen for Life Coach has released its 2026 travel schedule with a new regional hub model designed to keep cancer screening accessible for communities across Northwestern Ontario. Operating from four hub locations between April and October 2026 will allow the Coach to continue providing uninterrupted screening services despite ongoing mechanical issues.read more about 'Screen for Life Coach Launches New “Hub Model” for 2026...'
Meet Thunder Bay’s First Baby of 2026January 2, 2026 It’s a girl! The first baby of 2026 was born to proud parents Kaiyah and Chris at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre at 3:21 p.m. on January 1. The little one has not yet been named as the family takes time to choose the perfect name.read more about 'Meet Thunder Bay’s First Baby of 2026'
Increased Masking RequirementsDecember 30, 2025 We continue to see an increase in the number of respiratory and influenza illnesses within our community and increased visits to the Emergency Department.read more about 'Increased Masking Requirements'
Updated Masking Requirements Begin December 4, 2025December 3, 2025 As we approach the 2025/26 respiratory season, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre is taking steps to help protect patients, families, and health care teams from respiratory and influenza-type illnesses.read more about 'Updated Masking Requirements Begin December 4, 2025'
Emergency Department Triage Area RenovationsDecember 3, 2025 Renovations are underway in the Emergency Department triage area at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC). This project will transform the reception, registration and triage areas to better serve our community, and enhance patient and staff flow.read more about 'Emergency Department Triage Area Renovations'
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre invites the community to explore diverse careers in health careOctober 8, 2025 Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) is excited to welcome the public to its Open Doors Career Showcase on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The event will be held in the Hospital’s Cafeteria at 980 Oliver Road.read more about 'Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre invites the community to...'
Community Notice: Cold and Flu Season PreparednessOctober 3, 2025 As cold and flu season approaches, we want to remind the community that in the event of an increase in respiratory-related illnesses, our Hospital is prepared to enhance safety protocols to help protect patients, families, and staff.read more about 'Community Notice: Cold and Flu Season Preparedness'
TBRHSC Releases Second Annual Report on Progress in Response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to ActionSeptember 30, 2025 Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) is observing the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation by releasing its second annual report detailing the Hospital’s ongoing responses to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission 94 Calls to Action.read more about 'TBRHSC Releases Second Annual Report on Progress in Response to...'
