Below is a list of media releases sent out by the staff and programs at the Haldimand-Norfolk Unit.
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Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued an Extreme Cold Weather Alert for Haldimand and Norfolk counties for conditions expected to begin January 16, 2024. The criteria for a Cold Weather Alert is forecasted temperatures of -30 °C or below, with or without windchill, for at least 2 hours. Infants and the […]
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Cough, cold and flu season has arrived. Respiratory viruses such as Influenza, RSV and COVID are on the rise, with the peak season for these illnesses generally between November and April. The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit (HNHU) is recommending the following for residents to protect themselves, and prevent the spread of infection: Get Vaccinated Practice effective […]
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Haldimand-Norfolk Health and Social Services is pleased to celebrate the 23rd annual Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day on October 17. The day was established to recognize the skills, dedication, and commitment of early childhood educators (ECEs) and child care workers to children, their families, and the local community. Norfolk and Haldimand […]
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Norfolk County is pleased to announce that Sarah Page will become the General Manager, Health and Social Services, effective October 2, 2023. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, Page will lead the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit, Haldimand-Norfolk Social Services and Housing, and Norview Lodge teams. Sarah brings more than 20 years of progressive leadership experience to Norfolk County. She […]
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Environment and Climate Change Canada has forecasted that hot and humid conditions are occurring and will continue until September 6, 2023. Based on the information available, the Haldimand Norfolk Health Unit has upgraded the Heat Warning to an Extended Heat Warning. The criteria for an Extended Heat Warning is daytime high temperatures reaching 31°C or […]