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HNHU/BCHU Merger Updates
Updates
January 1, 2025:
The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit and Brant County Health Unit have merged to form Grand Erie Public Health (GEPH). While our name might be different, our programs and services will remain the same across the Brantford-Brant and Haldimand-Norfolk regions at current operating locations until further notice.
December 13, 2024:
Message to Community Partners:
As you may have heard, the Brant County Health Unit (BCHU) and the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit (HNHU) are merging to form a new single organization. Effective January 1, 2025, we will officially become Grand Erie Public Health (GEPH), proudly serving the County of Brant, the City of Brantford, Haldimand County, and Norfolk County.
Please rest assured that the delivery of programs and services will remain seamless across our communities after January 1, with no interruptions and the same excellent service you have come to expect. All current operating locations in Brantford-Brant and Haldimand-Norfolk will continue to serve the public as usual.
As we transition into this new structure, the operations of the two former health units will gradually merge over 2025 and beyond. We are committed to keeping you informed about any updates or changes to our programs and services that may impact your organization or clients.
We deeply value our partnership with you and look forward to continuing our collaboration under the Grand Erie Public Health banner. Together, we will work to support the health and well-being of all our communities.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support.
Additional Information
Releases regarding the proposed merger
December 2, 2024 – BCHU and HNHU Receive Approval for Merger to form Grand Erie Public Health
April 26, 2024 – Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit and Brant County Health Unit to pursue merger
Ministry of Health Releases Regarding Public Health Mergers
December 2, 2024 – Ontario Continuing to Build a More Connected and Convenient Health Care System
October 2023 – Outcomes and Objectives to Support Voluntary Mergers
Ministry Resources
October 30, 2023 – Strengthening Public Health – Planning Materials and Next Steps – Memo
August 22, 2023 – Ontario Investing in a Stronger Public Health Sector (slide deck)