Public Health

Anything related to the health and safety of community members (ie: clinic updates, northwestern health unit, kenora district services board, etc.)

Road Closures Due to Fire

Attention:

The following roads are closed due to forest fire:
• HWY 599 – Pickle Lake Road intersection (south bound)
• HWY 516

An alternate route is available for use between Pickle Lake and Mishkeegogamang via Airport Road.

MNR will be monitoring the situation and provide updates as they become available.

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Screen for Life

It’s time to get screened for cancer.

The Screen for Life Coach will be visiting Pickle Lake from September 2nd to September 5th, 2025. To book an appointment, call 807-684-7777.

See post for full details.

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Immunization Walk-In Clinic

The Northwestern Health Unit will be available for routine immunizations for all eligible community members on Thursday, May 29 from 4:00PM to 6:00PM.

Please stop by to see if you are up to date on your immunizations or if you have any questions.

See post for full details.

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Safe Food Handling Course

The Northwestern Health Unit is offering a Safe Food Handling Course in Pickle Lake on May 8, 2025 at the Community Hall from 9:00AM to 3:30PM.
All interested persons may contact Carolyn Hochstetler at 807-323-2152. The Course is $75.00 (Includes HST), which includes teaching, a manual, and examination. Registration must be completed by May 1 and must be given to Carolyn Hochstetler. Payment of cash or cheque will be collected on May 8, before the course begins.

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Clinic Schedule

If you require a medical appointment, please be advised that Dr. Merali will be in Pickle Lake from February 3rd to February 7th and Dr. Mooney is available from February 10th to February 21st.

To book an appointment or to confirm availability, please contact the Betty Johnson Clinic at 807-928-2047.

For emergencies, call 807-928-2255.

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Dentist Coming to Town

Northwestern Health Unit’s dental team will be providing dental check-ups, x-rays, cleanings, fillings, tooth removals and root canals to eligible clients between Monday, January 13 and Friday, January 17 at the Betty Johnson Clinic. They will also be accepting the Canadian Dental Care Program for those who have received their cards and have been approved for coverage.

For more information or to book an appointment, call NWHU at 1-855-407-6453.

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Clinic Schedule

If you require a medical appointment, please be advised that Dr. Merali will be in Pickle Lake from January 27th to January 31st.

To book an appointment or confirm availability, please contact the Betty Johnson Clinic at 807-928-2047.

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Immunization Walk-In Clinic

Protect yourself and those around you.

Are you and your family up to date on your immunizations, including influenza and Covid-19? Come see us from January 7th to January 9th at the Northwestern Health Unit – no appointment required!

See post for full details.

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Clinic Schedule

If you require a medical appointment, please be advised that Dr. Merali will be in Pickle Lake from October 28th to November 1st and Dr. Ringrose will be available from November 4th to November 8th.

To book an appointment or confirm availability, please contact the Betty Johnson Clinic at 807-928-2047.

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