Anything related to the health and safety of community members (ie: clinic updates, northwestern health unit, kenora district services board, etc.)
Please be advised that due to unforeseen circumstances, the Betty Johnson Clinic will be temporarily closed from Monday, January 5th through Thursday, January 8th. The clinic is tentatively scheduled to reopen on Friday, January 9th.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please contact: 807-928-2255
If you require a medical appointment, please be advised that Dr. Mooney will be in Pickle Lake from January 12th to January 23rd.
To book an appointment or to confirm availability, please contact the Betty Johnson Clinic at 807-928-2047. For emergencies, call 807-928-2255.
See post for full details of holiday hours as well as flu shot availability.
If you require a medical appointment, please be advised that Dr. Mooney will be in Pickle Lake from November 12th to November 21st and Dr. Merali is available from December 15th to December 19th.
To book an appointment or to confirm availability, please contact the Betty Johnson Clinic at 807-928-2047.
For emergencies, call 807-928-2255.
Please be advised that the Township Office, ServiceOntario, and The Betty Johnson Clinic will be closed on Monday, August 4th for the Civic Holiday. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, August 5th.
For medical emergencies, please call 807-928-2255.
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Please be advised that The Betty Johnson Clinic will be closed on Thursday, July 24th and Friday, July 25th. For emergencies, please call 807-928-2255.
Black bears live in most parts of Ontario. Knowing what to do if you encounter a bear is being Bear Wise.
Check out these recommendations on how to avoid bear encounters, general safety tips, and what to do in an emergency.
For more information from the Ministry of Natural Resources, visit: ontario.ca/bearwise
The Pickle Lake Ontario Provincial Police invite families and children to the annual Cops and Kids Bicycle Derby, taking place at Crolancia Public School (parking lot) on July 6, 2025.
Please be advised the Township of Pickle Lake has received an update from the Ministry of Natural Resources regarding the fire at Graveyard Lake and have provided a status update that the fire is now under control and that they continue suppression operation at this time.
Reminder to all residents to please ensure that you stay clear of the area for now.
As a reminder, there is a fire restriction in effect for the Township of Pickle Lake.
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Please be advised that there is an outdoor fire restriction in effect. For more information, please visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/outdoor-fire-restrictions
Restricted Fire Zones Read More »
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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