Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

Four hospital staffers suspended for not completing vaccination or testing

Thunder Bay Regional spokesperson says there is no impact to staffing or patient care as a result of the suspensions.

Sep 23, 2021 2:57 PM Read more >

CORRECTION: Health Canada approves a surgical face mask made with graphite

ZEN Graphene Solutions, which has a graphite deposit near Hearst, has partnered with Trebor Rx to market the product.

Sep 23, 2021 8:13 AM Read more >

Local businesses see mixed reactions from customers on vaccine certificate

Public health benefits make proof-of-vaccine policies a win, despite customer objections, some business owners say.

Sep 22, 2021 5:21 PM Read more >

Local vaccine numbers continue slow climb

Nearly 84 per cent of Thunder Bay residents have received a first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Sep 21, 2021 12:44 PM Read more >

City of Thunder Bay requires proof of vaccination at indoor recreation facilities

The measure is a requirement of the Ontario government.

Sep 21, 2021 11:11 AM Read more >

COVID-19 caseload in Thunder Bay district falls to two

This is the lowest case count in over a month.

Sep 21, 2021 9:34 AM Read more >

Five new COVID-19 cases within the Northwestern Health Unit service area

The case count in the Rainy River district stands at nine.

Sep 20, 2021 3:46 PM Read more >

22 school bus runs cancelled in Thunder Bay area

A driver shortage affects 22 routes serving eleven schools.

Sep 20, 2021 10:37 AM Read more >

1 new COVID-19 case in the Thunder Bay district

The active case count has fallen to four.

Sep 20, 2021 9:46 AM Read more >

New names, same vaccines

COVID-19 vaccines will bear different names after full approval by Health Canada.

Sep 17, 2021 3:57 PM Read more >