UPCOMING ED CLOSURE ALERT
The North Shore Health Network (NSHN) is informing the community of upcoming temporary closures of the Emergency Department at the following locations due to physician shortages:
THESSALON SITE:
From 8:00 am Sunday July 6th reopening at 8:00 am on Tuesday July 8th.
The North Shore Health Network continues to investigate all possible options to provide safe access to care and to avoid closure. Efforts to find coverage are ongoing and should a physician be secured NSHN will reverse the closure and update the community as soon as possible.
Anyone requiring immediate medical attention should call 9-1-1. Ambulances will be re-routed to one of the closest Emergency Departments.
Access to services for non-emergent health advice or information is available by contacting Health811 by calling 8-1-1. Toll free TTY line: 1-866-797-007. Or start a live chat with an advisor online at: https://healthconnectontario.health.gov.on.ca.
NSHN would like to thank the community for your continued patience and understanding during this time as we work with our partners toward sustainable resources to serve your healthcare needs. For further information please visit our website: www.nshn.care or follow us on Facebook.
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Masking Update for Visitors
The North Shore Health Network continues to monitor masking requirements for visitors to our sites.
Click to learn more about current masking requirements.
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NSHN NEWS
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Board of Directors Meeting
September 2025
Blind River Site Classroom
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Patient Experience Champions
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Patient Relations
NSHN believes that your feedback is an opportunity for us to learn from and improve the quality of care and overall experience we provide to our patients, residents and clients.
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NEW! Online Lab Bookings
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Caregiver ID
NSHN's Caregiver ID Program is more than a badge – we are building a culture that recognizes the role of and includes Caregivers as part of the care team.
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Volunteer Today!
Our volunteers are vital to our organization - they make a difference in people’s lives!
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Report a Barrier
Identifying and removing barriers is an important element of excellent customer service, and ensures that the organization meets the accessibility requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005).
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Strategic Plan
As we embark on this journey we will embrace NSHN's new vision, mission and values.
Learn more about how we plan to clarify, stabilize and improve as one team over the next 2 years.
Make A Donation
You may make a donation to the Foundation online (www.nshnfoundation.care); over the phone (705-356-2265 ext. 2619) or in person at the NSHN Blind River site.
An official tax receipt will be issued for donations of $20.00 or more.