Vision

A healthy community for all.

Mission

To foster healthy communities through partnership, preparedness, prevention, promotion, and protection.

Values

Accountability – We serve responsibly with honesty and transparency.

Adaptability – We respond flexibly to emerging trends and circumstances.

Collaboration – We increase capacity and connection through partnership.

Equity – We act justly and fairly, respecting unique needs.

Empathy – We are compassionate and understanding.

Learn more in our 2024-2027 Strategic Plan.

Health Equity

We recognize our responsibility to take action and improve the health and wellness of our community, especially those who are impacted by inequities.

In accordance with both our organizational values and our Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity Policy, we understand that to do so, we must:

• identify and remove discriminatory biases and systemic barriers in our practice; 
• be accountable, thoughtful and evidence-informed in our approach;
• and foster an organizational culture that affirms difference, fosters diversity, and cultivates inclusivity.

We continue to:

• develop inclusive physical Health Unit spaces (including all-gender and gender inclusive washrooms) that reflect and address the needs of all people;
• provide our staff with education and training to offer culturally safe services; and
• update our procedures, forms and practice to offer equitable, inclusive services and public health information across our district. 

We also work with and learn from the experiences, wisdom and skills of other agencies and members of our community to build understanding of the people we serve, expand our reach, and collaborate on collective impact.

We are committed to being a respectful, safe and supportive environment for all employees and clients; to offering equitable health services; and to contributing to our vision of a healthy community for all.

Service Area

Our service area spans over 23,000 square kilometers and serves a population of approximately 134,400 within most of the Nipissing District, and all of the Parry Sound District. This catchment area includes 31 municipalities, six First Nations communities, and four unorganized areas (view our service area map).

We operate on the traditional territory of Dokis First Nation, Henvey Inlet First Nation, Magnetawan First Nation, Nipissing First Nation, Shawanaga First Nation, and Wasauksing First Nation. The district also includes the unceded traditional territory of the Algonquin people. These lands and waters have been under stewardship of Indigenous Peoples since time immemorial and continue to be home to diverse Indigenous communities, including First Nations, Inuit, and Métis from across Turtle Island and around the world. We are also situated on land covered by the Robinson Huron Treaty, and the Williams Treaties.

Programs and Services

As one of 29 public health units across Ontario, we:

• Promote healthy lifestyles including nutrition, active living, reproductive, sexual and dental health, and child development.
• Prevent tobacco use, substance and alcohol misuse, and injuries. Prevent diseases through clinical services for immunization, dental, and sexual health.
• Protect our communities from infectious diseases and environmental hazards in food, water, air, and soil.
• Prepare for, respond to and support recovery from major emergencies.

For detailed information on our services, view our programs and services page.

Organizational Structure

To see how our programs and services are structured, view our Organizational Chart

Contact Us

View our Contact Us page for office locations, addresses, phone numbers and email information.