Abuse and Sexual Assault - Northern
Abuse is the infliction of direct physical, sexual, psychological threat or harm. Sexual assault is any form of non-consensual sexual activity with another person. This section offers a variety of organizations available to victims of abuse and assault as well as their perpetrators.

Abuse and Sexual Assault Helplines
Adult Survivors of Abuse
Child Abuse, Well-Being, and Welfare
Elder Abuse and Neglect
Gender-Based Violence Prevention and Response
Gender-Based Violence Shelters
Intimate Partner Violence Counselling
Victim Services

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

For the most current information visit the Ministry of Health's Coronavirus (COVID-19) website.

Contact your primary care provider or Telehealth Ontario at  1-866-797-0000 if you’re experiencing symptoms of the 2019 novel coronavirus.

Do not call 911 unless it is an emergency.

Ministry of Health's online self-assessment tool is available.


COVID-19 Testing Locations

Anyone who needs a test can get one and does not need an OHIP card. Tests are available by appointment only at assessment centres and at pharmacies.



Ontario is taking the next steps in its plan to better integrate the province’s health care system to help end hallway health care

You will continue to have access to the care you need and the health care providers you have built relationships with. Home care continues as before and there are no changes to long-term care home placement.

Patient services and contacts will remain unchanged until further notice.

For more information about how Ontario is improving the health care system, visit ontario.ca/connectedcare or contact Service Ontario Health INFOline at 1-866-532-3161 (TTY 1-800-387-5559).