Municipality of French River
44 St Christophe St P0M2N0 Noelville, ON, Canada

Starting Thursday, May 6, some essential workers can book an appointment for a COVID-19 vaccine locally and online booking will open to more groups https://www....phsd.ca/starting-thursday-may-6-some-essential/ As more COVID-19 vaccine continues to roll out locally, Public Health Sudbury & Districts is pleased to announce increased eligibility for individuals wishing to receive the vaccine. Starting Thursday, May 6, essential workers in Group 1 of the province’s Phase 2 schedule (Government of Ontario) will be able to book an appointment to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. In addition, more individuals will now have the option to book an appointment online, including adults 50 years of age and older in 2021 (born in 1971 or earlier). Essential workers who cannot work from home identified in Group 1 include: - Remaining elementary and secondary school workers (including educators, custodial, school bus drivers, administrative staff) - Workers responding to critical events (including police, fire, special constables, children’s aid society workers, emergency management, critical infrastructure restoration workers) - Enforcement, inspection and compliance roles (including by-law enforcement, building inspectors, food inspectors, animal welfare inspectors, border inspection officers, labour inspectors, WSIB field workers) - Remaining individuals working in licensed childcare settings (including all licensees, employees and students on educational placements who interact directly with children in licensed childcare centres and in authorized recreation and skill building programs, licensed home child care and in-home service providers, employees of home child care agencies) - Foster care agenda workers (including customary care providers) - Food manufacturing and distribution workers - Agriculture and farm workers - Funeral, crematorium and cemetery workers How to book an appointment in a Public Health clinic Book online Starting Thursday, May 6, adults 50 years of age and older in 2021 and essential workers in Group 1 will be able to book an appointment online. In addition, previously eligible individuals, including those with highest-risk and high-risk health conditions as well as Indigenous adults (First Nations, Inuit, and Metis) will be able to use the provincial system to book an appointment online. Online booking is a simple and efficient process and helps reduce call volumes. Individuals can also help people who are eligible by booking an appointment on their behalf. Visit https://covid-19.ontario.ca/book-vaccine/ Book by phone Starting Thursday, May 6, essential workers in Group 1 and all previously eligible individuals can also call to book an appointment. An individual can also help people who are eligible by calling to book an appointment on their behalf. Main line: call 705.674.2299 (toll-free: 1.800.708.2505), between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m., seven days a week. To help with call volumes, an additional call centre has been set up. Alternate line: call 1.844.782.2273, between 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., seven days a week. Who can book an appointment in a Public Health clinic All vaccination clinics are by appointment only and COVID-safe measures are in place. You must not attend a clinic if you have any symptoms of COVID-19 or if you are in isolation due to a COVID-19 exposure. Currently, across Greater Sudbury and the districts of Sudbury and Manitoulin, Public Health is continuing to offer COVID-19 vaccine to all previously eligible groups. Visit phsd.ca/COVID-19/vaccine-clinics for details on local vaccine eligibility, for booking information, and for upcoming vaccination clinic dates and locations. Pharmacy and primary care vaccine locations Select pharmacies across the province are booking appointments for AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines for eligible people aged 40 or older in 2021 (born in 1981 or earlier). You must have an appointment with the pharmacy to get vaccinated at a participating pharmacy. For a current list of pharmacies, visit https://covid-19.ontario.ca/vaccine-locations. Adults born in 1972 or later are not yet eligible for mass immunization clinics in Sudbury and districts. Select primary care offices are also booking appointments for the COVID-19 vaccine by reaching out directly to eligible individuals. For more information or if you have questions about the COVID-19 vaccine, please visit phsd.ca/COVID-19 or call Public Health Sudbury & Districts at 705.522.9200 (toll-free 1.866.522.9200). Public Health returns all calls received; however, at times, inquiry volumes are high. Patience is appreciated. https://www.phsd.ca/starting-thursday-may-6-some-essential/

The #2021Census has been adapted because of #COVID19 and will be conducted in the safest way possible. By filling out your census questionnaire, you help shape your community and support important decision-making that affects all Canadians. https://bit.ly/3fsHoHu

COVID-19 vaccine appointment booking now available for adults 50 and older in 2021 https://www.phsd.ca/covid-19-vaccine-appointment-booking-n/ Public Health Su...dbury & Districts is pleased to announce that starting tonight, individuals who are 50 years of age and older in this calendar year (born in 1971 or earlier) can call to book an appointment to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. At this time, appointments are available only through phone bookings. As of Thursday, May 6, 2021, online booking for those who are 50 years and older this year will be possible using the provincial online booking system. How to book an appointment in a Public Health clinic Book by phone Starting May 3, adults 50 years of age and older in 2021 can call to book an appointment. Individuals can also help people who are eligible by calling to book an appointment on their behalf. Main line: call 705.674.2299 (toll-free: 1.800.708.2505), between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m., seven days a week. To help with call volumes, an additional call centre has been set up. Alternate line: call 1.844.782.2273, between 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., seven days a week. Who can book an appointment in a Public Health clinic All vaccination clinics are by appointment only and COVID-safe measures are in place. You must not attend a clinic if you have any symptoms of COVID-19 or if you are in isolation due to a COVID-19 exposure. Currently, across Greater Sudbury and the districts of Sudbury and Manitoulin, Public Health is continuing to offer COVID-19 vaccine to all previously eligible groups. Visit phsd.ca/COVID-19/vaccine-clinics for details on local vaccine eligibility, for booking information, and for upcoming vaccination clinic dates and locations. For more information or if you have questions about the COVID-19 vaccine, please visit phsd.ca/COVID-19 or call Public Health Sudbury & Districts at 705.522.9200 (toll-free 1.866.522.9200). Public Health returns all calls received; however, at times, inquiry volumes are high. Patience is appreciated.

Virtual council meeting set for tomorrow May 5th. You can tune in via the link provided here

Have a local business in the area, check out our website to fill out a form to get added to the directory

The Municipality has posted surplus equipment for sale. Please follow the link for more information. https://www.govdeals.ca/index.cfm

Premier Ford, Minister Elliott, Minister Jones, and General Hillier make an Announcement

Premier Ford, Minister Elliott, and Minister Jones make an Announcement

Ontario Declares Second Provincial Emergency to Address COVID-19 Crisis and Save Lives Province Issues Stay-at-Home Order and Introduces Enhanced Enforcement Measures to Reduce mobility. Effective Thursday, January 14, 2021at 12:01 a.m., the government is issuing a stay-at-home order requiring everyone to remain at home with exceptions for essential purposes, such as going to the grocery store or pharmacy, accessing health care services, for exercise or for essential work. Th...is order and other new and existing public health restrictions are aimed at limiting people's mobility and reducing the number of daily contacts with those outside an immediate household. In addition to limiting outings to essential trips, all businesses must ensure that any employee who can work from home, does work from home. In response to the alarming and exceptional circumstances at hand, and to further interrupt the deadly trend of transmission in Ontario communities, hospitals, and long-term care homes, the government will enact the following additional public health measures: - Outdoor organized public gatherings and social gatherings are further restricted to a limit of five people with limited exceptions. This is consistent with the rules during the lockdown during the first wave of COVID-19 in spring 2020 and will allow individuals and families to enjoy time outdoors safely. - Individuals are required to wear a mask or face-covering in the indoor areas of businesses or organizations that are open. Wearing a mask or face covering is now recommended outdoors when you can't physically distance more than two metres. - All non-essential retail stores, including hardware stores, alcohol retailers, and those offering curbside pickup or delivery, must open no earlier than 7 a.m. and close no later than 8 p.m. The restricted hours of operation do not apply to stores that primarily sell food, pharmacies, gas stations, convenience stores, and restaurants for takeout or delivery. - Non-essential construction is further restricted, including below-grade construction, exempting survey. https://news.ontario.ca//ontario-declares-second-provincia

The Municipality of French River would like to acknowledge and thank the volunteers at the French River Fire Department for fixing the Christmas tree lights in Noëlville and Alban this evening. Our volunteers couldn’t have completed this work without the generosity from Robert Carriere at Northern Contracting for the use of his Genie Boom, and to Public Works for floating the equipment between towns to see the job through.

‘Tis the season to be COVID-safe. Here are a few tips to shop safely this holiday season. Be flexible and delay your shopping if you’re feeling unwell. Lim...it the number of stores you visit and the number of outings you make. Make a shopping list in advance to shorten the amount of time spent in each store. Try shopping during non-peak hours, or during special hours (for older adults, or for those who are immunocompromised). Shop locally at your favourite stores, or online. Stay COVID-safe by maintaining physical distance, wearing a face covering, and sanitizing your hands often. This holiday season is like no other; be patient, be kind, and be COVID-safe while you shop. For more information, visit: phsd.ca/health-topics-/diseases-infections//covid-safety/ #COVIDSafeHoliday #TisTheSeason #Sudbury #Manitoulin #PublicHealth

Many businesses are gearing up for their busiest time of the year. Providing COVID-safe services to keep customers and employees safe is critical. Here are some... helpful tips for business owners and operators to reduce the risk this season: Ask employees to self-screen before their scheduled shift. If they have any symptoms of COVID-19 tell them to stay home and get tested. Encourage employees to monitor their own symptoms throughout the workday. If they become ill, they should self-isolate, and seek testing. Continue to promote frequent handwashing. Clean and disinfect surfaces often. Have customers and employees practise physical distancing while working, shopping, and waiting in line. All customers, clients, and visitors entering enclosed public spaces in Sudbury and districts must wear a face covering unless they have an exemption. Stay informed and continue to share information with your employees. For more workplace guidance on COVID-19, visit: https://www.phsd.ca//cor/guidance-for-employers-covid-19/ #Sudbury #COVID19 #Manitoulin #PublicHealth

The Ford government needs to keep their budget promises and actually do something about broadband services in Ontario.

The municipality along with the French River Fire Department would like to honour and express our sincerest condolences for fallen officer Marc Hovingh, his family, colleagues and friends.

Are you ready? A significant snowfall is on the way. Give yourself extra time to get to your destination safely and slow down... tonight AND tomorrow morning. #SeeSnowGoSlow

Members of the #NipissingWestOPP wish to remind all parents, children and motorists to practice safety precautions to make the evening a memorable one. Childre...n and Parents: Carry a flashlight and select a costume with bright colours and reflective material to increase visibility to drivers. Use makeup instead of masks. Masks can reduce one's ability to see obstacles, vehicles and other people. Avoid baggy, long and oversized costumes that can be a tripping hazard. Walk, don't run and remember to stop, look and listen before crossing the street. Never criss-cross the street. Cross at crosswalks or intersections. Call on one side of the street, then the other. Never trick or treat alone, go with a buddy, in a group or with an adult. If trick or treating with friends tell your parents/guardians your route and when you will be home. Stay in familiar neighbourhoods and only go to homes that are well lit and that are participating in Halloween. Never go inside a stranger's house to get your treat. Always have your treats checked by an adult before eating them. Motorists: Drive slowly in residential areas where children are more likely to be trick or treating. Watch out for children, many of whom may be wearing costumes with masks that make it difficult for them to see. Children are excited; they may dart out in traffic. Remember that costumes can limit a child's vision and they may not be able to see your vehicle. Reduce your distractions and stay alert. Remember to enter and exit driveways slowly and carefully. Proceed with caution. Put down your phone for safety sake! Never drive while impaired! Click on this link for a fun & interactive game for children: https://billybuddy.ca/app/en/flash_launcher?which=halloween For more information on Halloween safety visit: https://kidsintheknow.ca//KIK_SafetyHabitsHalloween2019_en For more information on how you can celebrate Halloween in a COVID-safe way, visit the Public Health Sudbury & Districts website: https://www.phsd.ca/keep-covid-19-out-of-the-halloween-fri/ Consider printing one of the attached posters to let your neighbours know if you are handing out treats this year. ^mc

Remembrance Day 2020 - November 11, 2020 Today marked a very different Remembrance Day unlike any other ones we've ever witnessed. Nevertheless the event was c...arried on in a very different environment none better fitting than Verchères St Parkette (Cenotaph Location) in Noelville in the Municipality of French River. https://www.frenchriver.ca/ Some 30 people maintaining their distance to one another came at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month to pay their respect to our veterans who have sacrificed so much to allow us to enjoy the freedom that we have today. Kudos to Jacques Bouffard and to all of those that have taken the time out of their busy schedule to put together this incredible memorial for all of us. Here are a few photos from the event.

Call to reserve your kit now. Appeler pour reserver votre trousse.

The COVID Alert app doesn’t know your name, location or your health information but it DOES let you know if you’ve been in contact with a someone who tested positive for #Covid19. Know the facts. Click here to download the app: https://www.canada.ca//coronavirus-diseas/covid-alert.html

To view Library Job posting follow this link: https://www.frenchriver.ca/p/employment-opportunities-

Week 6: LEGO volcano (follow the link for tutorial!) https://littlebinsforlittlehands.com/build-a-lego-volcano-/ (This activity has STEAM learning applications... (chemical reactions)) Semaine 6: volcan LEGO (suivez le lien pour le tutoriel!) Https://littlebinsforlittlehands.com/build-a-lego-volcano-/ (Cette activité a des applications d'apprentissage STEAM (réactions chimiques)

Call for Committee Members! The Municipality of French River is seeking applications for the following Boards/Committees: One (1) Public Member - Environmental Advisory Committee (EAC) *Further information on the Committee in person at the municipal office or use Drop Down Menu on the left side under Council Committees... One (1) Public Member - French River Public Library *Further information on the Board, please call 708-898-2965 or in person at the library. The Volunteer Application Form contains the application process and is available on our website https://frenchriver.municipalwebsites.ca//Volunteer%20Appl or in person at the municipal office. Interested individuals are asked to submit the completed Form before November 13, 2020 at 2:00pm.

We reporting six new cases of #COVID19 (181 cases; 54 active). Through contact tracing, Public Health will notify all close contacts directly. If you are not co...ntacted by Public Health, you are not considered a close contact. Details: https://www.phsd.ca/public-service-announcement-six-new-co/ Of the newly reported cases (#176 to #181), four are from Greater Sudbury, and two are from Sudbury district. Two are close contacts of known cases, and the remaining are still under investigation. All are following Public Health direction and are self-isolating. #PublicHealth #Sudbury

We are reporting a new #COVID19 case in a resident in our service area (Greater Sudbury, Sudbury District, and Manitoulin District) [11 active cases]. Through c...ontact tracing, Public Health will notify all close contacts directly. If you are not contacted by Public Health, you are not considered a close contact. https://www.phsd.ca/public-service-announcement-new-confir/ See more

We are reporting four new #COVID19 cases in residents in our service area (Greater Sudbury, Sudbury District, and Manitoulin District). Through contact tracing,... Public Health will notify all close contacts directly. If you are not contacted by Public Health, you are not considered a close contact. https://www.phsd.ca/public-service-announcement-four-new-c/ As always, we encourage everyone to be supportive, respectful and treat everyone with dignity, both online and in-person. We all have a role in supporting each other and the health of our community. #Sudbury #PublicHealth

The Municipality of French River is streaming Council meetings live through YouTube to our Civic Web Portal. To view live Council Meetings please visit either our Civic Web Portal where you will find our Council Agendas, Reports, and Minutes, or subscribe to our YouTube Channel and get notifications when the Municipality is live. Please use the following link to view the live video feed on our Civic Web Portal. (https://frenchriver.civicweb.net/Portal/Video.aspx) To subscri...be to our YouTube Channel, follow this link: (https://www.youtube.com/.../UCGbjTOEBJ2BmzvW.../featured) To receive notifications from YouTube follow these steps: 1. Go to the channel page. 2. If you're not subscribed, tap Subscribe. When you subscribe to a channel, you’ll automatically get personalized notifications. 3. Next to "Subscribe," tap the bell icon. 4. Tap Options at the bottom of the screen to choose between receiving all, personalized, or no notifications. Those wishing to submit a question or a comment on any of the agenda items (found on our Civic Web Portal only), please do so by emailing the Clerk at [email protected] by 4:00 PM on the date of the meeting. See more

Dr. Penny Sutcliffe shares her thoughts on COVID-19 and the flu season. It is important to get the flu shot every year as our immunity decreases over time and t...he influenza strain changes year over year. This year, the flu shot is more important than ever in protecting our health and our health care system. The flu season typically runs from November to April and it takes about two-weeks for us to develop immunity after receiving the flu shot. Please be patient as it is early in the season, so it takes some time for the vaccine to arrive. Be proactive and book an appointment now at your health care provider, Public Health, or your pharmacy. #PublicHealth #Sudbury #Manitoulin #COVID19

With Halloween fast approaching, Public Health Sudbury & Districts is reminding everyone to take steps to celebrate in a COVID-safe way. https://www.phsd.ca/keep-covid-19-out-of-the-halloween-fri/ Consider printing a poster to help let your neighbours know if you are handing out treats. https://www.ontario.ca//how-celebrate-halloween-during-cov Comme l’Halloween approche à grands pas, Santé publique Sudbury et districts rappelle à tout le monde de prendre des mesures pour ...célébrer en assurant une protection contre la COVID. https://www.phsd.ca//celebrez-lhalloween-sans-peur-de-con/ Pensez à imprimer une affiche pour mieux faire savoir à vos voisins si vous distribuez des friandises à l’Halloween. https://www.ontario.ca//comment-celebrer-lhalloween-pendan

This year the annual influenza epidemic is on a collision course with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Public Health Sudbury & Districts is encouraging everyone s...ix months of age and older to get their flu shot and avoid the twindemic. Even more important this year, the flu shot helps keep you healthy and helps keep our health care system from being overwhelmed by people who may be ill with serious respiratory illness. https://www.phsd.ca/avoid-the-twindemic-this-year-the-flu-/