The Maternity Centre at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) provides prenatal care for the residents of Thunder Bay and surrounding region. Our team is committed to providing evidence-based maternity care that is safe, respectful and culturally sensitive.

Self-referral can be made to be seen by a Nurse Practitioner, Family Medicine Physician, Social Worker, Kinesiologist, Dietician, and Lactation Consultant.

To be seen by an Obstetrician, a referral is needed from your primary health care provider or midwife.

During pregnancy, you are welcome to call the Maternity Centre to schedule an appointment with one of our prenatal care providers. All of our programs are accessible with your Ontario health card.

TBRHSC’s Maternity Centre welcomes the 121 babies born at our Hospital during the month of September. Congratulations on the new bundles of joy!

Find out more about our services by visiting https://bit.ly/TBRHSC-Maternity-Centre-info

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Recently, Chef Sykes (from St. Francis Xavier University) brought fresh flavours from Nova Scotia to Thunder Bay!

Guests at Confederation College and Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre enjoyed dishes like Sesame Char Tuna, Nova Scotian Donair, and Mint & Coriander Porchetta.

One attendee shared:

“At today’s event with Chef Sykes, the meals were incredible… they were so tasty, beautifully plated, and generous in portion. My favourite part was watching a student’s face light up as Chef Sykes plated her porchetta meal.”

Learn more about our food services: https://ca.sodexo.com/services/food-services

National Health Care Supply Chain Week (October 5-11) is an opportunity to recognize the importance of the health care supply chain professionals and honour them for their exceptional contributions to patient care and the innovative ways in which they support their health care organizations and communities.

The theme this year, “Confidence in every decision, care in every step”, celebrates the dedication of health care supply chain professionals who ensure quality, safety, and value at every turn, making informed choices, strengthening patient outcomes, and advancing the mission of care – the true embodiment of advancing health care through supply chain excellence. Here are some of the ways supply chain professionals at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre have contributed to organizational goals this year:

• Navigated supply chain challenges due to newly imposed tariffs by sourcing contracts with Canadian businesses.
• Collectively, Purchasing and Stores placed 17,107 purchase orders over the past year, which included 1,226,497 products, to over 852 suppliers.
• The Stores department orders, picks, and delivers out of four warehouses, which store over 1,538 unique products.
• Stores has topped up 3,501,274 individual stock items in the last year.
• Purchasing placed 239 capital purchases orders in the last 12 months.
• Purchasing currently manages over 1,400 contracts to ensure compliance and to deliver best value for money.
• This year Purchasing and Stores have serviced 219 functional cost centres.

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During Health Care Nutrition & Food Services Staff Appreciation Week, we would like to acknowledge the valuable contributions of the Nutrition and Food Services team in keeping our staff and patients well-nourished and healthy.

Preparing healthy meals for patients with diverse backgrounds and health needs and nutritious meals for staff and visitors is an integral part of health care. Nutrition is a form of care, and our team at TBRHSC delivers it with skill, compassion, and heart.

This week, let’s take the time to thank the hardworking and dedicated Nutrition and Food Services team.

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In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the lighting at Thunder Bay City Hall will glow pink until October 10. The pink lights serve as a visible reminder of the importance of breast cancer awareness, early detection, and support for those affected by the disease.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in Ontario, but when detected early through regular screening, it’s often easier to treat. This October, take a moment to learn about your screening options and encourage loved ones to do the same.

To learn more about local breast cancer screening services, visit tbrhsc.net/breast-cancer-screening.

Mental Illness Awareness Week (October 6-10), is an annual, national public education campaign designed to help Canadians better understand the reality of mental illness.

At Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre, the Mental Health Awareness Committee was formed with one goal in mind: to raise awareness of mental illness, mental health, and substance use and addictions, while working to break down the stigma. 

Please join the Mental Health Awareness Committee at any or all events listed throughout the week. Everyone is welcome; no registration is required.

New roof work over 3A will begin on October 10, 2025. This work will go on for five weeks. 

There will be a crane on site on October 10, to deliver material for the roof. Please use caution when traveling near these location, and take caution to all signs and barricades posted.   

See map below of the area work will be taking place in and where equipment will be. 

Any questions or concerns, please contact Darin Pretto at darin.pretto@tbh.net.

From October 5 to 11, 2025 we recognize Fire Prevention Week™. This year’s FPW campaign, “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home,” works to educate everyone about using these batteries safely. The campaign stresses how important it is to BUY, CHARGE, and RECYCLE safely when it comes to lithium-ion batteries.

Charge into Fire Safety: Three Steps

• Buy only listed products. When buying a product that uses a lithium-ion battery look for a safety certification mark such as UL, ETL, or CSA. This means it meets important safety standards.
• Charge devices safely. Always use the cords that came with the product to charge. Follow the instructions from the manufacturer. Buy new chargers from the manufacturer or one that the manufacturer has approved. Charge your device on a hard surface. Don’t overcharge your device. Unplug it or remove the battery when it’s fully charged.
• Recycle batteries responsibly. Don’t throw lithium-ion batteries in the trash or regular recycling bins because they could start a fire. Recycle your device or battery at a safe battery recycling location. Visit call2recycle.org to find a recycling spot near you.

This week is also an opportunity to share information about the importance of extinguishers and escape plans, as well as share fire safety tips such as:

• Develop escape plans that take everyone’s abilities into consideration and practice them regularly with everyone who lives in the home.
• Keep fire extinguishers in kitchens, basements, and garages, and know how to use them.
• Close doors at night to help slow the spread of fire and smoke.

Have questions or feedback? Contact Mēsha Richard, Lead, Emergency Preparedness via email at mesha.richard@tbh.net.

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Please be advised that the COVID-19 outbreak has been declared over on Adult Mental Health inpatient unit at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Center as of Saturday October 4, 2025. All restrictions have been lifted.  Please share this information with the appropriate staff. 

For more information, contact Infection Prevention and Control at extension 6094.

The next half of the Phase 9 of terrazzo repairs began the evening of Thursday, October 2nd.  Please refer to the attached map.  Work is expected to be completed by Wednesday, October 8th.

AREA F: October 2nd to 8th– WILL CLOSE OFF THE AREA AT THE BOTTOM OF THE GRAND STAIRCASE.  This will close access through the corridor and to the Cafeteria on Level 1.  – departments that would normally use this route for deliveries to Forensic Mental Health (FMH), e.g. N&FS, Pharmacy,
Housekeeping, etc., should utilize the dishwash room corridor and enter FMH via Corridor 1032, OR, go upstairs to Level 2 then back down to Level 1 via Elevator-01 at the East Entrance.

– STAFF ARE NOT TO USE THE FMH OR HOSPITALIST CORRIDORS TO ACCESS THE CAFETERIA

CODE RESPONSE ROUTES – ALL STAFF – please ensure that you review your normal response route and confirm your alternate route(s), if required.

Staff that enter/exit the facility via the East Entrance will have to follow similar detours as per previous phases, utilizing Elevator-01, Stair C and Stair-I.

SIGNAGE: During the closure at Area F, signage will be posted to detour patients and visitors to access the Cafeteria from all levels.  It would also be helpful and appreciated if staff could assist with wayfinding during this time. 

If you have any questions, please contact Kristi Judge in Capital Planning, at extension 7031 or kristi.judge@tbh.net or Darin Pretto at extension 6205 or darin.pretto@tbh.net.