Please be aware there is a full network interruption for 2B, 2C and PCI units from 9:00 p.m. EST on January 8 to January 9 5:00 a.m. EST.

Please see attached memo for more information.

Notice of Flooring Work – Access impact to SLC, Elevator-01 and Stair-A.    

The flooring in the corridors outside of Elevator-01 (along the terrace) and into SLC will be replaced starting on Monday, December 23 until Tuesday, December 31 (no work on Christmas and Boxing Days). To accommodate this work, travel through these areas will not be permissible until the work is complete.

Please see the attached for an alternate access route to SLC. Please note that access to and from Elevator-01 and Stair-A at the 3rd level is not possible during the work.

For access to SLC, please use the hallway around the back of the Auditorium. Signage will be posted to help with wayfinding, as well as inside Elev-01 and Stair-A. Access to SLC from the East Entrance can be via the Grand Staircase or the main lobby elevator (ELEV-04) adjacent to the Grand Staircase.

If you have any questions, please contact Casey Ladouceur in Capital Planning at casey.ladouceur@tbh.net or 807-684-7233.

Shared on behalf of Jeannine Verdenik, Vice President, People & Culture

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The holiday stats are being observed on Wednesday, December 25, Thursday, December 26 and Wednesday, January 1.

Attached is the department closure list, please share with your staff as required.

Happy Holidays!

The iCare Impact Awards program is open to all employees, professional staff, Patient Family Advisors, and volunteers of Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre and Thunder Bay Regional Health Research Institute. It provides a forum for peer-to-peer recognition of positive impacts on our patients and their families.

Cast your vote at https://icarevoting.tbrhsc.net/. Voting closes December 20.

Offer extended until December 23.

View Catalogue

For more information and to register, visit https://acoservices.ca/.

Join the Thunder Brass for a Christmas music performance on December 19 at 4 p.m. The 45 minute performance will take place in the main lobby across from Seasons Gift Shop.

Thunder Brass is a 5-piece brass quintet, will be performing holiday songs for anyone to enjoy. Donations raised will be in support of the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation!

Title: Managing Stress During the Holidays

Date: Thursday, December 19

Time: 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Location: Auditorium B

Presenter: Erin Montelpare, Counsellor/Psychotherapist, Thunder Bay Counselling

Snacks and refreshments will be provided!

This wellness presentation, titled “Managing Stress During the Holidays” focuses on equipping participants with effective tools to handle the stress often associated with the holidays. Key topics include the importance of self-care practices, such as maintaining a healthy lifestyle and prioritizing rest, along with setting realistic goals to reduce overwhelm. Participants will learn to cope with common stressors, plan ahead to minimize last-minute pressures, and establish personal boundaries to maintain balance. Additionally, mindfulness techniques like meditation and deep breathing will be introduced to help attendees stay present and cultivate inner peace. By applying these strategies, participants can navigate the holiday season with greater ease and joy.

Presented by:

Erin Montelpare is a Counsellor/Psychotherapist with Thunder Bay Counselling, the provider of our Employee and Family Assistance Program.  She is a mental health professional that takes a holistic approach to health and well-being. With a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology, Erin has a passion for helping others and believes that mental health is integral to overall wellness. Erin incorporates CBT and mindfulness-based strategies into her wellness philosophy. She enjoys sharing her knowledge with others. When she’s not working, Erin loves spending time outdoors, and connecting with her community.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/winter-solstice-storytelling-with-elder-ma-nee-chacaby-tickets-1105505028299?aff=oddtdtcreator

Get into the festive spirit with our holiday-themed trivia! From December 16 to December 20, participate in a fun and engaging trivia game for a chance to be entered into a prize draws.

How to join:

1. Available on the iNtranet or the following link: https://trivia.tbrhsc.net
2. Answer the questions and submit your responses.
3. Wait for your chance to win exciting prizes!