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The Barrie and Area Ontario Health Team (OHT) has a committed focus on the health and social care needs of residents in our communities.

Together with our partners, we are working towards a care system that puts our patients, clients, family members and

11/12/2025

Not sure which health care service is right for you or where to start? 😟 You're not alone.

Navigating the health care system and finding the right local care and services can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be that way. We're here to guide you every step of the way, helping you understand your options and connect with the support you need.

Whether you're looking for primary care, specialist services or community health resources, we've got you covered. Our goal is to make health care simple, accessible and tailored to you.

To learn more and take control of your health journey, visit 👉 https://baoht.ca/

11/11/2025

Remembrance Day is a time to reflect on the bravery of the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

We honour their memory, their families and all who continue to protect and serve with courage and compassion.

May we carry forward their legacy through kindness, connection and community. 🌺

11/07/2025

Each year on November 11, our community pauses to remember the bravery, sacrifice, and service of those who fought for our freedom.

In Barrie, the Remembrance Day Ceremony provides a meaningful opportunity to reflect together and show gratitude to veterans, active members of the Canadian Armed Forces and their families.

Ceremony Details
📍 Location: Memorial Square, Downtown Barrie
• 6 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. – Cadets stand vigil at the Cenotaph
• 10 a.m. – Parade begins at Dunlop & Mulcaster Streets and marches toward Memorial Square
• 11 a.m. – Two minutes of silence, wreath-laying ceremony, and Feu de Joie rifle salute

🚗 Getting There
• Arrive early to find a viewing spot along Dunlop Street or at Memorial Square
• Road closures will be in effect downtown from 6 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Dunlop, Mulcaster, Owen & Collier Streets)
• Veterans and one companion may ride Barrie Transit free all day with proof of service

📞 For more details, contact the Barrie Legion Branch 147 at 705-728-1412
🌐 Learn more at www.barrie.ca/RemembranceDay

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11/05/2025

💙 Celebrating 25 Years of Hope, Growth and Transformation with New Path!

On September 24, our community came together to celebrate 25 incredible years of impact at New Path Youth & Family Services. More than 200 people joined the celebration, including families, youth, staff, community partners, and local leaders, for an afternoon filled with connection, smiles and stories of growth.

For 25 years, New Path has supported children, youth, and families through accessible mental health programs and counselling services that foster healing, resilience, and hope. Their work continues to strengthen the health and well-being of our entire region.

Here’s to the next 25 years of hope, growth and transformation. 💙

📍 Learn more about their programs and services at https://newpath.ca/

11/03/2025

Every November, communities across Canada come together to raise awareness for men’s health. From prostate and testicular cancer to mental health and su***de prevention. 💙

Did you know?
👉 1 in 8 Canadian men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime.
👉 Men are 3x more likely to die by su***de than women.
👉 Early detection and open conversations can save lives.

This Movember, let’s break the silence and start the conversation. 🗣️
Check in on a friend. Book that screening. Reach out for support. You’re not alone, and help is closer than you think. 🤝

💻 Find trusted local and provincial resources:
• https://baoht.ca/find-services/i-need-mental-health-and-addictions-support/
• health811.ontario.ca
• https://www.cancercareontario.ca/en/types-of-cancer/prostate
• https://cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/cancer-types/prostate/what-is-prostate-cancer
• https://cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/cancer-types/prostate/finding-cancer-early

💬 Let’s work together for a healthier community, because every conversation matters.

10/31/2025

🎃 Halloween is just around the corner, and it’s one of the most exciting nights of the year for kids and families!

We want to make sure the night is filled with laughter and memories, while also keeping our community safe.

Here are a few simple tips to help protect our little ghosts and goblins:

✔ Add reflective tape to costumes so kids can be seen in the dark
✔ Carry a flashlight or glow stick for extra visibility
✔ Check candy before eating to make sure it’s safe
✔ Remind kids to walk, not run, between houses and always watch for traffic

With a little preparation, families can enjoy a safe, spooky and fun-filled Halloween. 🧡

10/28/2025

Have you checked your boo-bies lately? 👻 👻

A mammogram can find breast cancer early, as that is when it’s easiest to treat.

Contact the Simcoe Muskoka Cancer Screening Hotline at 1-866-608-6910 for help staying up to date on cancer screening.

10/24/2025

Partner Spotlight: Barrie Community Health Centre's My Best Weight Program

Finding and maintaining a healthy weight is about more than numbers on a scale. My Best Weight, offered through Barrie Community Health Centre, supports people in making realistic and sustainable changes to improve their overall health.

This program helps participants:
✔ Set personal, achievable health goals
✔ Build confidence in making healthy lifestyle choices
✔ Learn about nutrition, physical activity, and self-care
✔ Access ongoing guidance and group support

💙 My Best Weight focuses on long-term success by helping individuals discover the strategies that work best for them.

🩺 Learn more about My Best Weight and how to get started by visiting 👉 connectbchc.ca/about-my-best-weight

10/22/2025

🌍 Did you know the Barrie and Area Ontario Health Team (BAOHT) serves a wide range of communities across Simcoe County?

Together with our partners, we connect people to health and social care services close to home in:
📍 Barrie
📍 Innisfil
📍 Springwater
📍 Oro-Medonte
📍 Essa Township

By working together, we’re helping residents in these communities access:
✔ Primary care and hospital services
✔ Mental health and community supports
✔ Home care and long-term care resources
✔ Health equity and accessibility initiatives

💙 No matter where you live in our region, BAOHT is here to help you and your loved ones find the right care, at the right time.

🤝 Learn more about the communities we serve and explore local resources at https://baoht.ca/

10/20/2025

✨👗 Empower Simcoe’s Annual Community Champions Fashion Show is back!

This exciting event brings together community, creativity, and compassion in support of people of all ages with intellectual disabilities and their families across Simcoe County.

The evening features:
💃 A dazzling runway show
🎶 Live entertainment
🎟 Raffles, prizes, and more
💙 A chance to celebrate inclusion and community

By attending, you’ll be helping Empower Simcoe continue its mission of supporting individuals to live meaningful lives through inclusive opportunities and services.

🌟 Learn more about the Fashion Show and how to get tickets at empowersimcoe.ca/foundation/fashion-show

10/17/2025

👩‍⚕️ Did you know?

Nurse Practitioners (NPs) are highly trained health care providers who care for people of all ages. They help make health care more accessible to families across our community.

Here’s what a Nurse Practitioner can do for you and your loved ones:
✔ Listen to your health history and do check-ups
✔ Diagnose illnesses and explain treatment options
✔ Prescribe and manage medications
✔ Order and review bloodwork and other lab tests
✔ Admit, treat, and discharge patients in the hospital
✔ Request certain diagnostic imaging tests (like X-rays)
✔ Connect you directly with specialists when needed

NPs combine advanced medical knowledge with a compassionate, people-first approach, helping you get the right care, at the right time. 💙

🩺 Looking for care in Barrie and the surrounding areas? Visit https://georgiannplc.ca/ to learn more about the Ontario Health-funded Georgian Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic (GNPLC), where nurse practitioners provide accessible, patient-centred care for our community.

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