Welland-McMaster Family Health Team

03/02/2026

March is Nutrition Month! During Nutrition Month, we want to celebrate the meaningful work dietitians do every day, from managing chronic conditions and navigating food challenges to supporting families and strengthening community programs. Here’s to nourishing lives at every stage. A big shout-out to our Registered Dietitian, Deborah, for the high-quality, compassionate care she shows to her patients!

02/24/2026

Two days and counting!
Redefining Beauty Health & Wellness Symposium
Brought to you by Positive Living Niagara & Future Black Female

If you haven’t yet registered, reserve your free spot now!

🔗Register now: positivelivingniagara.com/redefining-beauty

📅When: Thursday, February 26, 2026

🕘Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

* Where: The Exchange - Cultural Hub & Market (5943 Sylvia Pl., Niagara Falls)
Positive Living Niagara and Future Black Female have created this intentional, FREE space for BIPOC Women, Two-Spirit, and Non-Binary individuals to come together for a day of healing, connection, and celebration.

Keynote Speaker: Asha Ulusow - a visionary in the field of health equity, serving as the Research Coordinator at Women’s College Hospital (WCH) within the Women and HIV Research Program (WHRP). Her work is at the vital intersection of HIV research and community-led systems change, focusing on models of care that are women-centered and equity-informed. As the recipient of the 2025 Winston Husbands Leadership Award, Asha leads the HOPE (Harnessing Opportunities for Progress through Lived Experience) Research Program, amplifying the voices of African, Caribbean, and Black communities

02/23/2026

In Niagara, approximately one in three adults drink at levels that place them at moderate to high risk, based on Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health. Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol & Health shows 6 or fewer drinks/week helps avoid increasingly high risks for health issues. It’s OK if you’re not there yet. Remember, any reduction helps lower your risk. Every little bit counts. Here are some tips for starting. https://www.ccsa.ca/en/guidance-tools-resources/substance-use-and-addiction/alcohol/canadas-guidance-alcohol-and-health

02/18/2026

Thinking about quitting smoking? We can help!
Patients who wish to reduce or abstain from ni****ne-based products such as ci******es or electronic vapes can sign up for our smoking cessation program.

What the program offers:
- Ongoing one-on-one appointments with a pharmacist for counselling, for up to 1 year
- Assistance in developing a plan for reducing or quitting
- Up to 26 weeks of free ni****ne replacement products (NRT) such as patches, gum, lozenges, or inhalers, if appropriate, provided through the STOP (Smoking Treatment for Ontario Patients) program in partnership with CAMH (Centre for Addiction and Mental Health)
- Alternatively, we can also work with your doctor to see if prescription products such as Champix or Zyban are right for you

Who is eligible?
- 18 years or older
- All patients of the Welland McMaster Family Health Team
- Ready and motivated to quit within 30 days

How do I book an appointment?
Through our website, www.wellandmcmasterfht.com/onlinebooking.php or call us at 905-704-3660

02/17/2026

In order to take steps to reduce your alcohol consumption for a healthier life, you need to know how much you currently drink. Where do you find yourself on this chart? If you’re drinking more than 6 standard drinks a week, you’re at an increasingly high risk for health issues. The good news is that any reduction helps lower the risks. Every little bit counts. https://www.ccsa.ca/en/guidance-tools-resources/substance-use-and-addiction/alcohol/canadas-guidance-alcohol-and-health

02/12/2026

Welland McMaster Family Health Team, Fonthill Family Medical Centre, and Rose City Medical Associates will be closed on Monday, February 16 for Family Day. Regular office hours will resume on Tuesday, February 17.

Have a safe and happy Family Day weekend!

02/09/2026

The beginning of the year is a time to refresh and reset with a focus on making positive changes to your health and lifestyle. One change you might consider making is reducing your alcohol consumption. You may have heard: to reduce health risks from drinking alcohol, you should have no more than 6 drinks a week. It’s OK if you’re not there yet. It may take time to adjust. Any reduction helps lower your risk. Every little bit counts. https://www.ccsa.ca/en/guidance-tools-resources/substance-use-and-addiction/alcohol/canadas-guidance-alcohol-and-health

02/03/2026

The Niagara North Family Health Team operates After Hours Cough, Cold and Flu Care Clinics. Patients can call 289-267-2879 to book an appointment on clinic days with phone lines opening at 1:00 p.m. Appointments are first-come, first served until spots are filled.

Clinics are running through to Monday, March 30, 2026 at the following locations from 4:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.:
Mondays and Wednesdays – 101 Garrison Village Drive, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Thursdays – 145 Carlton Street, Unit 7, St. Catharines
Fridays – 1338 Fourth Avenue, Suite S100, St. Catharines
https://noht-eson.ca/niagara-cough-cold-and-flu-care-clinics/

01/26/2026

***Please be advised***Due to inclement weather, the Welland McMaster Family Health Team, will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026. All appointments with Family Health Team Staff are cancelled and will need to be rescheduled, including phone call appointments as our staff do not currently have remote access. We apologize for this inconvenience, but we want to ensure the safety of our patients and staff. Thank you for your understanding. Doctors offices remain open.

01/20/2026

Looking for a way to stay active this winter? The Centre de santé communautaire Hamilton Niagara holds weekly walking groups at the Seaway Mall!

01/20/2026

Virtual Urgent Care services are available from Ontario Health. Receive medical care without leaving your home (please note, this is not for emergencies. If you are experiencing a life-threatening issue, call 911 or proceed to your nearest Emergency Department).

Do you have an urgent, non-life-threatening medical issue, but aren’t sure where to go for care? 🤔
Connect with a medical professional through a secure video chat from your home with Urgentcareontario.ca.

To learn more call 1-844-227-3844 or visit: https://www.urgentcareontario.ca/

01/16/2026

Saviez-vous que nous offrons des services dentaires aux personnes âgées?
Le POSDA est un programme provincial gratuit de soins dentaires destiné aux personnes âgées de 65 ans et plus qui remplissent les conditions d'admissibilité.

Pour toute assistance ou question, veuillez communiquer avec :
Hamilton – Julie – 905-528-0163 au poste 3423 et 905-517-4643
Welland – Marie-Claude – 905-734-1141 au poste 2282
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Did you know we have dental services for seniors?
The OSDCP is a free provincial dental care program for eligible seniors 65 and over.

For all assistance and questions contact:
Hamilton – Julie Bianco – 905-528-0163 ext 3423 & 905-517-4643
Welland – Marie-Claude Vivaldo – 905-734-1141 ext 2282