Resources
Below are resource links that provide information to help you and your family find the care and supports you may need. The Grey-Bruce OHT will continue to add resource information here to help connect you to programs and services in the area.
Grey-Bruce Hospitals
Grey Bruce Health Services
- Lion’s Head 22 Moore Street |
519-793-3424 - Markdale 55 Isla Street |
519-986-3040 - Meaford 229 Nelson Street |
519-538-1311 - Owen Sound 1800 8th St East |
519-376-2121 - Southampton 340 High Street |
519-797-3230 - Wiarton 369 Mary Street |
519-534-1260
Hanover & District Hospital
- Hanover 90 7th Avenue |
519-364-2340
South Bruce Grey Health Centre
- Chesley 390 2nd St SE |
519-363-2340 - Durham 320 College Street |
519-369-2340 - Kincardine 1199 Queen Street |
519-396-3331 - Walkerton 21 McGivern Street |
519-881-1220
Virtual Urgent Care Clinic
Non-emergency virtual medical visit appointments are available Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. To request a visit or to find out if a virtual visit is right for you, visit the Virtual Urgent Care page on the Grey-Bruce Health Services website.
Note: If you are in severe distress, experiencing a medical emergency, or your symptoms worsen while you wait, please call 911 or go to your nearest Emergency Department.
Grey Bruce Public Health
Grey Bruce Public Health provides public health services to the residents of Grey and Bruce counties and supports and promotes building healthy communities.
Owen Sound 101 17th Street East | 519-376-9420
Flu Vaccines
Who should get the flu shot?
The flu shot is available for everyone aged 6 months or older at no cost. Getting the flu shot is your best defence against getting the flu. While the flu is typically mild for healthy individuals, it can lead to severe complications or even be fatal for older adults, young children, and those with compromised immune systems.
Where to get your flu shot in Grey Bruce
The flu shot is now available at no cost to all Ontarians 6 months of age and older through primary care providers, local pharmacies and Public Health community vaccination clinics in Grey Bruce. Please contact your primary care provider to find out if they are offering the flu shot.
Click the links below to book an appointment at a participating pharmacy or community vaccination clinic. If you need assistance, please call 2-1-1.
More information about the flu vaccine
To learn more about the flu vaccine, please visit the below credible health sources:
- Grey Bruce Public Health
- Government of Ontario: Get the facts about the flu shot
- Government of Canada: Get your flu shot
- Ontario Health Flu Facts
For information on RSV please visit Grey Bruce Public Health Respiratory Syncytial Virus
COVID-19 Vaccines
In September 2023, Health Canada approved an updated COVID-19 vaccine for individuals 6 months of age and older. This updated vaccine better protects against the new Omicron XBB variant.
Who should get the COVID-19 vaccine?
The updated COVID-19 vaccine is available for everyone aged 6 months or older at no cost.
The Ministry of Health recommends getting the updated vaccine if you have never received a COVID-19 vaccine or if you were previously vaccinated and it has been six months since your last COVID-19 vaccine dose or confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection.
Where to get your COVID-19 vaccine in Grey Bruce
The updated COVID-19 vaccine is now available at no cost to all Ontarians 6 months of age and older through local pharmacies and Public Health community vaccination clinics in Grey Bruce.
Click on the links below to book an appointment at a participating pharmacy or community vaccination clinic. If you need assistance, please call 2-1-1.
More information about COVID-19 Vaccines
For the latest information on provincial COVID-19 guidance, please visit the below credible health sources:
Youth COVID-19 Vaccine Information
Long-Term Care (LTC)
Thinking about long-term care? Find the information you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about LTC homes in Ontario, how to choose and apply for one, and what to expect.
Home and Community Care Support Services (HCCSS)
Home and Community Care Support Services (HCCSS) assesses for, coordinates, and delivers in-home and community-based services to support patient health and well-being. They provide access and referrals to community services, and manage long-term care home placement.
Mental Health & Addictions Services
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Grey Bruce
CMHA Grey Bruce offers a range of mental health and addiction programs and services across the region.
Grey Bruce Health Services (GBHS) – Mental Health & Addictions Services
GBHS provides a wide range of inpatient and outpatient programs and services in addition to 24/7 crisis support across all emergency departments in Grey-Bruce.
519-376-9420 | www.gbhs.on.ca/mental-health-addiction-services/
Keystone Child, Youth & Family Services
Keystone offers a range of multidisciplinary, responsive programming and mental health support for children, youth and families across Grey-Bruce by self-referral and referral by a care provider.
Owen Sound 1793 3rd Avenue West |
519-371-4773
Hanover 600 16th Avenue |
519-371-4773
One Stop Talk
A free confidential mental health support initiative that immediately connects you to a registered therapist from a network of community-based child, youth and family mental health agencies across Ontario.
Mental Health Crisis Line of Grey Bruce
This line is staffed by trained volunteers and is available to help people in distress or crisis. Staff are available to speak with you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
519-376-9420 | 1-877-470-5200 | https://greybruce.cmha.ca/mental-health-services/mental-health-crisis-line/
Health 811
Connect with a registered nurse day or night for free, confidential health advice. Check your symptoms or chat online, search for services in your area or call for assistance.
211 Ontario
Get help connecting with the social services, programs and community supports you need by telephone, online chat, text or email.
ConnexOntario
Connects people experiencing problems with alcohol and drugs, mental illness or gambling with services in their area. Free and confidential advice by telephone, online chat, text or email.
Health Care Connect
Register to connect with family physicians or nurse practitioners who are accepting new patients in your community.
The Ontario Caregiver Organization
Offers a 24/7 support helpline and access valuable information on what caregivers need to be successful in their role when providing physical and emotional support to a family member, partner, friend or neighbour.
Grey & Bruce Community Information
Search this community information website by keyword or organization name to learn more about programs and services in your area. In partnership by the United Way of Bruce Grey, and Grey and Bruce counties.
Ontario Health Teams
OHT Overview Learn how we are building a connected health care system centered around patients, families and caregivers through OHTs.
Ontario Medical Association Learn about the central role of primary care physicians and specialists in OHTs and how they contribute to the development of this new integrated healthcare system in their regions.
The Path Forward A reference document that discusses the formation and implementation process envisioned for OHTs and the end goal to deliver better care across the province of Ontario.
Become part of the Grey-Bruce OHT.
Get involved! We invite all members of the local health and community care landscape in Grey and Bruce counties to become a member/partner/affiliate or reach out with your comments, concerns or contribution.
