Explore Windsor-Essex During the Holiday Season
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Highly Infectious Flu Strain Surges, Child Cases Rise in Canada
A highly infectious flu strain is circulating, with Alberta seeing its worst weekly case numbers since 2009. Experts warn children are severely affected. Learn how to protect your family.
Alberta Flu Cases Reach Highest Level Since 2009-10
Alberta reports its highest weekly flu case count since the 2009-10 H1N1 pandemic. Health officials urge vaccination as hospitals prepare for surge. Learn the latest details and symptoms.
Bracebridge opens festive skating rink and trail for winter
The Town of Bracebridge welcomes the holiday season with the opening of its popular outdoor skating rink and trail, offering festive fun for families and visitors throughout the winter.
RVH opens weekend flu clinic as cases surge
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie is launching a weekend respiratory clinic to handle a surge in flu cases. Get details on hours and the regional health context.
Dead Crows in Chatham-Kent Test Positive for Bird Flu
A cluster of dead crows discovered in Chatham-Kent has tested positive for avian influenza. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely. Learn more about the local impact.
Flu strain severely affecting young people in Northern Ontario
Sault Area Hospital reports a severe flu season straining healthcare, with infants and children particularly impacted. Officials urge families to get vaccinated to ease system pressure.
London's Holiday Season Programs: Skating, Shopping & Services
Discover the festive programs and services offered by the City of London this holiday season, including outdoor skating and shopping initiatives. Explore what's happening in Victoria Park and beyond.
Saskatchewan Flu Bug Hits Just Before Holidays
A significant surge in influenza cases is hitting Saskatchewan as the holidays begin, putting pressure on healthcare services. Health officials urge caution and preventive measures.
Flu Surge Strains Ottawa Hospitals Ahead of Holidays
A sharp rise in flu cases is putting pressure on Ottawa hospitals just before Christmas. Public health officials report early season activity and long wait times.
Montreal ER wait times hit 2 hours as flu season starts
Emergency rooms in Quebec are overwhelmed as flu and COVID-19 cases surge early. Health officials urge the public to avoid ERs for non-urgent care. Learn more about the situation.
Flu 'Maelstrom' Prompts Quebec ER Avoidance Plea
Health officials in Quebec urge the public to avoid emergency rooms amid a severe surge of flu and respiratory viruses. Learn about the strain on hospitals and alternative care options.
Dead Crows in Chatham-Kent Prompt Avian Flu Probe
Officials are investigating a cluster of dead crows found in Chatham-Kent in December 2025 for possible avian influenza. Get the latest details on the ongoing probe.
Sudbury's Queen’s Athletic Skating Oval Opens for Winter
The Queen’s Athletic Skating Oval in Sudbury is now open for the season with weekday and weekend hours. The outdoor facility will be closed on Christmas Day.
Waterloo Region Flu Cases Hit 3-Year High
Waterloo Region reports a significant rise in influenza cases, marking Canada's highest positive test rate in three years. Health officials urge vaccination as the season peaks.
Mandatory masking returns at Sarnia's Bluewater Health
Bluewater Health in Sarnia implements mandatory masking as flu cases rise. Learn about the new policy and how to protect yourself this season.
Bird Flu Confirmed in Ontario Canada Goose
A Canada goose in Tottenham, Ontario, has tested positive for avian influenza. Authorities are monitoring the situation for potential wildlife and agricultural impacts. Learn the details.
Americans fined for illegal bass fishing in Ontario
Two American men have been fined $3,260 for catching 22 smallmouth bass during the closed season on a northern Ontario lake. Conservation officers stress the importance of following fishing regulations.
Alberta dog dies from bird flu
A dog in Alberta has died from Avian Influenza, the provincial SPCA confirmed. This rare case raises concerns about cross-species transmission. Learn the facts and safety measures.
Alberta pregnant woman hospitalized with severe flu
An Alberta woman expecting a baby is hospitalized with an 'extremely painful' influenza infection. New data shows flu cases are rising across Canada, with health officials warning of more illness over the holidays.
Flu Vaccine Hesitancy Persists in Canada: Survey
A new survey reveals ongoing reluctance to get the flu shot in Canada during the 2025 season. Experts urge vaccination to protect public health and reduce strain on hospitals.
Chicopee opens earliest winter season in five years
Kitchener's Chicopee ski resort kicks off its 91st season early due to steady November snow. Get the details on the opening and what it means for local winter sports.
Mass Turkey Cull Ordered After Bird Flu Hits Perth County Farm
A devastating avian influenza outbreak at a Perth County, Ontario, turkey farm forces the euthanasia of 56,000 birds. Officials are working to contain the highly pathogenic virus.
Canada's 'Super Flu' Surge: H3N2 Variant Facts
A mutated influenza A strain, dubbed 'super flu,' is driving a severe early season in Canada. Experts explain its impact, vaccine effectiveness, and what to expect as hospitalizations rise.
Calgary hospitals bear brunt of Alberta flu surge
Alberta's healthcare system is straining under a sharp rise in influenza cases, with Calgary hospitals experiencing disproportionate pressure. Health officials brace for the peak.
Canada's flu positivity rate highest in three seasons
Health Canada reports influenza is increasing quickly nationwide, with the highest percentage of positive tests in the last three flu seasons. Stay informed on the latest public health data.
Alberta bolsters flu vaccine campaign amid rising rates
Alberta health officials are strengthening public vaccination efforts as influenza activity rises. Officials emphasize collective responsibility for public health. Learn more about the campaign.
Alberta Flu Cases Double, Doctor Urges Vaccination
Alberta's new chief medical officer, Dr. Vivien Suttorp, urges vaccination as influenza cases more than double. The dominant H3N2 strain is causing increased hospitalizations.
Flooding kills 175,000 birds in B.C., compounding avian flu crisis
Abbotsford poultry farmers confront a devastating cleanup after flooding kills an estimated 175,000 birds, a severe blow to an industry already battling a multi-year avian influenza outbreak. Learn about the impact and the fight to save family farms.
Essex County Leads in Festive RIDE Charges
Essex County recorded the highest number of impaired driving charges during Ontario's 2025 Festive RIDE campaign. Learn the details and why police urge vigilance.
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