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Program:
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Northwestern Health Unit - Kenora - Health Promotion - Chronic Disease Prevention
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Phone Numbers:
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807-468-3147
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Toll-Free:
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1-800-830-5978
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Fax:
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807-468-4970
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Address:
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210 First St N
Kenora, ON
P9N 2K4
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Location:
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- Located at First St N within the former Mount Carmel School
- Closest intersection is at First St N and Matheson St S
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
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Service Description:
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Provides programs and services to alleviate and prevent chronic diseaseCollaborates with community nursing teams, external coalitions and agencies to implement the programsAdministers the following programs and services:- Active Living - Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour
- Healthy Living
- Nutrition
- Tobacco Free Living
Focuses on the following areas in an effort to reduce premature death and disability from chronic disease and injury and substance abuse:- Injury Prevention
- Substance Abuse Prevention
Health Works- Provides various health-related resources including pamphlets, posters and assessment tools to workplaces on how they can improve the health of their work environment
- Offers a comprehensive workplace health promotion model that includes start-up packages, health hazard checklists and safe water information
Skin Cancer Prevention- Promotes sun safety and protective measures and the risks associated with exposure to the harmful ultraviolet rays from the sun and artificial sources
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Call for information
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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No restrictions
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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District of Kenora, District of Rainy River, James and Hudson Bay Coast, Northern
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Last Updated:
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4/10/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=141159
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