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4 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (#270 – #273)

Algoma Public Health (APH) is reporting 4 new cases of COVID-19, all from Sault Ste. Marie and area. Through contact tracing, APH notifies all close contacts directly. If you are not contacted by APH you are not considered a close contact.   Details of the confirmed case: Case Number Exposure Category Status Tested Case #270 Close Contact Self-isolating April 11, ...

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Saint-Joseph students discover old games

  Students from École secondaire Saint-Joseph (Wawa) had a lot of fun discovering old historic games. Guided by their teacher Mr. Kevin Auger during the world history class, the students were able to fabricate the Mehen, Royal Ur, as well as the the Dog and Jackal games. Afterwards, they were able to play some fun games while following the instructions! ...

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Découvrir des jeux anciens à l’ÉS Saint-Joseph

  Des élèves de l’école secondaire Saint-Joseph (Wawa) se sont beaucoup amusés en découvrant des jeux anciens. Guidé par leur enseignant M. Kevin Auger pendant le cours d’histoire mondiale, les élèves ont fabriqué le jeu Mehen, le jeu Royal d’Ur et le jeu du Chien et du Chacal.   Par la suite, ils ont pu disputer quelques parties amusantes tout ...

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Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on April 11, 2021

As COVID-19 activity continues in Canada, we are tracking a range of epidemiological indicators to monitor where the disease is most active, where it is spreading and how it is impacting the health of Canadians and public health, laboratory and healthcare capacity. At the same time, the Public Health Agency of Canada is providing Canadians with regular updates on COVID-19 ...

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Déclaration de l’administratrice en chef de la santé publique du Canada, le 11 avril 2021

Alors que la COVID-19 continue de se propager au Canada, nous surveillons un ensemble d’indicateurs épidémiologiques pour déterminer où la transmission de la maladie est la plus forte, où elle se propage ainsi que ses répercussions sur la santé des Canadiens et la capacité des services de santé publique, des laboratoires et du système de santé. Parallèlement, l’Agence de la ...

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7 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (#259 – #265)

Algoma Public Health (APH) is reporting 7 new cases of COVID-19, all seven from Sault Ste. Marie and area. Through contact tracing, APH notifies all close contacts directly. If you are not contacted by APH you are not considered a close contact.   Case Number Exposure Category Status Tested Case #259 Close Contact Self-isolating April 9, 2021 Case #260 Close ...

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Two Individuals associated with Tarentorus Public School have tested positive for COVID-19

Algoma District School Board (ADSB) has been advised by Algoma Public Health (APH) that two individuals associated with Tarentorus Public School have tested positive for COVID-19. At this time, APH has conducted a careful investigation and has identified and notified anyone considered a close contact. Examples of close contacts include household members, students in the same classroom, people who have ...

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COVID-19 Vaccine Eligible Groups – Updated April 9th, 2021

The following new groups are now eligible to book an appointment for COVID-19 immunization at clinics across North Algoma: All education workers who provide support to students with special education needs Adults 65 and older can book for a clinic on April 21 and onward Adults 60 and older can book for a clinic on May 5 and onward These ...

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Sault Area Hospital Foundation (SAHF) 5 Car Draw Returns!

Sault Area Hospital Foundation (SAHF) is excited to announce the return of one of the Sault’s favourite annual traditions: SAHF’s Five Car Draw. In 2019, SAHF set a personal best for the number of tickets sold and funds raised. This year, the draw is taking a few new approaches to modernize and reduce the impact of evolving public health regulations on ticket ...

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Ontario Appeal of Stage One Ruling of Robinson Huron Treaty Annuities Case to Begin

On Tuesday, April 13th, 2021, the Ontario Court of Appeal will begin hearing Ontario’s appeal of the Stage One decision regarding the Robinson-Huron Treaty Annuities Case. Canada is not appealing the Stage One decision. The 21 First Nations of the Robinson-Huron Treaty are committed to continuing to hold Ontario accountable to their Treaty responsibilities through this appeal. Decisions in both ...

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Nomination d’une directrice de bien-être et inclusion au CSC Nouvelon

Le Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon est fier d’annoncer la nomination de Mme Michelle Cotnoir au poste de directrice du Service – bien-être et inclusion. Une gestionnaire qui se démarque par sa formation et son expérience administrative pertinente dans les domaines de services sociaux et d’établissement scolaire, Mme Cotnoir entreprendra ses nouvelles fonctions à compter du 19 avril 2021.   Michelle ...

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New Director of Wellness and Inclusion appointed at the CSC Nouvelon

The Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon is proud to announce the appointment of Ms. Michelle Cotnoir as Director of Wellness and Inclusion. Ms. Cotnoir brings her educational training in administrative management and relevant experience in the field of social services and education to the position, which she will take up on April 19, 2021.   Michelle Cotnoir began her career at ...

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