In response to the increasing number of people in the community with influenza-like illness, and in an effort to divert non-urgent cases away from overwhelmed hospital emergency rooms, Simcoe County’s first Flu Assessment Centre is now open in Barrie. Click here for map and details.

For more information please visit www.rvh.on.ca

Visit the following pages for information on H1N1 influenza and pandemic planning: 

• H1N1 Vaccination Clinics
• FightFlu.ca
• The H1N1 Flu Virus - Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit
• Simcoe Muskoka Emergency Bulletins

On November 20, 2009, members of the Child, Youth and Family Services Coalition joined local dignitaries, children and youth to officially unveil the Simcoe County Children and Youth Charter. 

County of Simcoe Paramedic Services have launched the seventh Annual Toy Drive benefitting local children and families during the holiday season. Donations of new, unwrapped toys will be accepted at various locations and parades across Simcoe County.

It is my pleasure as Warden to bring greetings to Simcoe County residents and visitors. As 2009 unfolds, Simcoe County remains one of the fastest growing areas in Ontario. One of the challenges we face is to balance the demands of growth with the need to preserve existing resources including natural habitats, agricultural land, heritage sites and economic opportunities.