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LPH Urging Residents to Monitor for COVID-19 Symptoms Following a Protest

Point Edward, ON – After learning that a positive COVID-19 case attended a protest at Mike Weir Park earlier this week, Lambton Public Health (LPH) is asking members of the public who attended this event to monitor for symptoms and get tested for the virus if they feel unwell.

The protest which focused on COVID-19 vaccines and youth took place from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 1 at Mike Weir Park, in Bright’s Grove.

“The individual was contagious at the event, and indicated...

Final Chance to see the Group of Seven on Display at the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery

Sarnia, ON – The Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery would like to remind the public of their last chance to view Group of Seven: Their Visions Revisited 100 Years Later. The exhibition, which opened in the fall of 2020 will close on September 12, 2021.

The exhibition uncovers early connections between the iconic Group of Seven painters and the beginnings of the Sarnia Art Movement. A selection of paintings from the permanent collection are partnered with archival photographs and handwritten...

Council Highlights - September 1, 2021

Wyoming, ON – Lambton County Council held their regular meeting via videoconference on Wednesday, September 1, 2021. At this meeting, Lambton County Council:

• Received an update from Lambton County Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Christopher Greensmith, regarding the current COVID-19 situation in Lambton County.
• Heard a presentation from the Lambton Federation of Agriculture regarding the Federation’s Home Grown campaign, Minister’s Zoning Orders, and land use planning.
• Amended By-Law No. 33 of 2014 to...

Acting MOH Recommends Mandatory Vaccine Policies for all Employers

Point Edward, ON – Dr. Greensmith, Acting Medical Officer of Health for the County of Lambton, is recommending all local employers institute mandatory vaccine policies for staff to protect their companies and customers from COVID-19, and the Delta variant which is currently circulating in the community. This recommendation includes all County of Lambton staff and councillors.

“Lambton Public Health (LPH) and County Council need to demonstrate strong leadership during this time,” said Dr. Greensmith....

LPH Offering Third Doses of COVID-19 Vaccine to Vulnerable Populations

Point Edward, ON – Lambton Public Health (LPH) will begin to offer third doses of COVID-19 vaccine to individuals with highest-risk medical conditions, and residents living in long-term care, high-risk retirement homes and First Nations elder care lodges later this week.

A complete two-dose COVID-19 vaccine series provides strong protection against COVID-19, and the Delta variant, in the general population. However, for some vulnerable populations, a third dose may be required to provide an improved...