UPDATED: Emergency Department OPEN – Richards Landing – Matthews Site
Thanks to the hard work and dedication of our staff, physician coverage has been secured, and the Emergency Department will remain open as scheduled on Thursday October 23rd.
We sincerely thank our team for their continued commitment to ensuring access to care for our communities.
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Masking Update for Visitors
The North Shore Health Network continues to monitor masking requirements for visitors to our sites.
Click to learn more about current masking requirements.
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NSHN NEWS
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Board of Directors Meeting
October 28, 2025
Blind River, ON
For more details contact: dmay@nshn.care
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Patient Experience Champions
Did you have a great experience at one of our sites because of an exceptional staff member or volunteer?
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Patient Relations
NSHN believes that your feedback is an opportunity for us to learn from and improve the quality of care and overall experience we provide to our patients, residents and clients.
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NEW! Online Lab Bookings
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Caregiver ID
NSHN's Caregiver ID Program is more than a badge – we are building a culture that recognizes the role of and includes Caregivers as part of the care team.
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Volunteer Today!
Our volunteers are vital to our organization - they make a difference in people’s lives!
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Report a Barrier
Identifying and removing barriers is an important element of excellent customer service, and ensures that the organization meets the accessibility requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005).
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Strategic Plan
As we embark on this journey we will embrace NSHN's new vision, mission and values.
Learn more about how we plan to clarify, stabilize and improve as one team over the next 2 years.
Make A Donation
You may make a donation to the Foundation online (www.nshnfoundation.care); over the phone (705-356-2265 ext. 2619) or in person at the NSHN Blind River site.
An official tax receipt will be issued for donations of $20.00 or more.