News Release: Health Unit Invites the Community to Vote on their Favourite Connected, Not Controlled Challenge Videos
The top five videos in the Grade 6 - 8 and Grade 9 - 12 divisions are now open for public voting.
Heeva Fine Foods brand Pistachio Nuts recalled due to Salmonella
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News Release: WECHU Celebrates Strong School Aged Vaccination Rates During National Immunization Awareness Week
Local data shows that vaccination rates among Windsor-Essex County (WEC) students is strong. Early in 2026, the WECHU reviewed student records for compliance with Ontario’s Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA).
Medication Safety Flyer
A resource with safe medication storage tips for parents.
Medication Safety Presentation for Teachers
A presentation and speaking notes for grade 7-10 teachers on health effects of different medication as well as tips for safe medication use and storage.
Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA)
What is a HIRA?
An assessment used to understand and identify potential
News Release: Secondary School Student Compliance with Immunization of School Pupils Act
In the fall of 2025, immunization records of all secondary students in Windsor and Essex County were assessed by the WECHU (20,359 records). Effective March 31, 2026, 99% of all secondary students in Windsor and Essex County (WEC) are up to date with the ISPA requirements.
News Release: Progress on Student Immunization Record Updates
As of Friday, March 20, 99.7% of all elementary students in Windsor and Essex County (WEC) are up to date with the Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA) requirements.
News Release: WECOSS Releases New 2026 - 2030 Action Plan Following Urgent Overdose Concerns
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Friday, March 13, 2026 |10:00 a.m. | Windsor-Essex County