Outbreak Bulletin for April 21, 2026
Under the Ontario Health Protection and Promotion Act (HPPA), Public Health is required to follow up on reports of suspected and/or confirmed outbreaks of enteric and respiratory illnesses in healthcare and congregate living settings, including hospitals, retirement homes and long-term care homes, and in workplace settings.
The list below outlines the most recent outbreaks in these settings within the Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph area, as of the date indicated at the top of this bulletin. Bold indicates new information since last posting.
Long Term Care, Retirement Homes, Hospitals
| Facility Name | Type of Facility & Affected Area | Date Declared | Date Declared Over | Type of Outbreak & Organism (if identified) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Birmingham 356 Birmingham St E, Mount Forest | Retirement Home Facility Wide | April 10 | Respiratory- Unknown |
Workplaces
| Facility Name | Date Declared | Date Declared Over | Type of Outbreak & Organism (if identified) |
|---|---|---|---|
Food Recall Alerts: For the list of the most recent public advisories for high-risk food recalls, please visit the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) website.