Kincardine Family Health Team

08/18/2026

On behalf of The Municipality of Kincardine and The Kincardine Family Health Organization, please see the job posting for Physician Recruiter and Clinic Manager.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application at www.kincardine.ca/careers using the online form no later than August 28,2026 at 12:00pm.

08/04/2026

Here are some friendly reminders as the warm weather sets in:
• Clothes from last summer may fit differently. Bodies change, and that’s normal. Any negative thoughts you have about your body are learned from diet culture and anti-fat messaging, not rooted in truth.
• You don’t need to “fix” your body to participate in life. Every body deserves to enjoy the beach, the pool, and the sunshine. If someone judges your body, it reflects their beliefs, not your worth.
• Body comments and body talk make things uncomfortable for everyone. Let’s skip them. You’re allowed to shut down body talk with a simple “Let’s talk about something else.”
• Seasonal foods are meant to be enjoyed. Summer drinks, ice cream, and BBQs are a staple of summer gatherings. Nourishment includes pleasure.
• Capture the moments. Photos are about remembering the joy, not how your stomach looked. Let the experience outweigh the pressure to self-judge.

08/04/2026

As a friendly reminder, the same day nurse practitioner clinic is not running this week, August 4th- August 6th.
If you are in need of medical care, please consider virtual urgent care at www.urgentcareontario.ca

07/31/2026

📣The Kincardine Family Health Team and the Physician's group will be closed on Monday, August 3rd for the stat holiday.
📣The nurse practitioner same day acute care clinic will not be running for the week of August 3rd-6th.
If you are in need of medical care, please consider virtual care at www.urgentcareontario.ca

07/30/2026

Check out our programs for the month of August!
Call (519) 396-2700 x 210 to register!

07/28/2026

☎️UPDATE☎️

For the time being, same day Nurse Practitioner appointments can only be scheduled by calling us at the Kincardine Family Health Team at 519-396-2700 ext 210.
We start answering the phones at 8:30am, Monday to Friday.

07/22/2026

UPDATE: The issue has been resolved. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Please be aware the Kincardine Family Health Team and the Kincardine Physician's Group are experiencing some technical issues with our phone lines. We are aware of the problem and working on getting them resolved as fast as possible.

07/15/2026

Wildfire Smoke Affecting Air Quality in Our Area

You may notice hazy skies, reduced visibility, or the smell of smoke today. There are no local wildfires causing these conditions. Smoke from wildfires burning in northwestern Ontario has travelled into our region, resulting in very poor air quality across the Municipality of Kincardine and surrounding areas.

Environment Canada has issued a High Impact Air Quality Alert for Saugeen Shores – Kincardine – Southern Bruce County. Conditions may improve Friday morning, but residents are encouraged to continue monitoring updates. https://weather.gc.ca/en/location/index.html?coords=44.169,-81.635

➡️ During heavy smoke conditions:
• Limit time outdoors and consider rescheduling outdoor activities, sports, and events.
• Avoid strenuous outdoor activities, especially if you are more likely to be impacted by wildfire smoke.
• Keep windows and doors closed as much as possible.
• Check in on older adults, young children, pregnant people, and anyone with existing health conditions.
• If you must be outdoors, a well-fitted N95 or equivalent respirator can help reduce exposure to smoke particles.

📱 Stay informed
Download the free WeatherCAN app from Environment and Climate Change Canada to receive weather and air quality information for your location. You can customize notifications to receive alerts that matter to you.

🔗 Check current conditions and alerts: https://weather.gc.ca/en/location/index.html?coords=44.169,-81.635

ℹ️ Learn more about wildfire smoke and protecting your health: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/environment/weather/severeweather/weather-alerts/colour-coded-alerts.html

07/14/2026

Extreme heat impacts everyone but can be especially dangerous for older adults.

As we age, our bodies may not adjust to heat as effectively, making it harder to stay cool and hydrated.

The best things you can do to protect your health are:
✔️Drink water regularly, even if you don't feel thirsty
✔️Stay in air-conditioned spaces when possible (or visit a cooling centre)
✔️Avoid exerting yourself during the hottest parts of the day (typically noon - 3 p.m.)

If possible, check in on older family members, friends and neighbours and look for signs of heat illness: dizziness, headache, nausea, confusion and extreme fatigue. If you or someone you know is experiencing these symptoms, consult a healthcare provider or call TTY: 711 or TTY:1-800-855-0511.

For cooling centres in Bruce County, visit: https://211ontario.ca/service/93004242/general-topics-and-information-central-east-rest-stations-for-extreme-weather-relief-bruce-county/?searchLocation=Rest

For cooling centres in Grey County, visit: https://211ontario.ca/service/93004243/general-topics-and-information-central-east-rest-stations-for-extreme-weather-relief-grey-county/?searchLocation=Rest

07/13/2026

Join our Kinesiologist Michelle Jacobs R.Kin, CSEP-CEP tonight!

JOIN TODAY!

Injury prevention and strength training workshop!

7pm tonight with Michelle from the Family Health Team.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88576070371?pwd=decsc4qWb1eLbVb1TBEjS6Q8L7XOQ6.1