Residents Invited to Shape Future of Public Health at Local Town Halls

Input gathered during the town halls will help guide planning and future initiatives.

(March 25, 2026) – Lakelands Public Health is inviting residents across the region to share their ideas,  concerns, and priorities for the future of community health as Lakelands Public Health launches a series of Community Town Halls. 

The sessions are designed to create an open forum where community members can discuss the health issues that matter most to them and help inform future public health priorities. 

“Public health affects nearly every aspect of our daily lives,” said Dr. Thomas Piggott, Medical Officer of Health and Chief Executive Officer with Lakelands Public Health. “We want to hear directly from  residents about what challenges they’re seeing in their communities and what supports would make  the biggest difference.” 

Each Community Town Hall will include a brief overview of Lakelands Public Health services, followed by interactive discussions with staff and opportunities for participants to provide feedback. Attendees will also be invited to complete a short survey to further share their perspectives and contribute ideas about how to strengthen local health programs and services. Input gathered during the town halls will help guide planning and future initiatives. 

The sessions are open to residents, community organizations, healthcare providers, and anyone interested in improving health and wellbeing in the community. 

“These conversations are an important part of ensuring public health services reflect the evolving needs of the people we serve,” added Dr. Thomas Piggott, Medical Officer of Health and Chief  Executive Officer with Lakelands Public Health. “Community voices are essential in shaping what  comes next as we build Lakelands Public Health for generations to come.”

Please note that the Community Town Halls will also be taking place in Alderville First Nation, Curve Lake First Nation and Hiawatha First Nation along with an Urban Indigenous virtual session - more information will be shared directly through communities. 

Registration Information 

Residents interested in attending can register online through the Lakelands Public Health Eventbrite page. 

Community members who cannot attend in person will also have opportunities to provide feedback online through a virtual session.