The program is designed to get the immediate health needs of newcomers met over time. The goal of the program is to improve health outcomes as we move toward a smooth transition from us to a permanent health care provider in the community.
Newcomer Clinic
Ontario Health has introduced Interprofessional Primary Care Teams (IPCT) to connect more people to primary care. This clinic will help support newcomers to Canada and work toward providing them health care until they can transition to a permanent primary health care provider.
About the Interprofessional Primary Care Team (IPCT)
This team will work together to provide a range of services to clients who do not have primary health care.
The team is comprised of:
Medical Doctor
Nurse Practitioners
Registered Nurses
- Must have been in Canada for less than two (2) years.
- Do not have a primary care provider (i.e., doctor or nurse practitioner).
*Exclusions: international students.
Are you without a primary care provider?
For those who do not have a provider, we are accepting new patients! Come by our Outreach Clinic to register or fill in the form below and drop it off with our reception team.
Additional Resources
- Paediatric and adult appointments available
- Book a same or next day appointment at UrgentCareOntario.ca or by calling 1-844-227-3844
- Ontario Health Card, email address, and access to a device connect to the internet is needed
Virtual urgent care might be appropriate for you (or a family member) if you have a medical issue that is NOT life-threatening but requires urgent medical attention and you're unable to access timely care through a primary care provider. In the event of a life-threatening emergency, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department.
Contact Us
Grand River Community Health Centre
363 Colborne Street
Brantford Ontario, N3S 3N2
Phone: 519.754.0777
Admin Fax: 519.754.0727
Clinic Fax: 519.754.0757
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