Urgent News and Outbreak Updates

Urgent News and Outbreak Updates

August 7, 2026

1. BBQ – Tickets now on sale!
2. Oral Health Fair, Monday, August 10
3. Fire Alarm Testing Monday, August 10
4. Algonquin College PSW Program's Culture and Healthcare Poster Board Presentations, August 12

1. The Perley Health Cafeteria is firing up the grill for August 13!

Get Your Tickets Now!

• Cafeteria staff are hosting a summer BBQ that is open to all members of the Perley Health community.
• Included: Burgers will have lettuce, tomato, onion, and cheese to top with, along with a side of coleslaw and can of pop.
• Price: $15.95 + tax.
• Purchase your ticket now in the Cafeteria.
• No waiting in line to pay - purchase your ticket in advance and produce the ticket when you pick up your meal.
• Pre-sales will help determine the number of burgers needed.
• Don't be disappointed: Tickets will be sold on the day based on availability.

BBQ Grill times:

• 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
• 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm

Thanks to the Cafeteria staff for providing this Summer treat!

2. Oral Health Fair, Monday, August 10

• The bi-annual Oral Health Fair in partnership with The Canadian National Institute of Health (CNIH) is upon us!
• Join us Monday, August 10th from 1:30-3:30 pm in the Cafeteria.
• Dental hygiene students from CNIH will be here to share the latest in oral health care with our community.
• Stop by to learn some new things and take home some dental swag!
• Can't make it today? They will be back this Thursday, August 13 ^from 1:30-3:30 pm in Lupton Hall.

3. Fire Alarm Testing Monday, August 10

• Annual fire alarm testing is scheduled for Monday August 10^that 2:30 pm.
• The test will be announced prior the ringing of the bells.
• This test will last for 20 minutes.

4. Algonquin College PSW Program's Culture and Healthcare Poster Board Presentations

• On Wednesday, August 12^th, 2026, staff and residents are invited to a drop in between 12:00-2:00pm in the Cafeteria for a presentation of Algonquin College PSW Program's Culture and Healthcare Poster Board presentations.
• For more information, contact Susan Ogilvie, RN, Med, MScN, Nursing Professor, PSW Program, Algonquin College ogilvis@algonquincollege.com

Door Access Change effective Wednesday, July 22, 2026

The safety and security of our residents, tenants, families, staff, and visitors remain our highest priority.

As part of our ongoing commitment to maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming environment, we are reviewing additional measures to further enhance security at the main reception entrance.

We are implementing an adjustment to the operating schedule of the reception sliding door. The change will secure the sliding door from 9:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., replacing the current schedule of 11:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. This adjustment will provide an additional layer of security during overnight hours while continuing to support appropriate access for residents, tenants, families, visitors, and staff.  This change will come into effect on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. 

Please note that FOB access to the building remains unchanged. Individuals within the Perley Health community with authorized FOBs will continue to be able to enter the building during these hours. To request a FOB please visit Support Services (2S on our map). The Support Services office is open 8 am to 3:45 pm, Monday through Friday. The office is closed for lunch daily from Noon to 1 pm.

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we work together to maintain a safe, supportive, and welcoming community for everyone.

Thank you for your continued support.

Sincerely,

Lorie Stuckless, CNM, NM (She | Her)
Director, Support Services

This message will be shared with all email subscribers, posted to PerleyHealth.ca website and TV streams around Perley Health.

Questions/Comments

Jay Innes
Director of Communications
Perley Health

1750 Russell Road, Ottawa, ON.  K1G 5Z6

Phone: ext. 2207

Fax: 613-526-7186

Email: info@perleyhealth.ca

Reference Documents

Visitor policy: CLICK HERE

Visitor policy procedures: CLICK HERE

Pet and Animal Policy: CLICK HERE 

Public Health Ontario - FACT SHEET: Infection Prevention and Control Tips for Visiting All Health Care Settings

Caregiver Designation form: CLICK HERE (updated April 21, 2023)

FOB application form: CLICK HERE (updated January 23, 2026)