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Volunteer Dental Outreach Announcement

After 15 years of service, the Volunteer Dental Outreach for Haliburton County has closed its clinic.
 
Thanks to Canada's new Dental Care Plan, low-income residents now have access to the care they need.
VDO wishes to thank all of the dentists, hygienists, volunteers, donors, and patients who made its work possible.
A celebration event will be held in spring 2026 to honour this community effort.
VDO's phone lines will remain open for inquiries for the next few months at 705-457-3111.
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Media contact: Dr. Bill Kerr  

Exciting News for Point in Time

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Point in Time Secures Land for New Youth & Family Hub in Haliburton County

Haliburton, ON – Point in Time Centre for Children, Youth and Parents is proud to announce the purchase of 5219 County Road 21, Haliburton, for the future Youth & Family Hub—a transformative project that will expand access to vital services for children, youth, young adults, and families across Haliburton County.

“This is a once-in-a-generation investment in our community,” said Marg Cox, Executive Director of Point in Time. “By securing this key location—less than one kilometre from the high school and centrally located—we have taken the first step toward creating a single facility where children, youth, and families can access the care, connection, and opportunities they need to thrive.”

The purpose-built Hub will bring together a wide range of supports under one roof, including:

  • Early childhood programs
  • Recreation and wellness opportunities
  • Parenting supports
  • Employment services
  • Skills and well-being activities
  • Mental health/substance use help and primary care

Why It Matters

  • 70% of mental health challenges begin before age 18 (Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC)).
  • 1 in 5 children under 12 in Ontario experience a diagnosable mental health disorder, but fewer than one-third receive specialized care.
  • 60% of youth say they would use a hub—rising to 75% among those with a diagnosed mental health issue (MHCC, Bell Let’s Talk Survey).
  • The current Youth Hub is at capacity: visits have more than doubled in the last five years.
  • 40% of parents report they would not tell anyone, including their family doctor, if their child was experiencing a mental health problem (MHCC).

Youth Hubs break down barriers by offering walk-in services in a safe, welcoming space. The new Youth & Family Hub will provide children and families with easier access to support, building resilience and brighter futures in a location that is easily accessible for all. “The location was extremely important,” said Cox. “We need to meet children, youth, and families where they are, and co-create programs, services and supports with youth.  Haliburton County youth input is vital.”

 

Next Steps

With land now secured, Point in Time will move forward with planning, design, community consultations, and community-wide fundraising to support construction of this exciting new facility.

“Now it is time to roll up our sleeves and get to work,” added Cox.

About Point in Time

Point in Time Centre for Children, Youth and Parents is a non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to supporting the well-being of children, youth, and families in Haliburton County. Through counseling, early years programming, youth outreach, and family supports, Point in Time strengthens community connections and helps young people thrive. (pointintime.ca)

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For more information, contact Marg Cox at margc@pointintime.ca, 705-854-0645

Haliburton County Media Release

MEDIA RELEASE
Two new family physicians for Haliburton County
The County of Haliburton, along with the Haliburton Highlands Family Health Organization (HHFHO), is pleased to announce that Dr. Mario Lupu and Dr. Carly Eisbrenner will be joining the family health team this fall.
Dr. Lupu brings a blend of clinical expertise in community-based family medicine as well as extra proficiency in sports and urgent care medicine. His start date is Sept 18, 2025.
He completed his medical degree at the University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Romania in 1999, received a Dr. Med/PhD from the University of Heidelberg in 2006, became fully registered with the UK General Medical Council in 2008, and received a Postgraduate diploma in Sport Medicine from the University of South Wales in 2020.
“Dr. Lupu intends to stay with the group for years to come and will be assuming the practice of Dr. Norm Bottum” said Kim Robinson, Director of the Haliburton Highlands Family Health Organization.
“I truly hope to make Haliburton my home and be part of the community,” said Dr. Lupu.
Dr. Carly Eisbrenner was awarded her Doctor of Medicine degree from McMaster University in 2022, then completed a rural family practice residency at the University of British Columbia in 2024, followed by three months of supplemental emergency room training.
She has made a commitment to full-time practice consisting of an office-based clinical practice (rostering 700 new patients), as well as shifts in the Emergency and Inpatient Departments at HHHS. Her start date is November 1, 2025.
Dr. Keith Hay, Chief of Staff at HHHS adds, “Dr. Eisbrenner will be a welcome addition to the hospital medical staff, and we are thrilled that she has elected to begin her career in Haliburton County.”
Dr. Eisbrenner confirmed her commitment when stating, “Haliburton has had a special place in my heart for years, and my husband and I are looking forward to making it home for years to come.”
“On behalf of our community, I am pleased to welcome Dr. Lupu and Dr. Eisbrenner to the Haliburton Highlands,” said Haliburton County Warden Dave Burton. “Access to quality health care is a top priority and having two new physicians join our region strengthens the care available to local residents and families. We are grateful for Dr. Lupu and Dr.
Media Release
County of Haliburton
PO Box 399 11 Newcastle Street, Minden, ON K0M 2K0 | (705) 286-1333
Eisbrenner’s commitment to practicing here and look forward to the positive impact they will have on our community’s health and well-being.”
For further information please contact:
Dave Burton, Warden
dburton@highlandseast.ca
or
Kimberley Robinson, Director of Haliburton Highlands Family Health Organization
kim.robinson@hhfht.com

Fire Ban Lifted

For Immediate Release
Thursday, August 28, 2025
8 A.M.
Release #JFS-25-02
Subject: Total Fire Ban in Haliburton County Lifted
With recent rainfall, effective immediately on Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025, the total fire ban that was enacted throughout the County of Haliburton on Aug. 5 has been lifted. This means that outdoor nighttime burning is once again permitted between 7 p.m. and
7 a.m. in the townships of Algonquin Highlands, Minden Hills, Highlands East and Dysart et al.
The fire season extends until Oct. 31 and daytime burning between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. remains prohibited until then. Please ensure all fires are fully extinguished and never leave a fire unattended. Any questions about the lifting of the ban or burning regulations can be directed to your local municipal fire department.

Contact Information:
Mike French
Fire Chief
Algonquin Highlands Fire Services 705-706-0010
mfrench@algonquinhighlands.ca

Dan Chumbley
Fire Chief
Municipality of Dysart et al 705-457-2126
dchumbley@dysartetal.ca

Don Kruger
Fire Chief
Township of Minden Hills 705-286-1202, Ext. 560
dkruger@mindenhills.ca

Chris Baughman
Fire Chief
Municipality of Highlands East 705-448-2981, Ext. 428
cbaughman@highlandseast.ca

Police Investigate Collision in Algonquin Highlands

FROM/DE: Haliburton Highlands Detachment                           DATE: August 13, 2025

POLICE INVESTIGATE MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION IN ALGONQUIN HIGHLANDS

 

(HALIBURTON COUNTY, ON) - The Haliburton Highlands detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is actively investigating a single-vehicle collision involving an off-road vehicle.

On Tuesday, August 5, 2025, shortly after 8:29 p.m., the Haliburton Highlands and Huntsville OPP officers responded to a report of a single motor vehicle collision. The location was on a private roadway near Dagger Lake Access Road, in Algonquin Highlands Township. Officers arrived at the scene and conducted an investigation. The driver of the off-road vehicle was the sole occupant and suffered major injures as a result of the collision.

Emergency medical services (EMS) transported the individual to a local area hospital and later they were transferred by ORNGE Air to a Toronto area trauma centre. Technical Trained Collision Investigators (TTCI) of the Ontario Provincial Police were called in to assist in the investigation.

The investigation into the cause of the collision is ongoing.

If you have an information that can assist police, you can call the non-emergency number for the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or report on-line at www.khcrimestoppers.com.

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Fire Ban Extended Until August 19th

Fire Ban in Haliburton County extended until August 19

With no significant rain in the forecast, the County's four Chief Fire Officials have extended the total fire ban for the County of Haliburton until at least Friday, August 19. Conditions in the area remain extremely dry.

A reminder the complete fire ban means absolutely no outdoor burning at any time of day or night. This means no bonfires, no cooking fires, no charcoal barbecues, no fire tables, nor any other light source that uses an open flame. Gas and propane barbecues may continue to be used, as may gas or propane camping stoves that include shut-off valves and a lid. Please turn off these cooking appliances as soon as you are finished using them.

In the Township of Algonquin Highlands, if the Fire Chief is required to attend your property during a fire ban, a flat fine of $1,000 will apply. If fire trucks have to respond to your property, you will be charged by the truck, by the hour, according to rates set by the Ministry of Transportation. These rates start at approximately $575 per truck for the first hour of attendance.

The total fire ban will be lifted only after the area receives significant rainfall. Thank you for your co-operation and doing your part to keep our community safe.