Ontario Government Investing Over $350,000 to Strengthen Public Health Services in Middlesex-London
February 9, 2026
NEWS
MIDDLESEX-LONDON — The Ontario government is investing up to $60.09 million in one-time funding to support 29 Public Health Units across the province, helping strengthen local public health programs and services in the 2025–26 fiscal year.
As part of this investment, the Middlesex London Health Unit will receive $351,700 in one-time funding to support local public health initiatives and service delivery priorities that respond to community needs.
“This investment will help ensure the Middlesex-London Health Unit has the resources needed to deliver strong, responsive public health services for our community. By supporting local priorities and frontline programs, our government is reinforcing its commitment to keeping families healthy, preventing illness, and ensuring public health services continue to meet the needs of residents across the region,” said Steve Pinsonneault, MPP for Lambton–Kent–Middlesex.
“Stronger public health services mean healthier outcomes for people across Middlesex-London. By strengthening local capacity and supporting community-driven priorities, this funding will ensure public health services remain responsive, effective, and focused on protecting the health and well-being of families across Middlesex-London.” – Rob Flack, MPP Elgin-Middlesex-London The one-time funding is intended to support local priorities while reinforcing the province’s broader commitment to public health outcomes.
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QUICK FACTS
- Ontario is providing up to $60.09 million in one-time funding for public health in 2025–26
- 29 Public Health Units across the province will receive funding
- Lambton Public Health Unit will receive $284,100
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