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Walpole Island Records its 4th COVID-Related Death

Another Walpole Island resident has died from COVID-19.

This is the Walpole Island’s fourth COVID-related death, and was reported by the First Nation Council in its update on Tuesday. The last confirmed active cases of the virus were reported on July 1st.

In a letter to the community, staff at the Walpole Island Health Centre call it a unique situation, and have offered condolences to the family.

Officials are also reminding residents that anyone who is experiencing symptoms should get tested. As well, everyone is asked to continue to follow public health practices such as social distancing, using hand sanitizer, and wearing a mask.

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