Ontario’s chief medical officer of health, Dr. Kieran Moore, has temporarily assumed the powers of the Grey Bruce Public Health board after “serious concerns” were identified about governance and other things during a review.

Moore said in a statement Thursday that “serious concerns were identified regarding the Board of Health’s ability to fulfill its responsibilities. These concerns include issues related to governance, leadership, financial management, and human resources.”

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He has issued direction under Section 77.1 of the Health Protection and Promotion Act to temporarily assume the powers of the board of health for the Grey Bruce Health Unit.

“This decision was not made lightly,” the statement said. “It reflects our commitment to the residents of Grey and Bruce

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