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Province to Provide Free Rapid COVID Tests Until June

Health Minister Sylvia Jones says free rapid antigen tests will be provided for another six months.

The province will continue to provide free rapid antigen tests until June 2023. 

Health Minister Sylvia Jones made the announcement today alongside Premier Doug Ford. 

"This year's triple threat of influenza, RSV, and COVID-19 has placed extra demands on the health-care system across the country," Jones said. "We continue to encourage all Ontarians to stay up to date with their vaccines, including getting your available booster dose and your flu shot."

Free COVID-19 take home tests will be available in grocery stores and pharmacies until June 30th, 2023.

The program was set to end on December 31st, 2022. 

Jones and Ford also discussed a provincial investment to cover tuition costs for nurses looking to upgrade their skills. 

Over $14 million was pledged to support nursing programs at seven post-secondary schools. 

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