Latest official statements and advice about the COVID-19 pandemic as received from all levels of government: municipal, provincial and federal.
On May 19 Renfrew County and District Health Unit released an updated COVID-19 Case Summary. The death toll in the area remains at just one, but the number of confirmed cases has now increased to 23. This is up four cases from 5 p.m. Friday as the long weekend began. …
A press release received this morning from the Renfrew County & District Health Unit (RCDHU) recommends that residents of Renfrew County wear face masks where physical distancing is not possible. As RCDHU thanks all residents for their continued efforts in keeping our community safe in the fight against COVID-19, Dr. …
Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) released the following updated COVID-19 Case Summary as of 5 p.m. Thursday, May 14:
Provided that the general trend on health indicators continues to improve, the Ontario government today announced the reopening of additional workplaces, services and activities over the next few days as part of the first stage of the government’s reopening framework. The workplaces opening must be well-positioned to put workplace safety …
Renfrew County and District Health Unit released an updated Case Summary today, giving a breakdown of status of COVID-19 cases in the region:
As stated in a press release received May 12: The Ontario government is extending the Declaration of Emergency under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act. This additional time will ensure the province has the necessary tools and health care capacity to contain COVID-19, while gradually reopening businesses, services, and amenities …
Every day the grim statistics mount — more new positive COVID-19 cases, more deaths, in the province and beyond. It’s hard to focus on the numbers of resolved cases and negative test results — especially when you’re stuck at home, and maybe feeling a bit fed up. Here in the …
Starting today, the Ontario government is opening provincial parks and conservation reserves for limited day-use access. A news release received May 9 stated the first areas will open on Monday May 11, 2020, with the remaining areas opening on Friday May 15, 2020. At this time, recreational activities will be …
Retailers gradually reopen Since 12:01 a.m. today, the province has begun to ease certain restrictions for retailers: Friday May 8: garden centres and nurseries are able to open for in-store payment and purchases, operating under the same guidelines as grocery stores and pharmacies. Saturday May 9 at 12:01 a.m.: Hardware …
This afternoon the province announced that it has significantly increased testing and contact tracing capacity, allowing health experts to identify cases of COVID-19 and support efforts to stop the spread of the virus in the community, long-term care homes, and other congregate settings. In partnership with Ontario Health, Public Health …
Recent announcements of significance from County of Renfrew. Warden Robinson applauds MPP Yakabuski’s intervention on behalf of paramedics Renfrew County Warden Debbie Robinson in her address on April 29 said, “MPP Yakabuski has been influential in ensuring our voice is heard and has personally taken our issues to Ministers Elliott …
Some significant announcements came from the province last week. Certain businesses may re-open on Monday On May 1st, the Ontario government announced it is allowing certain businesses and workplaces to reopen as long as they comply with strict public health measures and operate safely during the COVID-19 outbreak. Those permitted …
Today Ontario released A Framework for Reopening our Province. It outlines the criteria Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health and health experts will use to advise the government on the loosening of emergency measures, as well as guiding principles for the safe, gradual reopening of businesses, services and public spaces. The …
In a news release received on April 26, Education Minister Stephen Lecce announced that all publicly-funded schools will remain closed until at least May 31, 2020, as part of an effort to keep students, staff and families safe from COVID-19. The extension was based on expert advice from the Chief Medical …
On April 25 2020 the Ontario government announced it is providing additional support for frontline workers fighting COVID-19. These workers will receive temporary pandemic pay of $4/hour worked on top of their regular wages. In addition, the government will be providing monthly lump sum payments of $250 for four months …
