COVID-19 Updates
As of July 16, 2021 Ontario will enter in to Stage 3 of the re opening road map. Stage 3 allows for the following restrictions:
As of June 11, 2021 Ontario will enter Stage 1 of the reopening road map. The following measures are in effect:
As of May 22, 2021 Ontario will allow more outdoor recreational amenities to reopen for groups up to 5 people, with additional restrictions in place. 1. Parks and recreational areas. 2. Baseball diamonds. 3. Batting cages. 4. Soccer, football and sports fields. 5. Tennis, platform tennis, table tennis and pickleball courts. 6. Basketball courts. 7. B:M:Xparks. 8. Skate parks. 9. Golf courses and driving ranges. 10. Frisbee golf locations. 11. Cycling tracks and bike trails. 12. Horse riding facilities. 13. Shooting ranges, including those operated by rod and gun clubs. 14. Ice rinks. 15. Tobogganing hills. 16. Snowmobile, cross country ski,_ dogsledding, ice skating and snow shoe trails. 17. Playgrounds. 18. Portions of parks or recreational areas containing outdoor fitness equipment. 19. Arche1y ranges. 20. Boat and watercraft launches. 21. Lawn game courts, including lawn bowling, bocce and croquet courts.
As of May 20, 2021 the Ontario government announced a 3-step roadmap to reopening. The steps are as followed:
The province will remain in each step for at least 21 days to evaluate any impacts on key public health and health system indicators. If at the end of the 21 days, the following vaccination thresholds have been met, along with positive trends in other key public health and health system indicators, then the province will move to the next step:
As of April 19, 2021 weddings, funerals, and religious services have a cap of 10 people indoor or outdoor. Dive-in services are still permitted. In addition interprovincial travel is restricted. Reasons to leave the province include: Live/work, Health care, Indigenous treaty rights, child care/custody, transportation, and those travelling through Ontario to get to another location.
As of April 17, 2021 the Stay at home order has been extended till at least May 20, 2021. The following restrictions will accompany the extended order.
As part of the stay at home order on April 16, 2021, 12:01AM all provincial parks and crown land over night camping is prohibited until further notice.
As of April 8, 2021 we will enter in to a province wide Stay-At-Home Order for a minimum of 4 weeks. The follow measures will be in effect:
As of April 3, 2021 the province of Ontario will enter a shutdown. This shutdown includes but limited to the following measures:
As of March 16, 2021 the following are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine: - Adults 80 years ad older (Born in 1941 or earlier). - All indigenous adults ages 55+ and their immediate household: First Nations, Metis, Inuit (Born in 1941 or earlier). - Residents, staff, and essential caregivers associated with retirement homes. - Highest priority health care workers. - very high priority health care workers, and First Nation Communities & Urban Indigenous.
Visit Algoma Public Health for more details.
As of February 19, 2021 the screening recommendations have been updated in Ontario.
School screening: If any member of the household has new or worsening symptoms of COVID-19 (child or adult), even if they only have one symptom, the person with symptoms is required to isolate AND all other household members are required to stay at home until: They symptomatic individual receives a negative COVID test result, or receives an alternate diagnosis by a health care professional. If there is no test or alternate diagnosis, the symptomatic individual must isolate for 10 days from symptom onset, and all other household members must isolate for 14 days from their last contact with the symptomatic individual.
Work & employee screening: Everyone in a house should stay home if anyone has COVIS-19 symptoms or a member of the house is waiting for test results after experiencing symptoms. Household members of symptomatic individuals are required to isolate until: The symptomatic individuals receives a negative COVID test result, or receives an alternative diagnosis by a health care professional. If there is no test or alternate diagnosis, the symptom individual must isolate for 10 days form symptom onset, and all other household members must isolate for 14 days from their last contact with the symptomatic individual. in addition all employees must screen daily. It is the responsibility of the employer to conduct the screening. Screening should be conducted before or immediately upon arrival at the workplace, on the day of the shift. business also have the right to screen all customers that enter their establishment.
As of February 16, 2021 lockdown has been lifted and Algoma has entered the Yellow - Protect zone. Strengthened measure: Enhanced targeted enforcement, fines and enhanced education to limit further transmission. Apply public health measures in high risk settings.
As of January 14, 2021 at 12:01am the province will enter into a stay at home order. This will allow for people to only leave there homes for essential purposes. These purposes are as listed: accessing health care, for exercise or essential work. All outdoor organized/social gatherings are now limited to 5 people (previously 10). Individuals are required to wear masks when inside establishments. Everyone is encouraged to wear masks outdoors when you can't socially distance. All non- essential retailers (hardware, shopping, liquor stores …) are only allowed to be open from 7am-8pm. Non-essential construction is further restricted.
All students from grade 1-3 will now be required to wear masks while at school joining the grade 4-12 students who have be wearing them since September. In addition all students will now be required to wear mask when outside.
As of January 7, 2021 Provincewide lockdown has been extended for Northern Ontario for an additional14 days set to open back up January 23, 2021. Students in Algoma will return to in class learning January 11, 2021.
As of January 6, 2021 the Ford Government has teamed up with the Greater Toronto airports Authority to offer free COVID-19 testing for international travelers who plan on staying for 14 days.
- Gathering: Maximum 100 people for outdoors, Maximum 25 people indoors, Retirement homes are exempt from gathering limits, Masking required when 2m cannot be maintained from others outside of the same household.
- Religious services: Indoor and outdoor permitted with capacity limited to permit physical distancing of 2 metres.
- Retail: Essential and non-essential open with capacity limited to permit physical distancing of 2 meters
- Restaurants and bars: Indoor and outdoor dining with capacity limited to permit physical distancing of 2 metres and other restrictions & No limits on the number of people per table
- Sports, Recreational fitness facilities and Personal training: Outdoor sports leagues open, Indoor sports open at 50% Capacity, & Indoor fitness classes and personal training with capacity limited to 50%
- Public libraries: Open permitted with capacity limited to permit physical distancing of 2 metres
- Outdoor social gatherings and organized public events with up to 25 people;
- Indoor social gatherings and organized public events with up to 5 people;
- Essential and other select retail permitted at 50 per cent capacity;
- Non-essential retail permitted at 25 per cent capacity;
- Personal care services where face coverings can be worn at all times, and at 25 per cent capacity and other restrictions;
- Outdoor dining with up to 6 people per table, with exceptions for larger households and other restrictions;
- Indoor religious services, rites, or ceremonies, including wedding services and funeral services permitted at up to 25 per cent capacity of the particular room;
- Outdoor fitness classes limited to the number of people who can maintain 3 metres of physical distance;
- Outdoor sports without contact or modified to avoid contact, with no specified limit on number of people or teams participating, with restrictions;
- Overnight camps for children operating in a manner consistent with the safety guidelines produced by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health;
- Outdoor sport facilities, outdoor concert venues, theatres and cinemas, outdoor horse racing and motor speedways, and outdoor fairs, rural exhibitions, festivals are all permitted at 25 per cent capacity and with other restrictions.
As of June 11, 2021 Ontario will enter Stage 1 of the reopening road map. The following measures are in effect:
- Gathering: - Maximum 10 people for outdoor gatherings. -Outdoor end-of-school-year celebration ceremonies held by a school or private school are exempt from outdoor gathering limits, with restrictions. -Masking required when 2m cannot be maintained from others outside of the same household
- Religious services: -Indoors permitted at 15% capacity of the room. -Outdoor permitted with capacity limited to permit physical distancing of 2 metres
- Retail: -Essential and select retail at 25% capacity and can sell all goods (including discount and big box). -Non-essential retail at 15% capacity. -Retail stores in malls closed unless the stores have a street facing entrance.
- Restaurants and bars: -Outdoor dining with 4 people per table and other restrictions.
- Sports, Recreational fitness facilities and Personal training: -Outdoor fitness classes – 10 people maximum, 3 metres distance. -Outdoor personal training – 10 people maximum, 3 metres distance. -Outdoor sports training only – 10 people maximum, 3 metres distance (no games or practices)
- Public libraries: -Curbside pickup for materials. -Access to computers, photocopiers, and similar services permitted.
As of May 22, 2021 Ontario will allow more outdoor recreational amenities to reopen for groups up to 5 people, with additional restrictions in place. 1. Parks and recreational areas. 2. Baseball diamonds. 3. Batting cages. 4. Soccer, football and sports fields. 5. Tennis, platform tennis, table tennis and pickleball courts. 6. Basketball courts. 7. B:M:Xparks. 8. Skate parks. 9. Golf courses and driving ranges. 10. Frisbee golf locations. 11. Cycling tracks and bike trails. 12. Horse riding facilities. 13. Shooting ranges, including those operated by rod and gun clubs. 14. Ice rinks. 15. Tobogganing hills. 16. Snowmobile, cross country ski,_ dogsledding, ice skating and snow shoe trails. 17. Playgrounds. 18. Portions of parks or recreational areas containing outdoor fitness equipment. 19. Arche1y ranges. 20. Boat and watercraft launches. 21. Lawn game courts, including lawn bowling, bocce and croquet courts.
As of May 20, 2021 the Ontario government announced a 3-step roadmap to reopening. The steps are as followed:
- Step One An initial focus on resuming outdoor activities with smaller crowds where the risk of transmission is lower, and permitting retail with restrictions. This includes allowing outdoor gatherings of up to 10 people, outdoor dining with up to four people per table and non-essential retail at 15 per cent capacity.
- Step Two Further expanding outdoor activities and resuming limited indoor services with small numbers of people where face coverings are worn. This includes outdoor gatherings of up to 25 people, outdoor sports and leagues, personal care services where face coverings can be worn and with capacity limits, as well as indoor religious services, rites or ceremony gatherings at 15 per cent capacity.
- Step Three Expanding access to indoor settings, with restrictions, including where there are larger numbers of people and where face coverings can’t always be worn. This includes indoor sports and recreational fitness; indoor dining, museums, art galleries and libraries, and casinos and bingo halls, with capacity limits.
The province will remain in each step for at least 21 days to evaluate any impacts on key public health and health system indicators. If at the end of the 21 days, the following vaccination thresholds have been met, along with positive trends in other key public health and health system indicators, then the province will move to the next step:
- Step 1: 60 per cent of adults vaccinated with one dose.
- Step 2: 70 per cent of adults vaccinated with one dose and 20 per cent vaccinated with two doses.
- Step 3: 70 to 80 per cent of adults vaccinated with one dose and 25 per cent vaccinated with two doses.
As of April 19, 2021 weddings, funerals, and religious services have a cap of 10 people indoor or outdoor. Dive-in services are still permitted. In addition interprovincial travel is restricted. Reasons to leave the province include: Live/work, Health care, Indigenous treaty rights, child care/custody, transportation, and those travelling through Ontario to get to another location.
As of April 17, 2021 the Stay at home order has been extended till at least May 20, 2021. The following restrictions will accompany the extended order.
- You are required to stay home with exceptions for essential reason: Grocery store, pharmacy, health care, outdoor exercise (with only those in your household), or if you are unable to work from home.
- All Elementary and Secondary school will move to online learning.
- All outdoor gatherings are prohibited with exception of those in your household.
- Non essential construction is closed. Homes, hospitals, long-term care home, and assessment centers are considered essential.
- All essential retail settings are limited to 25% capacity.
- All outdoor recreation is closed with the exception of play grounds as long as you can stay 6 feet apart from those in your household and wearing a mask is encouraged
As part of the stay at home order on April 16, 2021, 12:01AM all provincial parks and crown land over night camping is prohibited until further notice.
As of April 8, 2021 we will enter in to a province wide Stay-At-Home Order for a minimum of 4 weeks. The follow measures will be in effect:
- You must only leave your house for essential purposes. (grocery stores, pharmacy, health care services, outdoor exercise close to home with those you live with, or work when you can't be remote)
- Non-essential retailers must only operate for curbside pick-up or delivery.
- Big box stores restricted in-person shopping to grocery items, pet care, cleaning supplies, pharmacy, health care, & personal care supplies.
- In-store shopping will be restricted to 25% capacity, with operating hours 7am - 8pm.
- Greenhouses & garden centers are permitted at 25% capacity.
- Schools and child care will remain open for in person learning.
As of April 3, 2021 the province of Ontario will enter a shutdown. This shutdown includes but limited to the following measures:
- Must stay within your own household, unless you live alone than you can join another household
- No indoor public events/social gatherings, outdoor limited to 5 people
- No indoor or outdoor recreation facilities
- No personal care services
- No indoor or patio dining, Take out only
- Day camps must close
- Limiting wedding, funeral, and religious services to 15% capacity per room, and to the number of people who can stay 2 meters apart outside
- In-person shopping in all retail settings: 50% capacity for all stores that sell food or pharmacy's, 25% for all other retail stores
As of March 16, 2021 the following are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine: - Adults 80 years ad older (Born in 1941 or earlier). - All indigenous adults ages 55+ and their immediate household: First Nations, Metis, Inuit (Born in 1941 or earlier). - Residents, staff, and essential caregivers associated with retirement homes. - Highest priority health care workers. - very high priority health care workers, and First Nation Communities & Urban Indigenous.
Visit Algoma Public Health for more details.
As of February 19, 2021 the screening recommendations have been updated in Ontario.
School screening: If any member of the household has new or worsening symptoms of COVID-19 (child or adult), even if they only have one symptom, the person with symptoms is required to isolate AND all other household members are required to stay at home until: They symptomatic individual receives a negative COVID test result, or receives an alternate diagnosis by a health care professional. If there is no test or alternate diagnosis, the symptomatic individual must isolate for 10 days from symptom onset, and all other household members must isolate for 14 days from their last contact with the symptomatic individual.
Work & employee screening: Everyone in a house should stay home if anyone has COVIS-19 symptoms or a member of the house is waiting for test results after experiencing symptoms. Household members of symptomatic individuals are required to isolate until: The symptomatic individuals receives a negative COVID test result, or receives an alternative diagnosis by a health care professional. If there is no test or alternate diagnosis, the symptom individual must isolate for 10 days form symptom onset, and all other household members must isolate for 14 days from their last contact with the symptomatic individual. in addition all employees must screen daily. It is the responsibility of the employer to conduct the screening. Screening should be conducted before or immediately upon arrival at the workplace, on the day of the shift. business also have the right to screen all customers that enter their establishment.
As of February 16, 2021 lockdown has been lifted and Algoma has entered the Yellow - Protect zone. Strengthened measure: Enhanced targeted enforcement, fines and enhanced education to limit further transmission. Apply public health measures in high risk settings.
As of January 14, 2021 at 12:01am the province will enter into a stay at home order. This will allow for people to only leave there homes for essential purposes. These purposes are as listed: accessing health care, for exercise or essential work. All outdoor organized/social gatherings are now limited to 5 people (previously 10). Individuals are required to wear masks when inside establishments. Everyone is encouraged to wear masks outdoors when you can't socially distance. All non- essential retailers (hardware, shopping, liquor stores …) are only allowed to be open from 7am-8pm. Non-essential construction is further restricted.
All students from grade 1-3 will now be required to wear masks while at school joining the grade 4-12 students who have be wearing them since September. In addition all students will now be required to wear mask when outside.
As of January 7, 2021 Provincewide lockdown has been extended for Northern Ontario for an additional14 days set to open back up January 23, 2021. Students in Algoma will return to in class learning January 11, 2021.
As of January 6, 2021 the Ford Government has teamed up with the Greater Toronto airports Authority to offer free COVID-19 testing for international travelers who plan on staying for 14 days.
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Returning to SchoolWith the leaves changing colour it only means one thing. School is starting up again. Although it may look different this year it can still be an exciting time.
A few simple steps to keep everyone safe this fall are: - Washing your hands well before you eat - Wear a mask when indoors or when you can't physical distance from others - Don't share lunches with others - Sanitize lunch bags, school bags, agendas, mask containers, and re usable masks daily. For more information visit Algoma Public Health |
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COVID-19 Energy Assistance Program for Small BusinessThe Government of Ontario is making $8 million available to support small business and registered charities who are struggling to pay their energy bills as a result of COVID-19. The COVID-19 Energy Assistance Program for Small Business (CEAP-SB) provides a one time, on-bill credit to eligible small business and registered charity customers to help them catch up on their energy bills and resume regular payments.
To apply for CEAP funding, customers should contact their energy provider. Electricity and natural gas utilities and unit sub-meter providers (USMPs) will begin accepting applications for CEAP-SB on August 31, 2020, delivering the program in accordance with rules laid out by the OEB. CEAP-SB funding is limited, with utilities and USMPs expected to process applications in the order in which they are received. Please note, submitting an application does not guarantee funding. For more information, including eligibility requirements and on-bill credit amounts, visit oeb.ca/ceap. - - - - Ontario Energy Board |
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Travelers, Welcome HomeWelcome home Traveler, we're happy to have you back.
A reminder to all those who have traveled out side of Canada that you must self isolate for 14 days under the emergency orders in the Quarantine Act. For more information please visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus-infection/latest-travel-health-advice.html#f http://www.algomapublichealth.com/disease-and-illness/infectious-diseases/novel-coronavirus/#travel |
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W . I . S . EWe all have a responsibility to be COVID W.I.S.E.
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What Does Mandatory Masks Mean?Tomorrow, Algoma will enter into stage 3 of reopening and mandatory face masks.
Face masks help keep us all safe. We recognize and respect that there are individuals who cannot safely wear a mask. These people do not have to provide proof, nor should they be turned away from entering an indoor space. Let's be kind and respect our neighbors and friends. Please visit the Algoma Public Health website: http://www.algomapublichealth.com/disease-and-illness/infectious-diseases/novel-coronavirus/covid-19-sector-specific-guidance/ |
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Have You Traveled?With summer finally arriving many people are traveling to enjoy there time at camp / cottage. Remember to all those who have traveled to Algoma from another region or are coming back to Algoma make sure you are self isolating for 14 days. Don't have visitors. Monitor your health. Wash your hands often with warm water and soap. Cover your mouth when coughing or sneezing.
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Social CirclesAs of June 12,2020 you can form social circles of up to 10 people.
What are social circles? People who can interact and come into close contact with one another without physical distancing. How do you form a safe social circle? Step 1: Start with your current circle: the people you live with or who regularly come into your household. Step 2: If your current circle is under 10 people, you can add members to your circle, including another household, family members or friends. Step 3: Get agreement from everyone that they will join the circle. Step 4: Keep your social circle safe. Maintain physical distancing with anyone outside of your circle. Step 5: Be true to your social circle. No one should be part of more than one circle https://files.ontario.ca/moh-how-to-build-your-social-circle-en-2020-06-12.pdf https://www.ontario.ca/page/create-social-circle-during-covid-19#section-1 |
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Wearing a Non-Medical MaskWearing a face covering (non-medical mask) can be an added measure to protect people around you when #PhysicalDistancing cannot be maintained.
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PERSPECTIVES
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Our Communities Will Be Different This Summer
A great article about the effects COVID-19 has on our usual summer pass times and traditional events we long for each year, by Gord Hume
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Physical Activity during COVID-19
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Physical ActivityWith the warm weather sticking around remember these tips while you are soaking up the spring sunshine.
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Community HelpIf you are unable to get the necessities that you need due to COVID-19 restrictions, please contact the office at 705-779-2992 and we will get in contact with someone who can help you out.
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COVID-19 Daily StressHere are a few different websites to help you cope with the daily stresses of COVID-19:
Dr. Bill Howatt of the Conference Board of Canada gives short, interesting talks about how to deal with the everyday stress here Connex Ontario provides free and confidential health services information for people experiencing problems with alcohol and drugs, mental illness and/or gambling. They are funded by the Government of Ontario. BounceBack® is a free skill-building program managed by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA). It is designed to help adults and youth 15+ manage low mood, mild to moderate depression and anxiety, stress or worry. Delivered over the phone with a coach and through online videos, you will get access to tools that will support you on your path to mental wellness. If you have children, here's the link to the Kids Help Phone. Of course, they have texting and live chat options too! If you have children or other family members in post-secondary, introduce them to Good2Talk. If you need some inspiration, check this out. This 102 year old has some great perspective. We all will too, when we reach her age! :) |
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Build Community Immunity Build community immunity through social distancing and personal prevention.
The COVID-19 virus can only spread through direct touch or through infected droplets from coughing or sneezing. Advice and tips: • Avoid direct contact (touching) with people outside of your immediate family. • Stay 2 metres (6 feet) apart from one another. • Wash your hands often with soap and water for 20 seconds, or use alcoholbased hand sanitizer. • Don’t touch your nose or your mouth, unless you have just washed your hands. • Avoid visiting older adults or people with medical conditions who are at high risk of severe illness. • Stay connected virtually with technology. Stay 2 metres (6 feet) apart when chatting in person. • Stay healthy and active by eating nutritious meals and taking advantage of Algoma’s natural spaces – do this if you have no symptoms and can stay 2 metres (6 feet) apart from others. • Take care of your mental health. Keep a routine. Practice self-care. Take breaks from the news media. Stay connected with friends and family by phone, email or with social media. • If you are sick, stay home until you no longer have any symptoms. Sneeze or cough into your arm or sleeve. For more information please visit: http://www.algomapublichealth.com/media/3362/buildcommunity_fullpackage_a.pdf http://www.algomapublichealth.com/ |
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COVID-19 (coronavirus)
Public Awareness
As part of its Business Continuity Plan COVID-19, which was passed at an emergency meeting on March 17, 2020, the Council of the Township of Prince is sending this flyer as public awareness. The municipal office is closed to the public until further notice. For the time being, the office staff are still working internally and conducting business via phone, mail or email.
The Library and EarlyON Centre is closed and all public gatherings (meetings, exercise group, quilting, etc.) have been cancelled.
The Fire Department is still responding to fires and first response calls.
All the information provided in this document has been gathered through Algoma Public Health, Ministry of Health, World Health Organization and Governments of Canada and Ontario. It is imperative that the information we provide is credible.
There has been 1 case of COVID-19 confirmed in Algoma District at this point in time. We are taking preventative measures in order to guide and protect our employees and the public from COVID-19. The suggested approach that this Council is taking will be Public Awareness and Continuity of Business.
Self-Monitor
You should self-monitor if you:
Self-monitoring means to:
Self-Isolate
You should self-isolate if you:
Self-isolation means to:
If there are others in your home, this means to:
Isolate
Social distancingTogether, we can slow the spread of COVID-19 by making a conscious effort to keep a physical distance between each other. Social distancing is proven to be one of the most effective ways to reduce the spread of illness during an outbreak. With patience and cooperation, we can all do our part.
This means making changes in your everyday routines to minimize close contact with others, including:
There is an increased risk of more severe outcomes for Canadians:
Let’s take care of our community together with a few simple steps:
*Suggestions from the CDC
The Library and EarlyON Centre is closed and all public gatherings (meetings, exercise group, quilting, etc.) have been cancelled.
The Fire Department is still responding to fires and first response calls.
All the information provided in this document has been gathered through Algoma Public Health, Ministry of Health, World Health Organization and Governments of Canada and Ontario. It is imperative that the information we provide is credible.
There has been 1 case of COVID-19 confirmed in Algoma District at this point in time. We are taking preventative measures in order to guide and protect our employees and the public from COVID-19. The suggested approach that this Council is taking will be Public Awareness and Continuity of Business.
Self-Monitor
You should self-monitor if you:
- have no symptoms and
- may have been exposed to COVID-19 in the last 14 days or
- you are in close contact with older adults or people who are medically vulnerable or
- you have been asked to do so by the local public health authority
Self-monitoring means to:
- monitor yourself for symptoms of respiratory illness, such as fever, cough and difficulty breathing
- avoid crowded places and increase your personal space from others when possible
Self-Isolate
You should self-isolate if you:
- have no symptoms and
- may have been exposed to COVID-19 as a result of:
- travelling outside of Canada within the last 14 days or
- coming in close contact with someone diagnosed with COVID-19
Self-isolation means to:
- stay at home
- monitor yourself for symptoms for 14 days
- avoid contact with others
If there are others in your home, this means to:
- stay in a separate room and use a separate bathroom if possible
- keep at least 2 metres between yourself and other people
- keep interactions brief and wear a mask
- do not share personal items, such as toothbrushes, towels, bed linen, utensils or electronic devices
- at least once daily, clean and disinfect surfaces that you touch often, like toilets, bedside tables, doorknobs, phones and television remotes
- avoid contact with individuals with chronic conditions, compromised immune systems and older adults
- avoid contact with pets if you live with other people that may also be touching them
Isolate
Social distancingTogether, we can slow the spread of COVID-19 by making a conscious effort to keep a physical distance between each other. Social distancing is proven to be one of the most effective ways to reduce the spread of illness during an outbreak. With patience and cooperation, we can all do our part.
This means making changes in your everyday routines to minimize close contact with others, including:
- avoiding non-essential gatherings
- avoiding common greetings, such as handshakes
- avoiding crowded places such as concerts, arenas, conferences and festivals
- limiting contact with people at higher risk like older adults and those in poor health
- keeping a distance of at least 2 arms lengths (approximately 2 metres) from others, as much as possible
- keeping a distance of at least 2 arms-length (approximately 2 metres) from others
There is an increased risk of more severe outcomes for Canadians:
- aged 65 and over
- with compromised immune systems
- with underlying medical conditions
Let’s take care of our community together with a few simple steps:
- If you are feeling sick of any kind, please self-isolate for two weeks.
- If you have traveled or have come in to contact with someone who has traveled outside of Canada within the last two weeks self-isolate.
- Wash your hands often for 20 seconds with warm water and soap.
- Avoid touching your eyes, mouth, and face.
- If you are in good health and know that you have elderly family or neighbors check up on them. Bring them groceries or supplies that they need so that they don’t have to leave their house as they are at the highest risk.
*Suggestions from the CDC
What you need to know to help you and your family stay healthy. Wash your hands with soap and water thoroughly. Cough and sneeze into your sleeve or a tissue. Dispose of tissue immediately and wash your hands.
Keep surfaces clean and disinfected. Stay home when you are sick. Call Telehealth Ontario at 1-866-797-0000 or contact your local public health unit.
