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The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on businesses across Canada and the world cannot be overstated.

Miller Thomson is closely monitoring the situation to ensure that we provide our clients with the appropriate support in this rapidly changing environment. We have written on the pertinent issues and compiled the latest COVID-19 updates from jurisdictions across the country to help you understand the legal implications, minimize risk exposure and manage legal obligations.

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  • As of April 4, 2022, COVID-19 vaccination will continue to be required for employees, contractors and volunteers working in high-risk settings, such as long-term care homes, hospitals and shelters, in the Yukon. For more information, please see this news release. (March 22, 2022)
  • In New Brunswick, the provincial government has amended the COVID-19 vaccination policy for employees. Effective Monday, March 28 vaccination will no longer be a condition of employment for most of the New Brunswick public service. For more information, please see this news release. (March 18, 2022)
  • On March 21, 2022, most public health restrictions in Nova Scotia will be lifted, including gathering limits, physical distancing and mask requirements. For more information, please see this news release. (March 18, 2022)
  • On March 18, 2022, the Yukon government lifted the requirement to wear a mask in public spaces and the requirement to show proof of vaccination to access designated settings for people who are 19 years of age or older. For more information, please see this news release. (March 18, 2022)
  • The Government of Canada has announced that, as of April 1, 2022, fully vaccinated travellers will no longer need to provide a pre-entry COVID-19 test result to enter Canada. For partially or unvaccinated travellers who are currently allowed to travel to Canada, pre-entry testing requirements are not changing. For more information, please see this news release. (March 17, 2022)
  • On March 17, 2022, Prince Edward Island entered Step 2 of its “Moving On” plan, a guide to help the province transition out of the COVID-19 pandemic. In this stage, many indoor facilities are allowed to entertain up to 75% of their capacity. For more information, please see this news release. (March 17, 2022)
  • In New Brunswick, all remaining mandatory COVID-19 measures will be lifted on Monday, March 14, 2022. New Brunswickers will no longer be required to wear masks in public spaces or limit the size of gatherings. All businesses and organizations will be permitted to operate at full capacity without the requirement for physical distancing. For more information, please see this news release. (March 10, 2022)
  • In Manitoba, new public health orders have come into effect today that remove all remaining proof of vaccination requirements for public places. Mask wearing continues to be required in indoor public spaces until March 15.  For more information, see this news release.  (March 1, 2022)
  • In Alberta, almost all public health restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic, including capacity restrictions on social gatherings and businesses, have ended. The provincial mandatory mask mandate has also ended, except in certain facilities that service vulnerable Albertans.  For more information, see this news release.  (March 1, 2022)
  • Starting on March 1, 2022, in the Northwest Territories, proof of vaccination, testing, and enhanced personal protective equipment will only be required for employees and contractors who directly work with vulnerable sectors, in federally regulated industries, and in workplaces where there are other vaccination policies or requirements. For more information, see this news release.  (February 28, 2022)
  • Federal, provincial and territorial labour ministers met virtually today to share information and advance work on priority issues in workplaces across the country, including the challenges and opportunities ahead for workers as Canada emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic.  For more information, see this news release.  (February 25, 2022)
  • The emergency declared by the Premier of Ontario on February 11, 2022 has been terminated (see Ontario Regulation 82/22). (February 24, 2022)
  • Manitoba has provided a health system and COVID-19 response update.  For more information, see this news release. (February 24, 2022).
  • New Brunswick has announced that it will remove remaining COVID-19 mandatory measures on March 14, 2022.  For more information, see this news release. (February 24, 2022).
  • On March 4, the Yukon will eliminate certain COVID-19 public health measures, including gathering size limits on personal and organized gatherings, limits on venue capacity and limits on bars and restaurants.  For more information, see news release. (February 24, 2022).
  • Effective February 23, 2022, the Governor General in Council issued a proclamation revoking the declaration of the Canadian public order emergency pursuant to section 22 of the Emergencies Act. (February 23, 2022)
  • The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has eased some of its COVID-19 restrictions, including limits on informal gatherings and capacity limits for retail stores, restaurants, gyms, and so on. See this Order for more information. (February 21, 2022)
  • The Nunavut Government has eased some COVID-19 restrictions on food service establishments and licensed premises (see the Order) and on gatherings and masking requirements (see the Order).  However, these changes do not apply to the following communities, which are instead governed by new regional restrictions:
  • The Yukon Government has relaxed certain public health restrictions, including capacity limits on indoor gatherings. See this Order for more information. (February 18, 2022)
  • As COVID restrictions ease, British Columbia has made it clear that employers are still required to have COVID-19 safety plans in place and masks remain mandatory in indoor spaces. For more information, see this Order. (February 16, 2022)
  • The British Columbia Government has eased restrictions on restaurants, bars, and nightclubs. Effective February 17, these facilities may operate at full capacity. In addition, dancing is now allowed, although masking and proof of vaccination requirements remain unchanged. For more information, see this Order. (February 16, 2022)
  • The British Columbia Government has eased limits on gatherings and events. As of February 17, indoor and outdoor gatherings may occur with no capacity restrictions. However, masks and proof of vaccination are still required for indoor gatherings. For more information, see this Order. (February 16, 2022)
  • In response to the recent protests against public health measures, the Federal Government has declared a Public Order Emergency throughout Canada. The declaration will grant police and financial institutions extraordinary powers to confront protesters, including the power to halt public assemblies and freeze protesters’ bank accounts and vehicle insurance coverage. For more information, see this Order. (February 14, 2022)
  • Effective February 17, the Ontario Government will ease a number of public health measures. The changes include increased limits for various events and gatherings and removing capacity limits for certain public settings where proof of vaccination is required. For more information, see this Order. (February 14, 2022)
  • Effective February 15, Manitoba will eliminate capacity limits in venues such as restaurants, licensed premises, entertainment venues, indoor and outdoor sporting events and gatherings at private residences. Capacity limits for outdoor public gatherings will be removed, and indoor gatherings will be limited to 50 people unless proof of vaccination is required. For more information, see this Order. (February 14, 2022)
  • The Manitoba Government has relaxed self-isolation requirements. As of February 15, close contacts of a person who tests positive for COVID-19 are not required to self-isolate. However, individuals who test positive for COVID-19 will still be required to self-isolate for five or ten days depending on vaccination status. For more information, see these Orders. (February 14, 2022)
  • Saskatchewan has rescinded its proof of vaccination mandate. As of February 14, proof of vaccine is no longer required to enter many facilities, including restaurants, liquor stores and theatres. For more information, see this Order. (February 13, 2022)
  • Saskatchewan has renewed its mandate requiring face masks be worn in indoor public spaces. The mandate will expire on February 28, 2022. See this Order for details. (February 13, 2022)
  • The Ontario Government has declared and confirmed a province-wide state of emergency in response to recent convoy protests against public health measures which have caused major disruptions throughout the province. The Government has also enacted an Order prohibiting the blocking of movement along critical infrastructure. (February 12, 2022)
  • The Yukon Government has eased a number of COVID-19 public health measures. Capacity limits for many facilities have been relaxed and restaurants may now reintroduce bar and countertop service. For more information, see this Order. (February 11, 2022)
  • The Alberta Government has entered Step 1 of its 3-stage plan to lift COVID-19 public health measures. For details, see this Order. (February 10, 2022)
  • The Government of Saskatchewan has repealed The Employers’ COVID-19 Emergency Regulations and The Public Employers’ COVID-19 Emergency Regulations. For more information, see Order in Council 52/2022, Order in Council 53/2022, and this infographic. (February 9, 2022)
  • The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has relaxed capacity restrictions for gatherings such as recreational activities, religious and cultural ceremonies, and so on. For more information, see this Order. (February 10, 2022)
  • The Yukon Government has implemented new measures in response to the pandemic’s effect on Yukoners’ access to prescription drugs. During the current state of emergency in the territory, and for the 30-day period thereafter, pharmacists will have expanded authorization to prescribe drugs and to extend prescriptions. For more information, see this Order. (February 10, 2022)
  • The Alberta Government has released Operational and Outbreak Standards which outline updated COVID-19 measures for licensed supportive living, long term care, and hospice facilities. The standards relate to masking, health screenings for staff and visitors, PCR testing for residents and staff, and outbreak procedures. For more information, see this Order. (February 9, 2022)
  • The Manitoba Government has relaxed capacity restrictions for certain spaces including restaurants, bars, gyms, and retail businesses. Additionally, workplaces are no longer required to report COVID-19 cases to Public Health. For more information, see this Order. (February 7, 2022)
  • The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has implemented new COVID-19 testing and self-isolation requirements for travellers entering the province. For more information, see this Order. (February 5, 2022)
  • Newfoundland and Labrador has moved into Modified Alert Level 3. As a result, limits on gatherings have been eased, and certain businesses including bars, bingo halls, and cinemas are now allowed to re-open. For more information, see this Order. (February 7, 2022)
  • The Government of Yukon has introduced new limits on indoor recreational team sports for youth 18 years of age and under. Such events are now limited to 25 people or 50% of venue capacity, whichever is less. For more information, see this Order. (February 4, 2022)
  • The Manitoba Government has implemented revised COVID-19 restrictions pertaining to masks, vaccination status, gatherings, business operations, sporting and recreational activities, personal services, and so on.  For more information, see this Order.  (January 31, 2022)
  • British Columbia has issued an updated Order pertaining to events, proof of vaccination and worship services, as well as this Guidance pertaining to indoor exercise, fitness, and dance class facilities. (January 27, 2022)
  • The Federal Government has issued updated requirements for persons entering Canada, pertaining to testing and vaccination (see the Order) and pertaining to quarantine and isolation (see the Order). (January 28, 2022)
  • The Saskatchewan Government has introduced new mandatory isolation and face covering requirements. For more information, see this Order. (January 27, 2022)
  • The Government of Nunavut has:
    • implemented new social distancing rules for various types of businesses as well as limits on public gatherings (see the Order); and
    • introduced restrictions for food service establishments, including masking requirements for staff, social distancing rules, and rules restricting establishments to take-out and delivery service (see the Order). (January 25, 2022)
  • The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has:
    • implemented new self-isolation and testing requirements for crew on all planes and helicopters travelling into the province (see the Order); and
    • announced new restrictions for individuals travelling into the province, including self-isolation and COVID-19 testing requirements (see the Order).  (January 22, 2022)
  • In consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, the Ontario Government has released details of steps to cautiously and gradually ease public health measures, starting on January 31, 2022. See this news release for more information. (January 20, 2022)
  • The Ontario Government has extended the revocation dates of three Orders made under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act until February 9, 2022: Order in Council filed as O. Reg. 8/21 (Enforcement of COVID-19 Measures); Order in Council filed as O. Reg. 55/21 (Compliance Orders for Retirement Homes); and Order in Council filed as O. Reg. 305/21 (Regulated Health Professionals). For details, see the Regulation. (January 20, 2022)
  • The Government of Canada has made three Orders designating various regions across the country as “lockdown regions” within the meaning of the Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit Act. This will allow eligible workers in the regions to claim income support through the Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit. Eligible workers may receive lockdown benefits from December 19, 2021 to the Saturday of the week in which the lockdown measures end.  The regions include:
    • Yukon and Northwest Territories (see Order);
    • Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Manitoba, British Columbia, Prince Edward Island, Alberta, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Nunavut (see Order); and
    • K’atl’odeeche First Nation Reserve Lands (Hay River Reserve), Northwest Territories; Behchoko, Northwest Territories; Tuktoyaktuk, Northwest Territories; Aupaluk, Quebec; Kangirsuk, Quebec; Kuujjuaq, Quebec; Tasiujaq, Quebec; Akulivik, Quebec; Salluit, Quebec; and Puvirnituq, Quebec (see Order). (Published in the Canada Gazette, January 19, 2022)
  • The Government of Canada has introduced new measures to expand eligibility and ensure timely access to the Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit. These include a temporary change to the definition of “lockdown order” in the Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit Act, a permanent change to the required length of lockdown order, and the removal of the requirement set out in the Act that “lockdown orders” must stipulate that non-compliance is an offence or may result in a sanction or administrative monetary penalty. For more information, see the Regulations. (Published in the Canada Gazette, January 19, 2022)
  • The British Columbia Government is extending its COVID-19 Closure Relief Grant until February 16, 2022 and doubling supports for eligible businesses. For more information, see this news release. (January 19, 2022)
  • New Brunswick has introduced new financial supports for self-employed individuals who have had to close their businesses due to COVID-19 restrictions. For details, see this news release. (January 19, 2022)
  • The Nunavut Government has implemented new restrictions on travel into and within the province, as well as new measures to reduce the transmission of COVID-19 via air travel.  For more information, see Mandatory Self-Isolation Order (#8), Order to Air Carriers (#19), and Travel Restriction Order (#24). (January 19, 2022)
  • Starting January 18, 2022, eligible Ontario businesses required to close or reduce capacity due to the current COVID-19-related restrictions can apply for the Ontario Business Costs Rebate Program.  For more information, see this news release.
  • PEI has implemented enhanced public health measures to contain the spread of COVID-19, including limits on gatherings and restrictions on restaurants, bars, retail, fitness facilities, and so on. The new measures will be in place until January 31, 2022.  For more information, see this news release.  (January 18, 2022)
  • The New Brunswick Government introduced a $3 per hour wage top-up for workers who provide services to vulnerable residents and who earn less than $18 per hour. For more information about the Emergency Essential Work Wage Top-Up, which is available until March 14, 2022, see this news release. (January 17, 2022)
  • On January 17, 2022, British Columbia’s Provincial Health Officer:
    • introduced restrictions regarding private and public gatherings and proof of vaccination requirements for indoor events (see the Order);
    • ordered that boards of education, independent school authorities, and francophone education authorities must now collect and report the vaccination status of staff members (see the Order); and
    • ordered that various public health restrictions shall remain in place under the orders for Food and Liquor Serving Premises and Gatherings and Events until February 16, 2022 (see the Order)
  • On January 17, 2022, Nunavut:
    • implemented new public health restrictions, which now apply to food service establishments and licensed premises (see the Order); and
    • introduced new requirements for businesses regarding social distancing, gatherings and masking (see the Order).
  • The Yukon Government has announced new measures to slow the spread of COVID-19, including limits on gatherings and restrictions on businesses such as restaurants, retail stores, and fitness facilities.  For more information, see this news release.  (January 14, 2022)
  • The New Brunswick Small Business Recovery Grant program has been extended until the end of February 2022. More information about the grant can be found in this news release. (January 13, 2022)
  • The Ontario Government has extended a number of COVID-related Orders from January 15 to February 14, 2022.  For more information, see Reg. 8/22: Extensions of Orders. (January 13, 2022)
  • Saskatchewan’s Chief Medical Health Officer has issued a Public Health Order pertaining to mandatory isolation and face coverings.  The Order also provides that employers in essential services fields may apply for an exemption to the self-isolation requirements required in the Order.  For more information, see Public Health Order – Mandatory Isolation and Face Covering (PDF). (January 13, 2022)
  • Saskatchewan’s Chief Medical Health Officer has issued a Public Health Order pertaining to the responsibilities of businesses and organizations to require proof from their patrons of vaccination or negative COVID -19 test.  For more information see Public Health Order – Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination or Negative Test (PDF).  (January 13, 2022)
  • Manitoba’s Chief Provincial Public Health Officer has issued a number of new COVID-19 prevention orders.  For more information, see the Orders.  (January 10, 2022)
  • The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety has released two free online courses to help workplaces and employees safely return to work during the COVID-19 pandemic.  For more information, see this news release. (November 30, 2021)
  • As of December 17, 2021, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador will be requiring employees and service providers of certain businesses to be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical exemption.  For more information, see this news release. (November 17, 2021)
  • The Yukon Government has implemented new COVID-19 measures to rapidly decrease the transmission of COVID-19, including mandatory masking in public places, limits on gatherings, and restrictions on restaurants, bars, fitness facilities, and so on.  For more information, see this news release. (November 15, 2021)
  • The President of the Treasury Board has issued a statement, which will allow public servants to work together in larger numbers in federal work settings.  This statement was made following the release of new occupational health guidance from Health Canada that eases COVID-19 restrictions in federal workplaces.  For more information, see this statement. (November 12, 2021)
  • The Ontario Government, upon seeing the public health trends, is pausing the lifting of capacity limits in the remaining higher-risk settings where proof of vaccination is required.  For more information, see this news release. (November 12, 2021)
  • The Government of Yukon is fast-tracking proof of vaccination requirements for designated settings, such as restaurants, bars, gyms, recreation facilities and so on.  For more information, see this news release. (November 12, 2021)
  • The Government of British Columbia is requiring that all direct government employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof of vaccination by November 22, 2021. For more information, see this news release. (November 1, 2021)
  • B.C.’s mask mandate that requires masks to be worn in indoor public spaces, school spaces, post-secondary spaces and at inside events, which was set to expire on October 31, 2021, has been extended indefinitely.  For more information, see this news release. (November 1, 2021)
  • The Ontario Government has released “A Plan to Safely Reopen Ontario and Manage COVID-19 for the Long-Term,” which outlines the province’s approach to gradually lift remaining public health and safety measures by March 2022.  For more information, see this news release. (October 22, 2021)
  • A new Public Health Order in Saskatchewan will come into effect on October 18 that will require proof of vaccination or a negative test for public access to restaurants, liquor manufacturers, and liquor stores.  For more information, see this news release. (October 15, 2021)
  • The Ontario Government has made the enhanced vaccine certificate with official QR code and the verification app available for download.  For more information, see this news release. (October 15, 2021)
  • As of October 15, 2021, the Quebec Government has mandated that a vaccination passport is required to access health establishments and living environments.  For more information, see this news release. (October 14, 2021)
  • As of November 1, 2021, the Quebec Government will be easing COVID-19 measures for restaurants and bars.  For more information, see this news release. (October 14, 2021)
  • By December 17, 2021, all provincial government employees in Newfoundland and Labrador will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical exemption.  For more information, see this news release.
  • As of November 30, 2021, all Yukon Government employees and frontline health care workers will be required to be fully vaccinated.  For more information, see this news release.
  • The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety has launched a new “Safe Work” app to help make workplace health and safety resources on COVID-19 accessible to Canadian workers.  For more information, see this news release.
  • The Government of the Northwest Territories has introduced a new Labour Market Recovery Wage Grant to support NWT employees in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.  For more information, see this news release. (October 7, 2021)
  • The Province of Newfoundland and Labrador has implemented a vaccine passport for residents and businesses.  For more information, see this news release. (October 7, 2021)
  • The Government of Canada is requiring COVID-19 vaccination for employees in the federally regulated air, rail, and marine transportation sectors and its travellers.  For more information, see this news release. (October 6, 2021)
  • The Government of Canada is requiring COVID-19 vaccination for all federal public servants in the Core Public Administration, including members and reservists of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, regardless of whether they are teleworking, working remotely, or on-site.  For more information, see this news release. (October 6, 2021)
  • The Province of Manitoba is extending the deadline for the Healthy Hire Manitoba Program, which allows local employers to apply for up to $50,000 in provincial support to help cover the wages of new employees who are vaccinated.  For more information, see this news release. (October 6, 2021)
  • The Province of Nova Scotia has announced that all 11,000 direct employees of the provincial government will be required to be fully vaccinated by November 30.  For more information, see this news release.  (October 6, 2021)
  • The B.C. Government has announced that it will require its 30,000 public service employees to be fully vaccinated by November 22, 2021.  For more information, see this news release. (October 5, 2021)
  • Nova Scotia’s vaccine mandate has been expanded to include provincial correctional services and the child-care sector.  For more information, see this news release. (October 4, 2021)
  • Nova Scotians can now use COVID-19 vaccines that they received outside the province as their proof of vaccination.  For more information, see this news release. (October 4, 2021)
  • Starting October 1, 2021, proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative test result will be required in Saskatchewan for public access to many businesses, event venues, as well as for all Government of Saskatchewan ministry, crown and agency employees.  For more information, see this news release. (October 1, 2021)
  • To combat rising cases of COVID-19 during the fourth wave, the Province of Manitoba is expanding requirements for proof of immunization and reducing gathering sizes when unvaccinated individuals are present.  For more information, see this news release. (October 1, 2021)
  • Starting October 5, 2021, the PEI Vax Pass program will allow fully vaccinated Islanders and visitors to access certain businesses, events, and other areas requiring proof of immunization.  For more information, see this news release. (October 1, 2021)
  • The Alberta Government has announced the implementation of a proof of COVID-19 vaccination policy for its 25,500 public service employees.  Employees will have until November 30 to submit proof of full vaccination.  For more information, see this news release.  (September 30, 2021)
  • Beginning September 27, 2021, people in British Columbia must present their BC Vaccine Card as proof of vaccination to enter certain businesses, such as most restaurants and indoor events.  The paper record of immunization will no longer be accepted as proof of vaccination.  For more information, see the B.C. Government’s news release.
  • A new public health order requiring rapid COVID-19 testing of designated front-line public servants in Manitoba who are not fully vaccinated will come into effect on October 18, 2021.  For more information, see the Manitoba Government’s news release.  (September 24, 2021)
  • The Government of Ontario is cautiously easing capacity limits for select indoor and outdoor settings where proof of vaccination is required.  For more information, see the Ontario Government’s news release.  (September 24, 2021)
  • The Government of Yukon is extending critical COVID-19 support programs available to Yukon’s tourism sector, such as the Tourism Accommodation Sector Supplement, Tourism Non-Accommodation Sector Supplement and the Great Yukon Summer Travel Rebate, until March 31, 2022.  For more information, see the Yukon Government’s news release.  (September 24, 2021)
  • Beginning Tuesday, September 21 at 11:59 pm, the province of New Brunswick will be requiring people to show proof of vaccination when accessing certain events, services and businesses, and anyone entering New Brunswick must pre-register their travel.  For more information, see the government’s press release. (September 16, 2021)
  • In preparation for the vaccine certificate policy that will be imposed across the province on September 22, Ontario has released guidance on how individuals may prove their vaccination status and on situations where proof of vaccination will and will not be necessary.  For more information, see the government’s press release. (September 14, 2021)
  • The Public Health Agency of Canada has issued some advice about what it means to be vaccinated against COVID-19.  For more information, see their publication, Vaccinated Against COVID-19? What does it mean to me? (June 25, 2021)
  • The Ontario Government has extended the Stay-at-Home Order until at least June 2, 2021.  For more information, see the government’s press release.
  • Effective immediately, the Ontario government is declaring a third provincial emergency under s 7.0.1 (1) of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act.  As well, effective April 8, 2021 at 12:01 a.m., the government is issuing a province-wide Stay-at-Home order requiring everyone to remain at home except for essential purposes, such as going to the grocery store or pharmacy, accessing health care services (including getting vaccinated), outdoor exercise, or for work that cannot be done remotely.  For more information, see the government’s press release.
  • Effective Saturday, April 3, 2021, at 12:01 a.m., the Ontario Government is moving all 34 public health unit regions into shutdown.  For more information about this emergency brake, see the government’s press release and website.
  • Effective Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at 12:01 a.m., the Ontario Government is moving the Middlesex-London Health Unit to the Red-Control level under the Keeping Ontario Safe and Open Framework.  For more information, see the government’s press release.
  • Effective Monday, March 29, 2021 at 12:01 a.m., the Ontario Government is moving the City of Hamilton Public Health Services to the Grey-Lockdown level and moving the Eastern Ontario Health Unit to the Red-Control level under the Keeping Ontario Safe and Open Framework.  For more information, see the government’s press release.
  • Effective Friday, March 26, 2021 at 12:01 a.m., the Ontario Government is moving the Timiskaming Health Unit to the Red-Control level under the Keeping Ontario Safe and Open Framework.  For more information, see the government’s press release.
  • Effective Monday, March 22, 2021 at 12:01 a.m., the Ontario Government is moving: (1) Brant County Health Unit, Chatham-Kent Public Health, and Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit into the Red-Control level; (2) Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health into the Orange-Restrict level; and (3) Kingston, Frontenac and Lennox & Addington Public Health, North Bay Parry Sound District, Porcupine Health Unit, and Timiskaming Health Unit into the Yellow-Protect level under the Keeping Ontario Safe and Open Framework.  For more information, see the government’s press release.
  • Effective Friday, March 19, 2021 at 12:01 a.m., the Ontario Government is moving the Ottawa Public Health Region to the Red-Control Level under the Keeping Ontario Safe and Open Framework.  For more information, see the government’s press release.
  • Effective Monday, March 15, 2021 at 12:01 a.m., the Ontario Government is moving Lambton Public Health into the Grey-Lockdown level, moving Northwestern Health Unit into the Red-Control level, and moving Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit into the Yellow-Protect level under the Keeping Ontario Safe and Open Framework.  For more information, see the government’s press release.
  • Effective Friday, March 12, 2021 at 12:01 a.m., the Ontario Government is implementing an “emergency brake” in the Public Health Sudbury and Districts region and moving it to the Grey-Lockdown level in the Keeping Ontario Safe and Open Framework.  For more information, see the government’s press release.
  • Effective March 8, 2021 at 12:01 a.m., Toronto, Peel and North Bay Parry Sound District public health regions will be transitioned out of shutdown, with the Stay-at-Home order no longer in effect.  Additionally, seven other public regions will be moved to new levels in the COVID-19 Response Framework:  Keeping Ontario Safe and Open.  For more information, see the Ontario government’s press release.
  • The Canadian Government has proposed an increase to the number of weeks for recovery benefits and EI regular benefits to support Canadians.  For more information, see this press release (February 19, 2021)
  • The Ontario government is moving 27 public health regions out of shutdown?and into a revised and strengthened COVID-19 Response Framework: Keeping Ontario Safe and Open. For more information, see the government’s press release. (February 12, 2021)