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DATED: September 12, 2022
Effective September 12, 2022 the Province of Ontario opened bivalent COVID-19 booster shot bookings for vulnerable populations. All Ontarians aged 18+ will be eligible to book an appointment for the bivalent booster shot starting Sept. 26. Read the full news release.
The City of Orillia is in regular communications with the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU), Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital and the County of Simcoe Health and Emergency Services regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. For the most up-to-date local information, visit the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit website. For the most up-to-date Provincial Information, visit the Province of Ontario website.
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Audio Message/Transcript of Audio Message from Mayor Steve Clarke - January 31, 2022
City of Orillia Updates and COVID-19 Service Impacts
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The City of Orillia continues to adapt its processes to provide services to the community during the COVID-19 pandemic. Public health encourages residents to assess their own level of risk when out in public and take appropriate precautions. Those who are at higher risk of serious illness from COVID-19 and other infections are encouraged to continue to wear a mask. Below is a summary of what is closed/open in City operated facilities as of June 10, 2022.
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COVID-19 Emergency Measures Information
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In line with the further easing of provincial COVID-19 public health measures, the City of Orillia’s local state of emergency was terminated effective March 1, 2022. Read the full news release here. The state of emergency was declared on March 20, 2020, by Mayor Clarke in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and provided the City with the flexibility and streamlined decision making processes through the City’s Emergency Control Group to quickly respond and provide support to residents and businesses where needed. By terminating the state of emergency, the City’s Emergency Management Committee and Primary Emergency Control Group deactivated; however, the City’s Senior Leadership Team and Council continue to monitor impacts and manage and respond to COVID-19. The City of Orillia COVID-19 Emergency Measures By-law ended with the termination of the municipal state of emergency effective March 1, 2022. |
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The Province of Ontario is gradually easing public health measures. Read the full news release from the Province here. Effective March 21, 2022 most masking mandates have ended, except for public transit, long-term care, retirement homes and other health-care settings, shelters, jails, and congregate care and living settings. Effective March 28, 2022, the Reopening Ontario Act (ROA) expires. Effective June 11, 2022, masking requirements in all remaining settings will be removed. See the latest updates on the Province of Ontario measures at ontario.ca/COVID-19. |
COVID-19 Public Health Information
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Proof of Vaccination Requirements |
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In line with provincial measures, proof of vaccination requirements are no longer required at Orillia recreation and culture facilities. Visitors are asked to self-screen for COVID-19 symptoms before visiting a City facility and to stay home if they are ill. Public health encourages residents to assess their own level of risk when out in public and take appropriate precautions. Those who are at higher risk of serious illness from COVID-19 and other infections are encouraged to continue to wear a mask. As public health and health care indicators continue to improve, effective March 1, 2022, the Province lifted capacity limits in all indoor public settings and remove proof of vaccination requirements. Effective March 21, 2022, masking requirements in most settings have been removed, though individuals can continue to wear masks, and regulatory requirements for businesses will be removed, including passive screening and safety plans. For more information on the Province’s plan to gradually lift public health measures, please visit ontario.ca/COVID-19. |
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Find up-to-date information on COVID-19 vaccinations and where to get vaccinated in Simcoe Muskoka, including Orillia, on the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit website. |
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Effective Aug. 11, 2021, the Couchiching Ontario Health Team (OHT) COVID-19 Assessment Centre was re-located back to the Kiwanis Building at Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital. For more details, please read the news release issued June 30, 2021. For details on the Orillia Assessment Centre location, hours, and how to book an appointment, here. |
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Updated COVID-19 Isolation Guidelines |
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As announced on March 9, 2022, the Province has updated COVID-19 isolation guidelines to minimize the impact to workers and families, while ensuring that the highest risk settings continue to be protected. Please visit ontario.ca/COVID-19 for the latest information regarding isolation requirements for COVID-19 and for more information on the Province’s plan to gradually lift public health measures. |
Business and Community Support
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To learn more about available business supports, contact the Business Development, Culture and Tourism Department at 705-325-4900 or edc@orillia.ca. To see available business supports from the Province of Ontario, visit ontario.ca/COVIDsupport.
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Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Orillia has adapted services and community assistance measures accordingly. Past measures include:
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