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Bruce Power has donated over 120 thousand non-medical grade face coverings to the communities in Grey and Bruce Counties. Public health is directing the donation to Long-Term Care and Retirement Home to address the need generated from the new regulations requiring those residents to wear face covering. Utilizing the donation for this vulnerable sector provides enhanced protection for those living in Long-Term Care and Retirement Homes.

This time of year, we typically look to celebrate with friends and family. However, with COVID-19, we urge everyone to celebrate differently – stay within the guidelines and limit engagement with others outside your immediate family.

There have been reports of two fatal drug poisonings today, Friday December 11th, 2020.  These occurred in near Owen Sound and in Hanover. The substance involved appears to be fentanyl or carfentanil. In one event, the drug was in the form of a whitish/pink substance.  There has been a consistent trend of highly toxic street drugs leading to fatal overdoses over the past 2 weeks.  All street drugs should be deemed highly toxic.

COVID-19 and Children’s Playdates & Birthday Celebrations COVID-19 means we need to re-think children’s playdates and birthday parties. We urge everyone to stay within the guidelines and stay safe by limiting engagement with others outside your immediate family.It may not be clear why you should not see other people in your own home when things like school and shopping are still happening. The difference lies in the rules and guidelines around schools and shopping that do no...

Public Health has recently investigated cases of COVID-19 associated with hockey teams. To ensure a safe return to hockey, the Ontario Hockey Federation and the province have provided guidance to prevent COVID-19 transmission. Public health works with teams to ensure safety of the team and the community. Public Health reminds hockey associations, parents, and players of the need to follow standard precautions, association guidelines and provincial law to reduce the risk of COVID-19.