Effective Saturday, April 17, 2021 at 12:01 a.m., the Ontario Government is extending and strengthening the province-wide Stay-at-Home order. All current restrictions remain in place, in addition to:
*Outdoor recreational amenities are CLOSED. This includes playgrounds, basketball courts, soccer fields, skateparks and golf courses.
*All outdoor gatherings are prohibited except with members of the same household. For a person who lives alone, they may visit with one household.
*All non-essential workplaces in the construction sector will be closed.
*Reduced capacity limits to 25 per cent in all retail settings where in-store shopping in permitted. This does include supermarkets.
As further details are provided we will provide updates.
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On April 3, 2020, the Town of Grimsby joined with the Niagara Region and municipalities across the Region, to declare a state of emergency related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Niagara Region, which includes Grimsby, in now in Stage 3 of the provincial re-opening framework.
The Town of Grimsby is working to gradually and safely reopen services within the Ontario government's Re-opening Framework guidelines. Working with Niagara Region Public Health and other agencies, the Corporation is putting measures in place to ensure the health and safety of Grimsby residents and staff, and to also ensure that services are restored effectively. Updates will be shared here and through social media as they become available.
Latest News
Vaccinations
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Niagara Region Public Health Vaccination Information
Niagara Region Vaccination Statistics
Ontario's Vaccination Plan
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COVID-19 Municipal FAQ
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We continue to receive questions regarding various scenarios. Please see the answers below for clarification.
What is a State of Emergency? |
An emergency is defined under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act as “a situation or an impending situation that constitutes a danger of major proportions that could result in serious harm to persons or substantial damage to property and that is caused by the forces of nature, a disease or other health risk, an accident or an act whether intentional or otherwise.” |
What does declaring an emergency do? |
Declaring an emergency together with the Niagara Region and other local municipalities underscores the critical nature of the COVID-19 situation. It further demonstrates that the Town and the Region are taking every step possible to protect residents from the Coronavirus threat. The declaration is also another way of conveying the severity of the situation to those in our communities who are ignoring the rules and regulations related to the COVID-19 emergency.
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Is there anything I should do differently during a State of Emergency?
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Continue to follow direction from public heath authorities such as Niagara Region Public Health and Public Health Ontario. Public Health information is available at the bottom of this page. |
How many cases of COVID-19 are in Niagara? |
Visit Niagara Region Public Health's Statistics Page for current regional case information. |
Can Sports Fields be used?
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Sports Fields are CLOSED at this time.
Established Leagues looking to resume Sport activities must contact the Parks, Recreation and Culture department @ 905-945-1288.
For inquiries regarding municipal services - please see the contact us page.
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What businesses are open and which are closed?
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When am I required to wear a mask?
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On October 2, the Ontario government mandated face coverings in public places. For information about those requirements please visit this link: Face coverings and face masks
On Sept. 17, 2020, Niagara Regional Council extended the temporary face covering by-law (By-law 2020-46) to require residents to wear mandatory face coverings in enclosed public places, and on Regional and municipal transit during the COVID-19 pandemic. This by-law is to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 in indoor public spaces as more businesses and services begin to reopen. This link provides further details about the requirements, on the Niagara Region's website: Further Mask Details
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What are the current gathering limits? |
For current gathering limitations and information please refer to current restrictions and public health measures.
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Enforcement
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Concerns about individuals not abiding by the mandatory 14-day self isolation following international travel, under the federal Quarantine Act, must be directed to Niagara Region Public Health at 905-688-8248 or 1-888-505-6074 (press option 7 then follow the prompts), or submit online.
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For Grimsby non-compliance of parks, gatherings and similar concerns – please call Town Hall during works hours, submit an online bylaw complaint form, or call the emergency operations line after hours at 905-945-9201. If the matter is more urgent or other attempts are unsuccessful call the Niagara Region Police COVID-19 Enforcement support line @ 1-877-552-5579. Do not call 9-1-1
- Complaints about businesses operating that are non-essential: Call Town Hall during business hours, submit an online bylaw complaint form, or contact 905-945-9201 after hours.
- For all COVID-19 health matters and/or inquiries, please call the Public Health hotline at 905-688-8248 or 1-888-505-6074 (press option 7 then follow the prompts)
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Restoring Municipal Services
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The Town of Grimsby is committed to restoring municipal services in a safe and efficient in a manner, while also continuing to maintain controls that manage COVID-19 risks.
Recovery Framework |
A recovery team has been established for the Town of Grimsby, to ensure focused attention on the recovery and adaptation plans needed from COVID-19. The recovery team is focusing on three key areas: Rework, Respond and Reimagine.
REWORK
Preparing and adapting the work environment to ensure safety, productivity and adaptability to fluctuating work environments, related to COVID-19.
RESPOND
Adjusting corporate plans and customer service approaches such as preparing financial impact reviews, opening up some municipal services safely, exploring ways to interact with the community virtually, and providing safe and functional customer service experiences
REIMAGINE
Renewing, reimagining and adapting community services; preparing for flexible and impactful community engagement, providing support for our community service partners.
As municipal services resume, additional information will be shared with community members.
Grimsby is currently in Stage 3 of the Ontario Framework for Re-opening.
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Public Health Guidance |
While visiting public spaces, everyone must continue to follow Public Health guidelines to limit the spread of COVID-19:
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Continue Frequent Hand washing and hand sanitization
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Maintain 2 m (6 feet) meter physical distancing
- Face coverings are required in public facilities
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Avoiding touching shared surfaces
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Staying home if feeling ill
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Municipal Service Status Updates |
The health and well being of our community remains top priority to the Town of Grimsby. As services begin to resume, updates can be found here as to what is currently open.
Services Status
Beach / Waterfront |
OPEN |
Dog Parks |
OPEN |
Facility Rentals |
Closed |
Fitness Centre - Peach King Centre |
Closed |
Fitness Programs |
Closed
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Grimsby Lions Pool |
Opening planned for Summer 2021 |
Grimsby Museum |
Closed |
Grimsby Public Art Gallery |
Closed |
Grimsby Public Library |
Closed |
Livingston Activity Centre |
Closed |
NRT OnDemand |
Operating - website link |
Outdoor Rink |
Closed |
Parks |
OPEN for walking and household use |
Peach King Centre |
Closed |
Picnic Areas and Pavilions |
OPEN - for passive use |
Playgrounds, Play Equipment and Hard Courts |
Closed |
Skate Park |
Closed |
Splash pad - Peach King Centre |
Closed for the season |
Sports Fields |
Closed |
Summer Camp |
Stay tuned for the 2021 program |
Tennis Courts |
Closed |
Town Hall |
Closed |
Waste Receptacle Purchase |
Open by Appointment |
Washrooms - for public use |
Closed |
Town staff will continue to assist and serve citizens online and over the phone. Our phones will continue to be answered between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM Monday to Friday (905-945-9634), and online service requests will remain available at www.grimsby.ca
Some municipal services will still be made available by appointment. We would ask that you please contact our staff through phone or email. If an appointment is required our staff would be happy to guide you through our public interaction protocol to determine if we are able to facilitate an in-person meeting at this time.
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Visiting Municipal Public Buildings |
NOTE: Currently municipal buildings are CLOSED for most services and appointments. Staff are happy to assist as best as they are able through phone calls and emails
Please note the following if planning a visit to one of our municipal buildings that are open for public use:
- All facilities require face coverings to be worn at all times (exceptions - sport and strenuous fitness and exceptions as part of the Niagara Region Face Covering Bylaw)
- All patrons are asked to complete self screening prior to arriving at the site. Please use this Niagara Region Public Health screening tool
- All patrons will be asked for confirmation of screening upon entering the facility and will be asked to provide contact information for attendance tracing purposes
- Attendance tracing information will be shared with Public Health if requested for purposes of contact tracing. Please note that any instances of contact tracing related to COVID-19 will be completed by Niagara Region Public Health, not by Town Staff or rental group organizations.
- Facilities are open for specific planned uses only, they are not currently open for general visiting
- Visitors to the Peach King Centre facility are restricted to those that are part of a specific rental, program or activity, or for brief general counter inquiries. Reduced facility capacity restrictions are in place, and all uses have prescribed entrance and exit times that must be adhered to.
- All public facilities have additional cleaning protocols in place. Space modifications have been made to ensure physical distancing can be maintained. Hand sanitizer is available at all sites.
- Some facilities, including Town Hall, are providing services by appointment only.
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Public Health Information
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The local public health unit for Grimsby is Niagara Region Public Health. For local health information and updates on COVID-19 please visit the Niagara Region Public Health website: Niagara Region Public Health
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