Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

'We really have to raise awareness in order to help reduce the risk in that age group, and all travellers returning have to act responsibly and I believe our community will come closer together by staying farther apart'

Medical Officer of Health for the unit says this highlights that there is now community transmission of COVID-19 in the area

Drivers assured they will not lose licenses or test fees. Fail to keep appointment fees waived

Additionally, a COVID-19 outbreak at a Markham seniors’ home indicates local transmission occurring in region, medical officer of health advises

'The dining car service on the Polar Bear Express passenger train is temporarily suspended. Passengers have been encouraged to bring food and drink with them on their journey'

The province has provided a few details on seven of the cases, but the other 40 have no identifying information such as age, gender, and applicable health unit

Amenities such as washrooms are closed for the season and will remain closed during the COVID-19 pandemic

Medical officer of health says this case a reminder that out-of-country travellers should self-isolate

The 4 individuals scheduled to be inducted will be inducted at next year’s dinner

'Reducing our service allows us time to thoroughly clean our equipment and better protect our drivers and passengers'