COVID-19 Update: WDG Public Health Region is now in Red

CENTRE WELLINGTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PROVIDES COVID-19 GOVERNMENT AND BUSINESS SUPPORT UPDATES

WDG Public Health Region moves to Red, Control, Level, effective Monday, December 14.

Effective today, Monday, December 14, Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health will be moved to the RED (Control) level, as outlined in the provincial COVID-19 Response Framework: Keeping Ontario Safe and Open.

PUBLIC HEALTH ADVICE ACROSS ALL SECTORS

trips outside of the home should only be for essential reasons (work, school, groceries/pharmacy, health care, assisting vulnerable individuals or exercise and physical activity)
families should not visit any other household or allow visitors in their homes – people who live alone can gather with one household
everyone should avoid social gatherings
work remotely, where possible

What does this mean for your business?

The framework outlines sector-specific changes, as well as general public health measures. For the full framework, click here.

What does this mean for CWCC?

Our team will be transitioning back to working from home this week and through into at least early 2021. We continue to work diligently to support the local business community, and will continue to be available at (519) 843-5140 and/or [email protected].

Are you compliant with workplace screening regulations?

Businesses or organizations must operate in compliance with the advice, recommendations instructions issued by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health on screening individuals. This includes:

Workplaces must screen any workers or essential visitors entering the work environment. See the COVID-19 Screening Tool for Workplaces for more information.
Some businesses or organizations must screen patrons. Where this is required, it is noted in the sector-specific pieces of the framework.

The Get Ready Daily Screening Tool™ is one option that has been presented to Ontario Chambers of Commerce. It is a simple and easily accessible app that allows employees, essential visitors, and contractors to complete the required assessment on their desktop or mobile device to determine if they are COVID-19 safe to enter a workplace. With custom logo branding available, and a manager dashboard with at-a-glance results, it's an easy way to be compliant.

CWCC members receive a 10% discount. Email us for the code!

Do you have a Workplace Safety Plan?

We have resources and affinity partners that can help you with this! Please send us an email or give us a call and we will connect you with the information and support that you need.

Email [email protected] or call 519-843-5140.

Centre Wellington Chamber of Commerce

400 Tower St. S., Fergus | 519.843.5140 | www.cwchamber.ca