Covid-19

December 17, 2021

Today, the Government of Ontario announced new restrictions to respond to increasing COVID-19 case numbers and slow the spread of the Omicron variant in the province.

“The City of Mississauga supports the restrictions announced today,” said Mayor Bonnie Crombie. “While I know this is not the holidays we all imagined, I am hopeful that these measures act as the ‘circuit breaker’ we need to curb the rapid spread of the Omicron variant. We need to ensure we are doing all we can to slow the spread of this very transmissible strain of COVID-19 and protect the capacity of our hospital system. Please use every tool at your disposal. Follow public health measures including getting your booster if you are eligible, reducing your contacts and taking advantage of the province’s free rapid tests if gathering with family and friends. Please consider smaller gatherings this holiday season to help protect the progress we’ve made and our family, friends and neighbours.”

Starting Sunday, December 19, the Government of Ontario is introducing a 50 per cent capacity limit in certain indoor public settings. These include:

• Gyms
• Indoor recreational amenities
• Marinas and boating clubs
• Personal care services
• Restaurants and bars
• Retailers (including grocery stores and pharmacies)

These limits do not apply to any portion of a business or place that is being used for a wedding, funeral or  religious ceremony.

Additional protective measures are also being applied:

• The number of patrons permitted to sit at a table will be limited to 10 people and patrons will be required to remain seated in restaurants and bars.
• Bars, restaurants, meeting and event spaces will be required to close by 11 p.m.
• Take out and delivery will be permitted beyond 11 p.m.
• The sale of alcohol will be restricted after 10 p.m. and consumption of alcohol in businesses or settings after 11 p.m.
• Food and drink services will be prohibited at indoor sporting events and concert venues.

For a full list of the new measures implemented by the Government of Ontario, please visit Ontario.ca/covid19.

Update on City services as of Sunday, December 19:

• In accordance with the Provincial Regulations, the City of Mississauga Recreation and Culture facilities will limit overall capacity to 50 per cent.
• The 50 per cent capacity limit applies to Raptors 905 (NBA G League), Mississauga Steelheads (OHL) and other live event partners, at our live event venues, including the Paramount Fine Foods Centre and the Living Arts Centre.  Any impacted ticket holders will be contacted in advance regarding refund information.
• No food or beverages will be available during indoor  events as concessions will be temporarily closed. Spectators must remain seated during any events and wear a mask at all times.
• Meeting spaces at City of Mississauga facilities will close by 11 p.m.
• The City of Mississauga will not be implementing any additional reservation requirements for drop-in programs and activities at this time. These programs and activities can be accessed on a first-come, first served basis.

For more information about impacts to recreation programs, visit mississauga.ca/recreation-and-sports/.

The province is opening up the eligibility for booster shots starting on December 13. If you have received your COVID-19 vaccine series (two doses) more than six months ago, and you are over the age of 50, you can book your third-dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Those who are able to book an appointment can do so through the COVID-19 vaccination portal, by calling the Provincial Vaccine Contact Centre at 1-833-943-3900, or in select pharmacies and primary care settings. Read More

November 17, 2021

Peel Public Health advises residents to get their annual flu shot this November to help protect against influenza.

All residents can make an appointment to get their free flu shot at the following locations:

• Family doctors’ offices and walk-in clinics for adults and children over 6 months of age.
• Participating pharmacies for adults and children aged 2 and over.
• Individuals without a health card can get a flu shot from a community health centre or at a pharmacy.

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City of Mississauga Following Provincial Plan to Safely Reopen

On October 22, the Government of Ontario announced a Plan to Safely Reopen Ontario and Manage COVID-19 for the Long-Term which includes lifting remaining capacity restrictions in places where proof of vaccination is required.

“This is a promising sign that we are heading in the right direction and getting life back to normal,” said Mayor Bonnie Crombie. “I know that businesses have had an incredibly difficult 18 months with repeated closures and changing capacity limits. I am hopeful that this plan will provide much needed relief and a light at the end of the tunnel, as well as allow many of our businesses to get back on their feet.” Read More

To comply with Peel Public Health’s Letter of Instruction for all residents of Peel Region, the City of Mississauga will now require proof of vaccination for those aged 12 and older who are participating in organized sports and recreation fitness activities indoors starting November 1.

Effective November 1, 2021, all participants 12 years and older entering a City of Mississauga recreation or culture location will be required to provide proof of vaccination or a valid medical exemption, along with identification. This will apply to youth and all coaches, instructors, caregivers, volunteers, and game officials.

“Our staff are working hard behind the scenes to make this a seamless transition and we are in the process of contacting sports teams, coaches or volunteers and participants that the new requirements impact,” said Jodi Robillos, Acting Commissioner of Community Services. “Youth that remain unvaccinated and enrolled in a program at one of the City’s many facilities will be offered a prorated refund upon request.”

Anyone over the age of 12 who is required to show proof of vaccination can show a printed or digital copy of their proof of vaccination certificate and a piece of Government-issued ID.

The Letter of Instruction was directed by Peel’s Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Lawrence Loh in accordance with Provincial Regulations. According to Peel Public Health, indoor sports venues have been identified as “locations of concern,” which have been driving transmission of COVID-19 over the last few weeks. The additional measures in Peel Region, which includes the City of Mississauga, will help to protect Peel’s active youth sports community.

Learn more about the City of Mississauga’s COVID-19 proof of vaccination requirements.

Brampton, ON. (October 15, 2021) – Effective November 1, 2021 at 12:01 a.m., all participants 12 years and older entering sports or recreational fitness facilities in Peel will be required to provide proof of vaccination or a valid medical exemption, along with identification. This will apply to youth and all coaches, instructors, caregivers, volunteers, and game officials.

This proof of vaccination program is directed under a Letter of Instruction issued by Peel’s Medical Officer of Health.

Beginning November 1, the following documents will be required for every entry into sports facilities: 

• Identification and proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or
• A valid medical exemption.

Indoor sports venues in Peel Region have been identified as locations of concern which have been driving transmission of COVID-19 over the last few weeks. The Peel program is consistent with other municipalities and will help to protect Peel’s active youth sports community.

Peel Public Health supports a provincial approach to proof of vaccination for youth sports to bring consistency across Ontario.

Residents can get their first or second dose at any Peel clinic.

Thanksgiving is a great time to gather with family and friends over a meal. While case counts are starting to decline in the city of Mississauga, COVID-19 public health measures are still in effect to keep you safe. If you are hosting or attending a Thanksgiving gathering, here are a few tips to keep in mind: Read More