COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
Effective March 18, 2020 and until further notice, the Seguin Municipal office at 5 Humphrey Drive will be closed to the public.
Seguin Township will continue to be open for business by appointment only for precautionary and safety reasons. If you wish to meet with a member of Seguin staff, please call (705) 732-4300 or email info@seguin.ca to book an appointment. Alternatively, many Township services can be accessed through the website.
Seguin Township understands the current public health situation with COVID-19 can be very unsettling. The health and safety of our residents and staff is our primary concern, and we want to let you know that we are monitoring and following public health authority guidance as the situation develops. All events and programs have been canceled, and all community facilities have been closed to the public, including all community halls, the Humphrey Arena and all branches of Seguin Public Library effective Sunday, March 15, 2020 through until Thursday, April 30, 2020, or until further notice.
Seguin Township is taking further steps in order to protect the public by closing all Township playgrounds effective Friday, March 27. The Township would like to remind people of the need for physical distancing when using parks, sport courts, ball fields, picnic areas and other open spaces where it can be difficult to maintain the recommended physical distancing guidelines.
WINGS CAFÉ at the Parry Sound Area Municipal Airport will be closed from March 17, 2020 until at least March 31, 2020 or until further notice. The Airport will be open for fuelling and essential services. It is advised to call ahead to the Airport Manager;Neil Pirie at 705-346-1583.
We are regularly cleaning and disinfecting all common touch points such as door handles, pin pads, reception areas and washrooms.
A comprehensive information package has been developed by the West Parry Sound Health Centre.
No access to the internet? This easy to print information package will provide information about COVID-19 in our community for those without internet access. If you know of someone without access to our website, please print a package for them or direct them to contact the Seguin Township Municipal office at (705) 732-4300.
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March 24, 2020 |
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For further COVID-19 information, please visit the North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit website.
We thank our residents for their understanding as we address this challenge together. We will continue to share updates with the public.
| The best way residents can prevent the spread of respiratory viruses including COVID-19 |
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| NEW - Local COVID-19 Assessment Centre |
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West Parry Sound Health Centre, supported by members of the local medical community, is now operating a COVID-19 Assessment Centre located in the Parry Sound Mall. Appointments are necessary and access is only from the rear of the building. Individuals meeting the criteria below may call the COVID-19 Assessment Centre at 705-746-4540 ext. 5030 between the hours of 8:00am-4:00pm, seven days per week. The current criteria for assessment:
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Food Deliveries/Pickup |
Grocery Assistance & Volunteer OpportunityA new website has been launched to connect people in the West Parry Sound area in need of a grocery drop off with local volunteers. This is being run in conjunction with the Sobeys and the Rotary Club program. If you, or someone you know, are in need of a grocery drop off, you can now easily fill in a request form at www.parrysound.ca/help and you will be connected with volunteers to shop and deliver the groceries and supplies to your doorstep. If you would like to assist with shopping and deliveries, the website also has a place for you to sign up to volunteer or to donate. Other Grocery AlternativesThe Rosseau General Store also has a group of volunteers organized to offer home delivery for seniors and those in isolation or quarantine. For more information please call (705) 732-4479. They also offer a "pick & pack" service to be picked up at their front door. Food Take-out/Delivery optionsSeveral local restaurants are now offering take-out or delivery options. We have been advised that the following businesses are open for take-out:
Please call them directly for their hours and services. If you are a business open to the public for take-out, please contact us at 705-732-4300 x 263 to be added to this list. |
| Help for Small Business & Employees |
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A Business Credit Availability Program (BCAP) has been established through Business Development Canada (BDC): Small Business Loan: Up to $100,000 can be obtained online
Working capital loan: For loans over $100,000 and can support everyday operations
Purchase Order Financing: Loans to fulfill domestic or international orders
For more information 1-877-232-2269 or use their online assessment tool
The Employment Insurance program has been restructured. Any employee requiring sick days or isolation can apply for EI Illness. The wait week is waived under this program and medical documentation is not required. Regular benefits can also be obtained for employees that have been laid off. Records of Employment ARE required eventually but not to apply.
Employment Insurance (EI): 1-833-381-2725 or apply online.
To view the Government of Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan announced March 18th 2020, follow this link. |
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| Self-Isolation / Social Distancing - What does it mean? & what you can do to protect our community? |
| Visit the North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit website for information on how to practice Social Distancing and Self Isolation. Self Isolation is required for individuals returning from international travel or who meet certain criteria, such as having symptoms or having had close contact with an individual with COVID-19. Self-isolation is staying home to protect those around you – your family, friends, colleagues - from possibly getting COVID-19. Call the Health Unit at 1-800-563-2808 to be assessed. Social distancing measures are being put in place throughout Canada to help prevent and slow the spread of COVID-19 from person-to-person. This is important so a large number of people do not get sick at the same time. We all share in the responsibility to keep one another healthy. Social distancing involves taking steps to limit the number of people you come into close contact with. This will help to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the community. The earlier these social actions start the better protected we will all be. Social distancing does not mean you must stay in your home. You can still go outside to take a walk, go to the park, or walk your dog. If you need groceries, go to the store. It is simply recommend that while outside you make sure to avoid crowds and maintain a distance of 1-2 meters (3-6 feet) from those around you. To help prevent the spread of COVID-19, wash your hands often, cough and sneeze into your sleeve or a tissue, and stay home if you are feeling sick. |
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