PSA: Reminder: Physical distancing still in effect
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Vaughan’s By-law team is
working around the clock to keep the community safe
As some City of
Vaughan facilities gradually reopen in response to COVID-19, health and safety
continues to be the priority. Physical distancing protocols remain in effect
and must be followed – including when visiting parks, trails, playgrounds and
other outdoor amenities.
When enjoying
these areas, residents must: stay at least two metres (approximately six feet)
away from others not in their social circles; avoid gatherings of more than 100
people outdoors; not share equipment such as tennis balls and racquets; and
keep dogs on a leash if not in a designated off-leash area. Playgrounds are neither supervised nor
sanitized and require everyone to take precautions, including washing hands
before and after park visits.
By-law
officers continue to operate, patrol and respond to all calls on a priority
basis. A focus remains on public safety matters including, but not limited to,
the Ontario Reopening (A
Flexible Response to COVID-19) Act, 2020 – formerly the Emergency
Management and Civil Protection Act – Stage 3 Ontario Regulations and
Orders, the City’s Emergency Measures
By-law
and the regulation of the use of local parks and open spaces in Vaughan.
Failure to comply with these regulations is an offence and subject to fines
ranging from $500 to $100,000.
All violations can be reported
to Access Vaughan at 905-832-2281 or accessvaughan@vaughan.ca.
Reports of this nature will be referred to the City's By-law
and Compliance, Licensing and Permit Services department for investigation.
To receive the latest
updates as they happen, residents are encouraged to sign up for City Update
eNewsletter at vaughan.ca/CityUpdate and follow the City’s Twitter, Facebook and Instagram channels.
Those who feel unwell
and believe they have symptoms related to COVID-19 should contact York Region
Public Health or Telehealth Ontario at 1-866-797-0000. For additional
information and resources on COVID-19, visit the City’s website at vaughan.ca/COVID19 or York Region's
website at york.ca/COVID19.
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