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    COVID-19 is a respiratory virus with pneumonia-like symptoms. COVID-19 has been declared a global pandemic. The Township of Springwater is taking precautions to help protect our vulnerable residents. Working with partners and agencies at all levels of government, the Township is monitoring the situation and responding accordingly. 

    Municipal Impacts

    Status of Facilities and Services

    Facility or Service

    Current Status

    Notes

    Facilities - Township Administration Centre

    Open

    • The Township Administration Centre is open to the public, Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Appointments are strongly encouraged.
    • Staff are also available to assist by email or telephone. Contact details are available at springwater.ca/contact 

    Facilities - Fire Halls

    Open

    • Fire Station 3 is open to the public, Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Appointments are strongly encouraged.
    • Staff are available to assist by email or telephone. Contact details are available at springwater.ca/contact
    • Burn permits are available online at springwater.ca/burnpermit

    Facilities - Libraries

    Open

    • The Elmvale and Midhurst Branches have reopened to the public. The Minesing Branch remains open for curbside service only. Learn more at springwater.library.on.ca 
    • A 'masking hour' will occur weekly on Thursdays from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm for those who feel safer knowing others around them are wearing masks.

    Facilities – Community Halls

    Closed

    • Not available for rentals at this time. Staff are currently working towards and anticipate reopening community halls by the end of April.  

    Facilities – Elmvale Arena

    Open

    • The Elmvale Community Arena is open with physical distancing and passive screening measures in place. Learn more at springwater.ca/Arena. 

    Outdoor Rinks

    Closed

    •  Closed for the season

    Parks – General Use

    Open 

    • All parks are open with physical distancing measures in place.
    • All public washroom facilities are closed at this time.

    Parks - Playgrounds

    Open

    • Ensure 2 metres (6 feet) of distance between you and the closest person. If you cannot maintain 2 metres of distance, please wait your turn.
    • Please be courteous and limit your time to 30 minute if others are waiting.
    • Equipment is not sanitized.

    Parks - Outdoor Fitness Equipment

    Open

    • Ensure 2 metres (6 feet) of distance between you and the closest person. If you cannot maintain 2 metres of distance, please wait your turn.
    • Please be courteous and limit your time to 30 minute if others are waiting.
    • Equipment is not sanitized.

    Parks - Sports Fields and Courts

    Closed

    • Closed for the season.

    Orr Lake Boat Launch

    Closed

    • Closed for the season.

    Parks - Pavilions

    Open

    • Outdoor pavilions are open with physical distancing measures in place.

    Parks - Splash Pad

    Closed

    • Closed for the season.

    Face Coverings in Indoor Public Spaces

    In line with the Government of Ontario’s recent announcement to remove the mandatory masking requirement for most indoor settings, the Township of Springwater will no longer require masks to be worn at Township facilities effective March 21, 2022. Masks will continue to be required in select settings such as public transit, health care settings, long-term care homes and congregate care settings until April 27, 2022.

    Residents are encouraged to assess their own level of risk and take appropriate precautions when out in public settings. Those who are unable to properly distance themselves and those at higher risk of serious illness from COVID-19 and other infections are encouraged to continue to wear a mask.

    Additional information is available on the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit website.

    Enforcement: Who to Call

    Complaints about:

    Who to Call:

    • Use of closed outdoor amenities and municipal property

    Springwater By-law Enforcement Department

    E-mail By-law or 705-728-4784 x2101

    • Gatherings limits

     

    OPP Non-emergency Line:

    1-888-310-1122

    or

    OPP Online Reporting Tool

    • Price gouging

    Province of Ontario

    1-800-889-9768

    • Business inquiries

    Stop the Spread, Ontario Business Information Line

    1-888-444-3659 

     

     Protecting Yourself

     The following tips to protect yourself from COVID-19 are provided by the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit:

    • wash your hands often with soap and water or use alcohol-based hand sanitizers 
    • sneeze and cough into your sleeve 
    • avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth 
    • avoid close contact with people who are sick 
    • stay home if you are sick 
    • clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces
    • do not use surface disinfectant wipes to clean your hands
    • maintain social distancing; at least 2 metres distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing. When someone coughs or sneezes they spray small liquid droplets from their nose or mouth which may contain virus. If you are too close, you can breathe in the droplets, including the COVID-19 virus if the person coughing has the disease.
    Business Resources

    County of Simcoe COVID-19 Business Survey and Results

    The County of Simcoe and municipal partners have conducted multiple business surveys throughout the pandemic to motor the progression of COVID-19 impacts on local businesses. The information collected through these surveys helps to determine how we can best support your businesses and advocate to various levels of government. 

    • County of Simcoe Business Survey - Part 1 Results Summary
    • County of Simcoe Business Survey - Part 2 Results Summary 
    • Business Survey Actions Summary 

    A third regional business survey to allow businesses the opportunity to share their input is currently underway. Like its predecessors, this survey will inform actions to enhance business support and feedback will be shared with upper levels of government to inform policy and program development.

    • County of Simcoe Business Survey - Part 3

    Help for Businesses - Ontario

    Get free rapid tests for your organization, sell supplies to government, search for PPE suppliers and testing services or apply for funding.

    Digital Main Street and Beyond

    Digital Main Street and Beyond is a free program and service that helps businesses achieve digital transformation. The program is built around an online learning platform, structured training programs, and a Digital Service Squad; a team of highly trained professionals who help businesses grow and manage their operations through technology. 

    HeyLocal

    HeyLocal is a Canadian marketplace that helps small and medium sized businesses by allowing people to shop local online with the same ease and convenience as retail giants online. Local businesses can be added to HeyLocal for free. More information on the program can be found in this webinar. 

    Province Business Support Line

    The province launched a toll-free line 1-888-444-3659 earlier this year, to provide support to Ontario businesses who have questions about the province's recent emergency order to close at-risk workplaces following recommendations by Ontario's Chief Medical Officer of Health.

    Operating Safely

    The Federal and Provincial Governments along with the local health unit, provide resources to assist businesses through COVID-19: 

    • Operating your business safely in Simcoe Muskoka 
    • COVID-19: Help for businesses in Ontario

    • Government of Canada: Operating guidance

    Additional Business Resources

    • COVID-19 Agricultural Resources
    • COVID-19 Business Funding Opportunities
    • County of Simcoe Economic Development Office 
    Restaurants Open for Pick-Up or Delivery

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    Restaurant Name Community Pick Up Delivery Phone Website
    Nicholyn Farms Anten Mills ✓ X 705-737-4498 nicholyn.com
    Ace Grill Elmvale ✓ X 705-322-6484 facebook.com/acegrill.ca
    B2's Pizza Elmvale ✓ ✓ 705-322-2121  
    Elm Desi Indian Elmvale ✓ ✓  705-515-7189 elmdesi.ca
    Elmvale Bakery Elmvale ✓ X 705-515-3300 elmvalebakery.com
    Four Corner Tea Room Elmvale ✓ X 705-322-0314 facebook.com/fourcornertearoom
    McDonalds Elmvale ✓ X 705-322-4444 mcdonalds.com
    Pizza Pizza Elmvale ✓ X 705-322-0502 pizzapizza.ca
    PizzaForno Elmvale ✓ X   pizzaforno.com
    Steelers Restaurant & Pub Elmvale ✓ ✓ 705-322-2652 steelersrestaurantpub.com
    Tim Hortons Elmvale ✓ X 705-322-5504 timhortons.ca
    Valley Farm Market Elmvale ✓ ✓ 705-322-2646 valleyfarmmarket.ca
    Barrie Delight Midhurst ✓ ✓ 705-728-1228 barriedelight.ca 
    Danny's Edible Midhurst ✓  ✓ 705-888-6114 instagram.com/dannysedible
    Linda's Eating Place Midhurst ✓ ✓ 705-739-8671 facebook.com/lindas_eating_place
    The Naked Cake Midhurst ✓ X 705-718-4063 facebook.com/mynakedcake101
    Cicco's Ristorante Minesing ✓ ✓ 705-722-0001 ciccosristorante.com/minesing
    Four Cedars Cafe Minesing ✓ X 705-735-9484 facebook.com/thefourcedars
    Additional Resources 

    Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit

    Health Canada 

    Ontario Ministry of Health

    World Health Organization  

    Springwater Virtual Recreation Zone

    The new Virtual Recreation Zone was created to help bring the residents of Springwater together while respecting social distancing at home. This page hosts a collection of online fitness and activity programs, health and wellness resources, and virtual experiences and attractions.

    211 Ontario 

    211 Ontario can help you find grocery stores and pharmacies that are open and offering delivery service, as well as provide information on programs and services available in our community.
    Elmvale & District Food Bank
    The Elmvale & District Food Bank remains open and operation. They will NOT be taking any financial information during this pandemic. They have set up for phone orders with pickup at specific times to minimize contact.  You will receive food for 3-5 days with fresh fruit, vegetables, meat and dairy.  Please call 705-322-9096 for additional information.
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