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n the coming months, the experiences, policy adjustments, and political landscape that has been solidified through the summer and fall season are all components coming together that can and should bring forth a strong 2022.
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At the end of August, the Niagara Region Council approved the mandatory vaccine policy for regional staff and councillors. This decision was made to create a safe working environment for staff, as well as to set an example for other employers to follow in the hopes of increasing vaccination rates. Ontario implemented proof of double vaccination regulations at the end of September this year in an effort to
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decrease COVID-19 rates and incentivize vaccination. As of October 25th, capacity limits in gyms, casinos and restaurants were lifted and they were able to operate at full capacity under these new regulations. Other spaces such as galleries, museums, places of worship and personal care services are also permitted to open at full capacity if they follow the proof of vaccination mandate. Now, with the new Omicron variant
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WINTER 2021 in Ontario, Niagara residents are asked to stay vigilant. The World Health Organization said the Omicron variant shows a higher risk of reinfection among people who previously had COVID-19, compared to other variants of concern. Ontario reported 964 new COVID-19 cases at the end of November. It’s the highest daily case count recorded in the province since May 30, the last time new infections hit the 1,000 mark. Although Ontario is prepared to handle any future outbreaks, 1/3 of Ontario businesses reported they wouldn’t survive another lockdown. While no one can predict
