PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
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As business owners, employers, employees and citizens, it is important during times like these that we look out for and support our neighbours and community.”
PATRICK SULLIVAN PRESIDENT & CEO
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he World Health Organization has recently announced that the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, has become a global pandemic. On March 13 and 15, we heard from Premier Stephen McNeil, Health and Wellness Minister Randy Delorey and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Robert Strang with an update on COVID-19. Since this magazine has gone to press, I am sure there have been many more updates. With the announcement we have made the difficult decision to postpone all of our events scheduled for March and April. Events scheduled for May and onwards will be evaluated in the coming weeks. Ticketholders for these events should have received specific communications on next steps in their email.
We expect events to be rescheduled, and we will be pleased to host you at these events on the new dates. As business owners, employers, employees and citizens, it is important during times like these that we look out for and support our neighbours and community. Small local businesses will be greatly impacted by this for the foreseeable future. Support local as much as you can in the coming weeks. Many restaurants are offering delivery or takeout options. Purchase a gift card from your favourite shop to use in the future to help them and their staff during this time. Let’s work together to keep Halifax safe and prosperous. We recognize that this rapidly changing situation is causing worry and concern. We urge you to stay informed, practice caution and ensure you are prepared. For a list of local resources, to find more information or speak with a qualified
individual about COVID-19, please visit halifaxchamber.com/covid-19 I lived and worked in Toronto during the SARS outbreak of 2003 and I remember it well. It was difficult but people pulled together to try to support one another and the local community. We will get through this and we will come out the other side, and we will do that by working together. If you’re on the Chamber’s health plan, you have access to Teladoc, a remote app and website that allows you to consult with a physician about non-urgent medical matters by video conference or by phone, from wherever you are in Canada or the United States, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. During your visit, you can receive a diagnosis, treatment recommendations and even be prescribed medication when necessary. We're in your corner at the Halifax Chamber of Commerce. ■
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