Wednesday, September 8, 2021
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Province announces vaccine passport system ONTARIO — On Wednesday, September 1, Premier Doug Ford announced that Ontario is moving into a vaccine certificate program, which will require people to be fully vaccinated and provide proof of such when attending certain businesses and settings. This step takes affect on September 22, as everyone will need to produce their receipts from vaccination to dine indoors at a restaurant, patronize a bar or nightclub, attend banquet halls and convention centres, visit the gym or other recreational facilities (with the ex-
ception of youth sport), sporting events, casinos, bingo halls and gaming establishments, concerts, music festivals, theatres
ues its fight against the Delta variant, our government will never waver in our commitment to do what’s necessary to keep people safe, protect our hospitals and minimize disruptions to businesses,” said Premier Ford. “Based on Ontario’s immunization cards were a the latest evpredecessor to the proposed COVID vac- idence and cine certificates. best advice, COVID-19 and cinemas, strip clubs vaccine certificates give us the best chance to slow and racing venues. “As the world contin- the spread of this virus
while helping us to avoid further lockdowns. If you haven’t received your first or second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, please do so today.” These requirements will not apply to outdoor settings where the risk of transmission is lower, including patios, with one exception being nightclub patios, where the risk may be higher in those settings. Those who cannot receive the vaccine due to medical exemptions will be permitted entry with a doctor’s note until recognized medical exemptions can be integrated as
part of a digital vaccine certificate. Children 11 or younger and unable to be vaccinated will also be exempt. Between September 22 and October 12, people attending a wedding or funeral at conference centres and reception halls will be able to provide a negative rapid antigen test from no more than 48 hours before the event. As of October 22, Ontario expects to have a phone app available with a QR code that will replace the paper receipts for those who have the technology to do so. The move follows
weeks of speculation that the Premier would eventually pull the trigger on the vaccine passport system as cases rise rapidly in the province. This falls in line with Quebec, British Columbia and Manitoba, who have recently rolled out similar programs. If you need to print off your vaccination proof, visit www.covid19.ontariohealth.ca and check off the box that says you understand the terms of use, then click continue. This will bring you to a page that allows you to enter your information and download your proof.
Festival of Guest Nations this weekend LEAMINGTON — The Festival of Guest Nations returns to Seacliff Park on Sunday, September 12 with a community family event for all. The event will take place from 5
pm to 9 pm and feature food and entertainment from all aspects of Caribbean, Mexican, Filipino life as well as many other nationalities. The Latin Power Band, El Charri-
to, the Blues Side, Egidio Valazquez will join local musicans Richard Baker, Mary Newland and Bob Soulliere. Everyone is welcome.
CiB floral display winners - week 3 By Catherine Riediger LEAMINGTON – As previously reported in Parts 1 and 2, the CiB Floral Committee selected six properties and the first two articles featured 30 Orange Street, 25 Erie Glen Crescent, and 3 and 5 Garry Crescent. Part 3, as reported by Committee Chair Eileen Wonnick, is featuring 741 Talbot Road East and 45 Wakefield Avenue. 741 Talbot Road East has been the home of John and Margaret Friesen since 1985. It is a beautiful piece of rural prop-
erty that has a garden designed for the enjoyment of family, especially grandchildren when they visit. The foundation planting surrounding the home consists of the Rose of Sharon, hydrangeas and evergreens, including a side deck built around a tree creating a real conversation piece. In the distance is a play area for the grandchildren. For colour, between the shrubberies are planters of colourful annuals. This is a delightful home and garden. 45 Wakefield Avenue is
the home of Bablu Saw and family. The driveway to this home is lined with cedars, Japanese maple and junipers and leads to a sidewalk to the backyard lined with junipers. The foundation planting is impressive with plantings of sculptured Alberta spruce, evergreens, boxwood and pine. In between, for colour, is the addition of geraniums. Under the front tree is a mix of hostas and yellow dahlias. All of this creates a well-planned and well-tended front garden. Viewing all of the nom-
Bablu Saw poses in his front yard at 45 Wakefield Avenue. Photo submitted
Margaret Friesen and her husband John have been in their home on Talbot Road East since 1985. Photo submitted
inated properties was a botanical pleasure and reinforcement for everyone that the love of flora and fauna is alive and well in Leamington.
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