COVID-19 Updates
COVID-19 Local Updates
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Covid outbreak shuts down unit at Orillia's hospital
OSMH in consultation with the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit has heightened surveillance for COVID-19 on its IMRS (Integrated Medicine and Rehab Services) unit. Two patients who shared a room on the 42-bed unit have tested positive for COVID-19 -
Georgian College wants to help students get back to class, faster
Georgian is looking forward to the potential of increased activities on campus this fall. The college is encouraging students and employees to get vaccinated so when the time comes to be together in person again, we’re ready. -
Covid vaccination bookings for youth 12-plus in Simcoe-Muskoka
The health unit and their school board partners are now offering youth focused, first dose COVID-19 vaccination clinics to those aged 12 to 17 years. The clinics will run throughout the weeks of June 14 and 21 across Simcoe Muskoka -
Non urgent surgeries resume at area hospitals
The province has given area hospitals the green light to resume non-urgent surgeries and procedures - Here's what is happening at Royal Victoria Regional Hospital in Barrie, Orillia's Soldiers Memorial Hospital, and Stevenson Memorial Hospital in Alliston -
Covid pop up clinic in Coldwater now booking appointments for shots
The Orillia Soldier's Memorial Hospital, Couchiching Ontario Health Team, Township of Severn and Coldwater Pharmacy along with the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit are hosting a COVID-19 Pop-Up Vaccination Clinic this Saturday at the Coldwater Arena -
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The people who have been seen attending are not practicing physical distancing, and for the most part, are not wearing masks or face coverings. -
Covid eligibility expands to 50plus in parts of Bradford
Residents 50 years of age and older who live within the Bradford West Gwillimbury (BWG) L3Z postal code area are now eligible to directly book their COVID-19 vaccination at community clinics via the provincial booking system. -
Eligibility for Covid-19 vaccinations expands
According to a news release from the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit - eligibility for Covid vaccinations has expanded to include some younger folks as well as people in at least one local area identified as a covid hot spot. -
Vaccinations to start for Simcoe Muskoka residents 50 and older
Residents 50 and older in Simcoe County and Muskoka will be eligible to book an appointment for the COVID-19 vaccine in the coming weeks, the province said Tuesday. -
Orillia's 'Lockdown' policy changes
“Imposing the province-wide emergency brake is a necessary measure to help us win the race against the variants of concern that are a very real threat as demonstrated by the surge in COVID-19 cases and rise in intensive care unit admissions,” said Mayor Steve Clarke. -
Oro Medonte company molds Covid crisis into opportunity
At the start of the Covid-19 crisis, an Oro Medonte automotive parts manufactuer decided to pivot to try to help Canada weather the pandemic - that has translated into a new division for the company, and new jobs for the community. -
Time extended for second dose of vaccines
As of March 10, the majority of people who have received their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine will get their second dose 16 weeks later. The move is intended to allow more people to be protected from COVID-19 during this time of limited vaccine supply. -
RVH CEO issues a statement on one-year of Covid-19
It was the first COVID-related death in Ontario and that tragic milestone shaped RVH’s aggressive response to the pandemic, a plan guided by a steadfast commitment to keeping our patients and TEAM RVH safe -
County sends out public letter on lockdown
We have been assured that the Province is actively looking at the situation and are encouraged that the Province and the SMDHU understand the issues and will work to resolve this local challenge. -
Barrie, Simcoe County back to lockdown. What does it mean?
The Grey level means maximum, widescale measures and restrictions, including closures. -
Downhill skiiers are rejoicing. Hills open next week
Its time. To go skiing again. -
Barrie passes lowest tax hike in 20 years.
For the average Barrie home (includes town homes, apartments & detached homes) assessed at $367,550, this increase translates to an additional $40.71 annually. -
Covid-19 'virtual' Town Hall meeting tonight
Members of the public are invited to join the event to learn valuable information about the community response to COVID-19, mental health resources, vaccination rollout, as well as how to keep yourself and your family safe and healthy during the ongoing pandemic -
2nd outbreak declared at RVH
Patients and impacted staff who work on the unit have been swabbed and are being monitored closely for any symptoms. -
The Pure Country "Takeout Takeaway" in support of local restaurants
In an effort to support local, we have decided to order dinner every Thursday from a different small independent restaurant in Barrie, Orillia or Midland, until the Stay at Home order is lifted and restaurants can re-open. -
Outbreak declared over at GBGH in Midland
The outbreak, which was initially declared on December 4, included the hospital’s 2 North inpatient unit. -
Covid-19 outbreak declared at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre (RVH)
Seven patients who recently received care in one section of the 40-bed unit have tested positive for COVID-19, along with two staff members who are safely self-isolating at home. -
Better news froom GBGH outbreak. Another unit cleared
The 2 North inpatient unit is now the only remaining area of the hospital still considered to be in outbreak. -
We've gone to Red Zone ! What does that mean?
The Red level means broader-scale measures and restrictions across multiple sectors to control transmission of the virus. Restrictions are the most severe available before widescale business or organizational closure.
