Find out about the declaration of emergency and the latest public health measures, advice and restrictions as we continue to respond to the challenge of  COVID-19covid 19. Stay home, stay safe, save lives.

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Declaration of emergency

In response to the alarming rise of COVID-19covid 19 cases, a declaration of emergency was made on January 12, 2021 for all of Ontario.

This decision was made in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health and other health experts.

The declaration of emergency allows the government to:

• strengthen public health and workplace safety measures
• create and enforce emergency orders

The purpose is to help:

• keep people at home as much as possible and save lives
• stop the spread of COVID-19covid 19 in communities
• prevent the hospital system from becoming overwhelmed
• protect vulnerable populations and those who care for them

The results of the enhanced public health measures will be evaluated throughout the provincial emergency to determine when it is safe to lift any restrictions, or if they need to be extended.