SMDHU: Wearing a face covering in all indoor public spaces

Correspondence sent July 7, 2020- Instructions to Persons Responsible for a Business or Organization Permitted to Open under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act, R.S.O. 1990 and related Regulations

As of Monday, July 13, 2020, when you enter into a public indoor space a (e.g. grocery store, community centre, shopping mall, hair salon, library, place of worship, etc.), or use a public transit service in Simcoe Muskoka, you will be required to wear a face covering.

A face covering means a medical or non-medical mask or other face covering such as a bandana or scarf that covers the mouth and nose.

Children under the age of 2 or those under 5 who cannot be persuaded, are not required to wear a face covering, as well as individuals whose health or ability, or cultural or religious reasons would prevent them from doing so. No proof of exemption is required.

These additional public health measures remain in effect in all settings:

What you need to know about wearing a face covering in indoor public spaces- FAQ

Make sure your mask fits. Learn how to wear it properly and follow the do’s and don’ts.

Evidence-based Information on Face Coverings

Source: http://www.simcoemuskokahealth.org/Topics/COVID-19#a5a16119-5363-4543-961e-ff9510827460

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