Additional measures put in place to force physical distancing in Orillia

Among the new measures, garage sales are banned until the end of May

The City of Orillia is adding new measures to the list to force physical distancing among residents during the COVID-19 outbreak.

“Physical distancing is the most effective way to flatten the curve of the COVID-19 virus according to public health officials. The City of Orillia continues to take a staged approach to the restrictions we put in place and we are opting for education before enforcement. If we do not see complete compliance with physical distancing, we will have no choice but to escalate enforcement,” said Mayor Steve Clarke.

Due to mandated physical distancing, the City of Orillia has put the following additional measures in place:

 All local events or gatherings up to May 31, 2020 must be postponed or cancelled.

  • All City facility bookings and permits, both indoor and outdoor, have been cancelled until May 31, 2020.This includes athletic fields and ball diamonds.
  • No garage sales are permitted until May 31, 2020.
  • All spring Parks, Recreation and Culture programs have been cancelled. Registered participants will be contacted directly. 
  • Access to the Couchiching Beach Park boat launch and Collins Drive boat launch is prohibited.
  • The Port of Orillia will remain closed until May 31, 2020.

 The City of Orillia will continue to monitor the COVID-19 situation closely and will revise the timelines as appropriate.

 Other physical distancing measures you must adhere to:

  • You must keep a distance of two metres (six feet) between you and others.
  • As mandated by the Province, no gatherings of more than five people.
  • Stay home. Only go out for essential services. If you do go for a walk/run outside, maintain physical distance.
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