The uncertainty of vaccine delivery and new variants

Editors note: Haldimand Norfolk moved into Yellow – Protect on Monday, March 1. This column was submitted prior to the announcement of this change in status.

By MPP Toby Barrett

Haldimand Norfolk returned to the Orange – Restrict on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 as Ontario faces the uncertainty of vaccine delivery and the arrival of new COVID-19 variants.

The move was based on a general improvement in trends of key indicators, including lower transmission of the virus, improving hospital capacity, and available public health capacity to conduct rapid case and contact management.

The measures for Haldimand-Norfolk’s move to Orange – Restrict are outlined in O. Reg. 364/20. Check with your local public health unit and municipality for additional advice, recommendations or instructions.