Covid-19 - What You Need to Know

Be COVIDWise

As the community continues its gradual staged approach to reopening, (Stage 3), Wellington Dufferin Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) encourages you to go about your daily activities while protecting yourself and others. Please follow these recommended precautions and be COVIDWise to help keep COVID-19 under control.

W – Wear a mask or face covering when you are in an indoor public spaces, working or visiting a commercial establishment and when you cannot maintain a physical distance of two metres (six feet).

I – Isolate yourself from others when you are sick (and get tested promptly if you have COVID-like symptoms).

S – Stay two metres (six feet) apart from those outside your household.

E – Exercise proper hand hygiene; wash your hands regularly or use sanitizer especially before touching your face.

Local Reusable Face Masks

Wearing a face covering in Dufferin County is now mandatory when working or visiting a Commercial Establishment. Dr. Nicola Mercer has issued an order under Section 22 of the Health Protection and Promotion Act

Important information

Medical masks, including surgical, medical procedure face masks, and respirators are in short supply and should be kept for healthcare workers and others providing direct care to COVID-19 patients.

While wearing a non-medical mask has not been proven to protect the person wearing it, it can reduce the chance that others come into contact with the wearer’s respiratory droplets – just like coughing into your sleeve instead of into your hands.

It is important to understand that non-medical masks have limitations and need to be used safely. If you choose to use a non-medical face mask, be sure to wash your hands immediately before putting it on and immediately after taking it off. When wearing a mask, be sure to avoid touching your face. It should fit well to ensure that air flows through the mask and not around it. You should not share your mask with others. Non-medical masks should not be placed on children under the age of two; anyone who has trouble breathing; or anyone who is unconscious, incapacitated or otherwise unable to remove the mask without assistance. Remember that non-medical masks alone will not prevent the spread of COVID-19. You must consistently and strictly adhere to good hygiene and public health measures, including frequent hand washing and physical (social) distancing. We recommend you regularly review and monitor guidance set out by relevant health authorities, including from the Government of Canada.

Local Mask Makers

House Iungo

Mask Features:

Nose wire for close fit
Pocket for filters
2 shop towel layers for added protection
3 sizes to choose from: (S typically fitting children or smaller-sized youth faces, M typically fitting youth to adult faces, L typically fitting large adult faces)

Janet Manschitz

Mask Features:

3 layers of cotton
Nose pinch area
Pocket for a filter
Assorted colours available
Asking only for donations

Prim Pickins

Mask Features:

Masks are made with two layers of 100% cotton
Designed with an elastic that goes over the head and neck, and not the ears
Comfy to wear
Lots of fabric choices that change daily
Adjustable (small to Large)

Homemade Reusable Face Masks on Manniquin

Stitches by Jo

Mask Features:

Reversible face masks
Non-medical grade
2 layers of 100% cotton with a layer of non-woven fabric between
Preshrunk and colour set
Machine washable and dryable
Variety of fabrics to choose from
Comfortable fit
Adult and child sizes available

Myth Busters Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) advice for the public

World Health Organization (WHO) provides Covid-19 Myth Busters.

Tips to stay safe

Stay home if you are not feeling well
Wash your hands often
If you are ill or have travelled outside of Canada, please self-isolate and monitor yourself for a period of 14 days
Keep surfaces clean and disinfected at work and at home
Social Distancing - Limit all non-essential social interaction to the extent possible. When you do have to interact (employment, medical appointments, food shopping), please try to maintain reasonable distances and avoid any unnecessary physical contact such as handshakes and hugs. Together, we can slow the spread of COVID-19 by making a conscious effort to keep a physical distance between each other. Physical distancing is proven to be one of the most effective ways to reduce the spread of illness during an outbreak. With patience and cooperation, we can all do our part. To learn more please visit the Government of Canada webpage on Social Distancing
Ensure that your family has an adequate supply of food and toiletries but please DO NOT engage in “panic buying” or hoarding. We are assured that supply chains of all essential items remain intact, but retailers are experiencing difficulties in maintaining stock due many people buying more than they need or can use. Please be considerate
Continue to practice general infection prevention control including regular hand washing with soap and hot water, avoid touching your face, covering your mouth when you cough or sneeze, cleaning and disinfecting regularly handled objects such as phones, door knobs, etc.
Frequently visit this website, along with the Provincial and Federal government websites for the latest information

Town of Shelburne Covid-19 Information

The Town of Shelburne continues to closely monitor COVID-19 and take action to help protect Town staff and residents. See the COVID-19 resources for your business, and residents PDF.

Town of Shelburne Service Changes in response to Covid-19

We continue to monitor and adjust our operations in responce to Covid-19 based on the latest recommendations of health authorities.

Effective Monday March 16th at 4:30pm the following preemptive actions have been taken locally.

Town Hall Administration Offices

Shelburne Town Hall will be closed to the public until further notice. Many of our services are available online at www.shelburne.ca and our staff will still be available by phone at 519-925-2600.

Shelburne Police Services Office

Shelburne Police Service Office will be closed to the public for all non-essential and non-emergency visits as of 4:30 p.m. March 16th. If you have an emergency, call 9-1-1 as always. Any non-emergency calls, including criminal record check inquiries should be made to 519-925-3312 and your call will be appropriately directed. If you attend the Police Station and require immediate in-person attention, please use the red phone adjacent to the front doors.

Shelburne and District Fire Departement

Shelburne and District Fire Departement will be closed to the public effective at 4:30 p.m. March 16th. Again, call 9-1-1 if you have a fire emergency and any other non-emergency calls should be made to 519-925-5111.

Council and Committee Meetings

All Council and Committee meetings, public consultations and presentations will be cancelled until April 20, 2020 or until further notice.

Shelburne Public Library

The Shelburne Public Library is now closed to the public and will remain closed until April 6th or until further notice. No materials will be due back during this period though the drop-box will remain available for returns. No fines will be imposed during this period of closure.

Centre Dufferin Recreation Complex

The Centre Dufferin Recreation Complex is now closed to the public until further notice and all programs and rentals have been cancelled.

Shepherd’s Cupboard Food Bank

The Shepherd’s Cupboard Food Bank will remain open during normal hours this week. Clients are being asked to take a number and wait outside for a hamper to be delivered to them. Volunteers are taking appropriate precautions and will not be volunteering if they are ill or have travelled outside of the country.

Community Relief Plan

We recognize this may be a very difficult financial time for you, the Town of Shelburne is offering the following relief.

Please click the image below to view the full document

Sign up for Pre-Authorized Payment Plan (PAP) - Utility

The Town of Shelburne now offers three (3) options for pre-authorized payment plan to property owners as an option to pay Water/Wastewater Utility bills. Pay by the due date, join the monthly budget plan or the pre-approved payment plan. To learn more please visit the Water and Sewer page.

Sign up for Pre-Authorized Payment Plan - Taxes

The Town of Shelburne offers two (2) options for pre-authorized payment plan to property owners as an option to pay property tax bills. Pay by the due date, or join the monthly paymenrt plan. To learn more please visit the Taxes page.