COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a large impact on our daily lives and the way in which we access local services and programs. The health and well-being of our community is a top priority. To keep our community safe, please stay home if you’re sick, practice physical distancing and follow public health guidelines.Proof of Vaccination Guidance for Businesses and Organizations under the Reopening Ontario Act

Local health updates

Visit Grey Bruce Public Health for information about symptoms, local cases, testing, vaccines, lab results and more.

View local case updates

Local vaccination updates

View local vaccination clinics/locations

Provincial health updates

Visit the Government of Ontario for current up-to-date provincial rules, regulations , guidelines, provincial cases, vaccines and more.

As of September 22, 2021, the Municipality of South Bruce is required to follow the regulations laid out by the Ontario Government in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health.  These required regulations will affect our Municipal facilities.  You will need to be fully vaccinated (two doses plus 14 days) and provide your proof of vaccination along with photo ID to access our Municipal facilities. Aligned with public health measures currently in place, indoor masking policies will continue to remain in place.  

COVID-19 testing

If you are experiencing symptoms or believe that you may have been exposed to COVID-19, you should get tested. Find a COVID-19 testing location and book your appointment today. You can also use the Covid-19 online self-assessment tool. 

Impact on municipal services

Our administration office is currently closed to the public due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, our staff continues to work remotely from home to continue to offer uninterrupted services to you. Please continue to contact us  if you have any questions or concerns. For local updates, please check out our newsfeed.

Read our past COVID-19 press releases:

• Information Bulletin - Sept 22, 2021
• Information Bulletin - July 16, 2021
• Information Bulletin – January 15, 2021
• Facility Closures – December 22, 2020
• Information Release (Parks Open) – May 25, 2020
• Information Release (Pool Closures) – May 13, 2020
• Information Release (Yard Sale Restrictions) – May 7, 2020
• Information Release (Yard Sales Prohibited) – May 6, 2020
• Information Bulletin – April 15, 2020
• Community Services – April 15, 2020
• Media Release (Open Air Burn Ban) – April 3, 2020
• Media Release (Nuclear Waste Management Organization Support) – April 2, 2020
• Media Release (Recycling Pick-up Resumes) – April 2, 2020
• Information Bulletin
• Media Release – March 16, 2020
• South Bruce Declares State of Emergency – March 23, 2020

Business supports

Many businesses are struggling due to the pandemic. To help our business owners, there are a variety of business supports and resources available to help.