Ottawa Public Health On January 12, Dr. Vera Etches, Ottawa Public Health’s Medical Officer of Health, provided an update on the current situation in Ottawa. Read her full statement. Visit OttawaPublicHealth.ca/COVID19 to learn more about COVID-19, how you can protect yourself and others and what to do if you suspect you may be infected with…
Community clinics are now offering drop-in appointments to everyone eligible for a first, second, and booster dose, including children 5 years of age or older. For those unable to wait potentially long periods of time, it is recommended you go to a larger clinic for drop-in spots, such as the EY Centre, the Nepean Sportsplex –…
Public health neighbourhood vaccination hubs are vaccination locations with Public Health Nurses available to answer questions, provide COVID-19 vaccine information, and administer COVID-19 vaccinations. Vaccination hubs are intended for those living in the surrounding area to receive a first, second or booster dose of COVID-19 vaccine, including for those aged 5 to 11. No appointment…
COVID-19 Update The amount of COVID-19 in our community is higher than ever and testing facilities cannot keep up with demand. Case counts in the community are an under-representation of COVID-19 in Ottawa. Because of this, health system partners are prioritizing testing for people in high-risk groups. Testing is not a cure, our actions are what is important in slowing the spread…
Ottawa City By-law has provided the following most recent information on the protocol for condos: With regards to COVID protocol for condominiums, currently in Ottawa all businesses, organizations, and individuals are obligated to comply with the Modified Step 2 of the Roadmap to Reopen (see News Release of the Office of the Premier dated January…
Ottawa Public Heath is implementing new vaccination options to increase the ease and availability of receiving a vaccine for prioritized populations including an online pre-registration tool for drop-in appointments and a specialized vaccine clinic. These prioritized populations include residents aged 60 and older, educational and childcare workers, employees, volunteers and caregivers of residents of long-term…
ADDENDUM to December 16th’s special statement Dr. Etches’ Special Statement from December 17th media availability is available here and copied below. Yesterday, December 16th, we reported that an additional 199 individuals in Ottawa have tested positive for COVID-19. Today, we are reporting 309 new cases. The rapid increase in people testing positive for COVID-19 in…
Hello. Bonjour. Kwey. Ottawa, this is a bittersweet day, and there is a lot to unpack. As the Chair mentioned, we just passed the one-year anniversary of the first vaccine given in Ottawa and we have accomplished a colossal feat since then. That deserves to be recognized, and I am incredibly proud of what we…
Due to increased line-ups at COVID-19 vaccination clinics, drop-in appointments will only be available for 1st and 2nd doses starting Friday, December 17. Appointments will be required for 3rd doses/booster doses. We are working to increase capacity and to make more appointments available as soon as possible. Visit OttawaPublicHealth.ca/COVID19 to learn more about COVID-19, how…
Ottawa – Starting December 20, provincial regulations will require youth, ages 12 to 17, to show proof of vaccination and valid identification to access City indoor recreation and cultural facilities for all activities – including organized sports. Youth participating in organized sports were previously exempt from showing proof of vaccination. As of Monday, the only…