COVID-19

Declaration of Emergency - Terminated

The United Counties of Leeds and Grenville (Counties) has made the decision to terminate the “Declaration of Emergency” regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act as of July 22, 2021.  Following are the considerations that informed this decision:

• Ontario entered into Step 3 of the Provincial Re-Opening Plan on July 16, 2021.
• The supports required to continue to manage during the pandemic can be met with existing resources within the Counties.
• Active recruitment and oversight of volunteers is not required by the Counties to continue operations under the current pandemic situation.
• Declared emergencies are designed to heighten public awareness to an impending danger. Awareness of the pandemic is well established within the community.
• Provincial and Federal financial programs have been designed and implemented relating specifically to the pandemic. Provincial disaster relief funding does not apply to Counties’ operations or our local ratepayers for the pandemic.

The Counties is encouraged by how the members of our community continue to adhere to public health guidance and are doing their part to become vaccinated. It is through these efforts that we continue to see progress in milestones in the fight against COVID-19. For more information on current provincial emergency orders, please visit, https://www.ontario.ca/page/emergency-information

Terminating the declaration of emergency does not mean the hard work is done, there is so much still ahead. We celebrate that more than 271,386 vaccinations have been administered by the Lanark, Leeds and Grenville Health Unit. This means that of the population age 12+, 87% have had a first dose and 67%, two doses. It is important that our community continues to make vaccination a priority. The following information has been provided to assist anyone seeking vaccination.

How can I get vaccinated after August 31, 2021?

COVID-19 vaccine will be available for a first or second dose through pharmacies, primary care, or a mobile health unit vaccine clinic.

• Book an appointment using the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark online booking portal.
• Contact the Call Centre at 1-844-369-1234, open Monday to Friday - 8:30am to 4:00pm.
• Contact a local participating pharmacy.
• Contact your health care provider.

Declaration of an Emergency – Terminated July 22, 2021

Although the Emergency Declaration has been terminated, the Counties remains vigilant as the pandemic situation can change, and other jurisdictions have encountered a fourth wave. We encourage everyone to remain committed to practicing good hygiene and follow Public Health guidelines. Should our local situation change, the Counties will determine appropriate future actions required including the potential implementation of a new declaration.

For more information about COVID-19 vaccine, visit https://healthunit.org/covid-19-vaccine/ or call 1-800-660-5853.

Counties' Services

Doors at our municipal office at 25 Central Avenue remain open for business. 

However, for Community and Social Service (CSS) clients, they will be asked to email or telephone their caseworker to minimize the need for in person service.  For any client arriving at the office at 25 Central Avenue, the reception area will continue to have a phone available at the back for client use where they can speak to a staff member.

Community and Social Services will continue to prioritize quality customer service to the many people we serve. We will do this while also taking reasonable steps to minimize the risk of COVID-19 and continue to keep our staff safe.

Health Services

Federal and Provincial Websites

Personal Protection Equipment

• Local Supplier List

Media Releases

Media Release - Municipal Emergency Control Group Meeting

Posted on May 25, 2020

May 25, 2020 Media Release of the Municipal Emergency Control Group Meeting.

Media Release - Municipal Emergency Control Group Meeting

Posted on May 15, 2020

May 11, 2020 Media Release of the Municipal Emergency Control Group Meeting.

Media Release - Fire Departments Lifting Burn Ban

Posted on Thursday, May 7, 2020

Be advised effective Friday May 8^th, 2020 at 8:00am, the Total Open-Air Burn Ban has been LIFTED by ALL municipalities within the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville, including the separated municipalities of Brockville, Gananoque and Prescott.

The Ontario Fire Code states that ALL Open-Air Burning must be approved by the Chief Fire Official of your municipality, therefore residents are reminded to follow their municipalities Open Burning Regulations. If you are unsure of your regulations, please reach out to your local fire department. All Open-Air burning will be strictly enforced to your municipalities regulations and failure to comply could result in significant financial penalties.

Although the Open-Air burn ban has been lifted, residents must continue to follow all Federal and Provincial Government COVID-19 Orders which include physical distancing and no gatherings of more than 5 people.

Reminder that failure to comply with Open Burning regulations could result in reinstating the burn ban.

We thank all residents for their patience and understanding while abiding by the Burn Ban and continuing to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 through our communities and Fire Service.

Please reach out to your local fire department with any questions. 

Media Release - Municipal Emergency Control Group 
April 27, 2020

Posted on Monday, April 27, 2020

April 27, 2020 Media Release of the Municipal Emergency Management Control Group meeting.

Media Release - Municipal Emergency Control Group April 20, 2020

Posted on Thursday, April 23, 2020

<span ">April 20, 2020 Media Release of the Municipal Emergency Management Control Group (MECG) meeting on Monday.

Media Release - April 17, 2020

Posted on Monday, 20 April, 2020

Please check the link for a latest Media Release from the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health unit. 

Read more of the April 20, 2020 media release.

Media Release - April 15, 2020

Posted On Monday, 30 March, 2020