Toronto COVID-19 update: Masking mandatory in apartment and condo common areas
TORONTO, ON., August 6, 2020 — The City of Toronto continues to respond to COVID-19. Medical Officer of Health Dr. Eileen de Villa provided an update on the City’s continuing response to COVID-19 and recovery and rebuild progress.
There are 15,451 cases of COVID-19 in Toronto, including 18 confirmed cases and one probable new COVID-19 infection. There are 77 people hospitalized. In total, 14,015 people have recovered from COVID-19, an increase of 28 since yesterday. To date, there have been 1,161 COVID-19 deaths in Toronto. Case status data can be found on the City’s reporting platform.
Residents are reminded to continue adhering to Toronto Public Health’s advice to practise physical distancing, stay within their social circle of no more than 10 people, wash hands often, and wear a mask or face covering where mandatory or when physical distancing cannot be maintained. Wearing a mask or face covering is required in indoor public spaces in Toronto.
Face coverings now mandatory in apartment and condo common areas
Beginning Wednesday, new measures come into effect that require masks or face coverings to be worn in common areas in apartments and condominiums and additional requirements for food and drink establishments to protect the health and safety of our communities by helping to reduce the spread of COVID-19.
As more of the city’s businesses continue to reopen, residents can learn about what to expect and what is required as Toronto moves into the new normal and they begin to visit more establishments and take part in more activities at toronto.ca/ReopenTO.
Provincial orders under the Reopening Ontario (A Flexible Response to COVID-19) Act and the City bylaw on physical distancing remain in effect. Yesterday, the City received 30 complaints related to parks use and physical distancing. Officers have cautioned nearly 1,200 people this month about physical distancing, alcohol, bonfires and littering bylaws. This month, enforcement officers issued six tickets related to liquor, open fires, and social distancing.
As COVID-19 continues to circulate in the community, residents visiting a beach or park must practise physical distancing and avoid crowding. Torontonians are reminded to respect parks and beaches for the enjoyment of all. Bonfires, littering and parties involving excessive alcohol are not permitted. If a litter bin is full, residents are asked to take their garbage with them so it can be disposed of properly. Barbecues and hibachi grills are not allowed on beaches.
The City’s website is updated daily with the latest health advice and information about City services, social supports and economic recovery measures. Check toronto.ca/covid-19 for answers to common questions before contacting the Toronto Public Health COVID-19 Hotline or 311.
