COVID-19 has changed our communities over the last two years. The risk of transmission and severe outcomes remains greater for some individuals, especially for those who are vulnerable or immunocompromised.
View the latest news from the Provincial Government about COVID-19, health and education closures and re-openings.
Vaccine
Check out the York Region Covid-19 page to get up-to-date information about Vaccine availability and eligibility.
Booking a vaccine
Eligible individuals can book their fourth dose appointment through:
- The Ontario COVID-19 vaccination portal
- Participating pharmacies
- Participating primary care settings beginning
- Access York phone support at 1-877-464-9675
- York Region's online booking portal at the community clinics
Self-assessment
Use the Ministry of Health's online self-assessment tool to help determine if you need to seek care.
If you’re having difficulty breathing or experiencing other severe symptoms, call 911. Always call your health care provider before visiting.
Customer service
The Civic Centre is open and offering in-person service at the Service Georgina counter located on the first floor. For anyone requiring service specific to permits, licensing or planning-related matters, appointments are strongly encouraged to ensure clients receive the assistance they require. Appointments can be booked by calling 905-476-4301.
You can call Service Georgina from Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m at 905-476-4301, ext. 3001.
For after-hours emergencies about animal control, roads, water or wastewater, call 905-476-4301 and follow the prompts to reach after-hours on-call services.
Municipal Law Enforcement can be reached at 905-476-4301, ext. 3006. If your call goes to voicemail, leave a detailed message including the date, time and location of the violation, and an officer will investigate.
To find out what's open and what's closed, visit the What's Open/Closed page.
To learn more about new protocols at the Georgina Leisure Pool, visit georgina.ca/swim.
Have questions about beaches and waterfront parks? Visit georgina.ca/beaches for the FAQs.
Council meetings
The Town is holding virtual Council meetings. The Town is using the ZOOM platform for the meetings, in addition to the usual broadcast through the Town’s live internet streaming tool. Public participation by phone is now available. A pre-registration form is required to be submitted to the Clerks Division by noon the day before the meeting. The form can be found at georgina.ca/CouncilMeetings. Rogers TV Georgina will also broadcast the evening meetings.
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Community partners
The Georgina Community Food Pantry is open for regular distribution hours but will be providing pre-packaged food outside the entrance. Visit the website at georginafoodpantry.com.
Routes Connecting Communities Inc. is remaining operational. Call them at 905-722-4616 on weekdays between 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Southlake Regional Health Centre - COVID-19 Action Fund
Business services
The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting businesses locally and globally.
Staff are committed to providing residents and businesses with trusted and timely updates that you need to support your business.
Georgina's Economic Development team is working remotely and will continue to support businesses during this difficult time by email at ed@georgina.ca. To ask questions over the phone, contact Karyn Stone, Manager of Economic Development and Tourism, at 905-476-4301, ext. 2312.
Our business page includes news and updates from all three levels of government.
Previous updates
Feb. 28, 2022 Lifting proof of vaccination requirements and capacity limits
Town of Georgina to follow provincial regulations on lifting proof of vaccination requirements and capacity limits
In response to the provincial announcement on Feb. 14, 2022, the Town of Georgina plans to lift some public health measures at indoor recreation facilities. Effective March 1, 2022, proof of vaccination will no longer be required and capacity limits will be lifted. Face coverings in indoor public settings and maintaining physical distancing remains in place, with exceptions for people participating in specific recreation programs. Patrons visiting any Georgina facility are encouraged to conduct a self-health assessment for COVID-19 symptoms before entering the building. Anyone who is experiencing symptoms are asked not to visit the facility until their symptoms have subsided. See the release.
March 18, 2022 - Georgina removes mandatory mask requirements at Town facilities
March 18, 2022 - Georgina removes mandatory mask requirements at Town facilities
The Town of Georgina will no longer require people entering Town facilities to wear a mask or face covering as of Monday, March 21. This is in line with the provincial measures announced March 9. The Town recognizes some people may still choose to wear a mask in public settings and encourages anyone who feels more comfortable wearing one to continue to do so. Read the media release.
Feb. 17, 2022 Next phase of reopening
Province announces move to next phase of reopening on Feb. 17
With key public health and health system indicators continuing to improve, the Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, is cautiously and gradually easing public health measures sooner, with the next phase of measures being eased on Feb. 17, 2022 at 12:01 a.m. The Town is reviewing this update from the province and waiting for the new regulations.
Oct. 4, 2021 End of declaration of emergency
On Oct. 4, 2021, the Town of Georgina ended the declaration of emergency that was declared on March 19, 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The emergency declaration aligned the Town with the Province, granting the Mayor the authority to take such action as she considered necessary to implement the Town’s emergency plan. It also granted the Town the power to protect volunteer emergency workers.
Media releases and Council updates
Media releases
Town to begin reopening faciities and resume recreation programming on Jan. 31 - Jan. 27, 2022
Town update on COVID-19 impact to service levels - Jan. 4, 2022
Town ends declaration of emergency for COVID-19 pandemic - Oct. 4, 2021
York Region COVID-19 mass vaccination clinics scheduled to close by end of August – July 30, 2021
Town to reopen some facilities - July 29 2021
Parking at waterfront parks expands in light of progress - June 9, 2021
Parking at waterfront parks and beaches available to resident pass holders – June 2, 2021
Town to reopen outdoor recreation amenities - May 21, 2021
Town's waterfront parks and beaches open - May 19, 2021
Georgina marks one year since declaration of emergency for COVID-19 pandemic - March 19, 2021
Town update on COVID-19 impact to service levels - March 17, 2021
Town enters ‘Red’ control classification under the COVID-19 response framework - Feb. 19, 2021
Town responds to latest COVID-19 measures by province - Jan. 14, 2021
The Town encourages everyone to follow its communications channels, including this webpage and social media, for updates – Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Council reports and updates
Fire chief verbal update to Council - Sept. 9, 2020
All inquiries related to COVID-19 should be directed to York Region Health Connection at 1-800-361-5653, Monday to Sunday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
For more information on COVID-19, visit York Region Public Health’s website at york.ca/covid19, the Province of Ontario’s website at ontario.ca/coronavirus or for information on travel and self-isolating, visit the Government of Canada's website at canada.ca/coronavirus.