Category Archives: Collingwood News
Proof of Vaccination and Capacity Limits Lifted Today
Some major public health restrictions are being lifted in Ontario today. Non-essential businesses will no longer no longer be required to ask patrons for proof of COVID-19 vaccination to allow entry, ...
Mar 01, 2022 Source: Ministry Of Health
Canada Sending Anti-Tank Weapons Systems and Upgraded Ammunition To Ukraine
Canada will send more war equipment to help Ukrainians in their battle against Russia. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made the announcement today. "Today we are announcing that we will be supplying Ukr...
Feb 28, 2022 via CPAC
SMDHU Mon Update Includes 243 New COVID-19 Cases, 2 Deaths
The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is reporting 243 new COVID-19 cases and 2 deaths. Deaths include a Muskoka woman between the ages of 65 and 79 and a woman from Simcoe over 79. It's the...
Feb 28, 2022
Province Establishing General Minimum Wage for Digital Platform Workers
The Province has announced legislation that gives app-based gig workers a $15 minimum wage and transparency when it comes to their tips. The "Digital Platform Workers' Rights Act" guarantees a regular...
Feb 28, 2022
SMDHU Fri Update Includes 162 New COVID-19 Cases, 5 Deaths
The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is reporting 162 new COVID-19 cases and five deaths. Deaths include three men over the age of 79 and a woman between the ages of 45 and 64 - all from Si...
Feb 25, 2022
Ontario Removing Barriers for Out-of-Province Skilled Workers
Premier Doug Ford says Ontario is in a historic labor shortage. Today the Premier said there are lots of jobs waiting to be filled across the Province and it's costing the province billions. He's roll...
Feb 25, 2022
Tickets On Sale For 2022 Family and Friends Drop The Ball Raffle
Get your tickets now for the 2022 Family & Friends Drop the Ball Raffle. On September 10th, 2022 , 50,000 numbered golf balls will be dropped on the course of the Midland Golf and Country Club fro...
Feb 25, 2022 Source: Waypoint Centre
It's The Coldest Night Of The Year!
It's the Coldest Night of the Year this weekend. The family-friendly walk is being held on Saturday, February 26th and raises money for local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger, and ho...
Feb 25, 2022 Source: CNOY
Mayor's Levee and Order Of Collingwood Awards Ceremony This Sunday
The Mayor's Annual Levee and Order of Collingwood Awards ceremony will be held on Sunday. Due to COVID19 restrictions on capacity limits, seat availability will be limited. This event is not open to t...
Feb 25, 2022 Source: Town Of Collingwood
Georgian Bay General Hospital Lifting Some Visitor Restrictions
Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) is lifting some visitation restrictions. Effective today (Feb.25), admitted patients will be permitted one visitor per day between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. "Increasing vi...
Feb 25, 2022 Source: GBGH