Masks made mandatory to early 2021

The temporary bylaw first enacted in July will be extended to at least January. People in Ottawa will be required to wear masks in public spaces and on transit until at least early 2021 after the city council voted to extend the temporary mandatory mask bylaw.

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The council first approved the temporary bylaw last July at the recommendation of the medical officer of health. It called for most people to wear masks on OC Transpo vehicles and in transit stations, as well as any indoor public spaces including retail stores.

The bylaw is temporary and was renewed once in August when the council extended mandatory mask-wearing to the lobbies, elevators, and hallways of apartment and condo buildings.

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The bylaw is temporary and was renewed once in August when the council extended mandatory mask-wearing to the lobbies, elevators, and hallways of apartment and condo buildings.

The council has extended the bylaw until the first council meeting of the new year, during which councilors may vote to extend it further.

The city bylaw officers have responded to 1,600 complaints about people not wearing masks and have issued 64 charges in recent weeks.

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Learn how to stay safe by enrolling in a mask fitting test which is a requirement for many workplaces and school admissions or the available masks for sale by visiting our face mask sale page.

World Health Organization (WHO): Advice for Public – When and How to Use Masks

Mayo Clinic: Coronavirus Mask Guide

FDA: N95 Respirators, Surgical Masks, and Face Masks

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