Ottawa bylaw officers have issued nearly $200,000 in fines to businesses and individuals for violating COVID-19 measures in Ottawa during the pandemic.
Statistics show $880 fines have been issued to 190 people and businesses for violating Provincial orders since the start of April. Another 67 charges were issued for violations under Ottawa’s Temporary Mandatory Mask Bylaw since it came into effect on July 15.
BLRS remains committed to helping reduce the spread of COVID-19 and ensuring the health and safety of our community by upholding the Temporary Mandatory Masking Bylaw and Provincial Orders.
The fine for violating Provincial Orders during the COVID-19 pandemic is $880. Ottawa Bylaw and Regulatory Services provided a breakdown of the 190 charges issued for violations of the Provincial Orders.
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