The Renfrew County and District Health Unit state that two people are facing $875 fines for not self-isolating under local COVID-19 rules.
The RCDHU stated in a media release that the two individuals did not adhere to an order from Acting Medical Officer of Health Dr. Robert Cushman that has been in place since October 30.
The Section 22 order requires all residents of Renfrew County and District to self-isolate if they:
- Are a confirmed case or probable case of COVID-19
- Have signs and symptoms of COVID-19, have been tested for COVID-19, and are awaiting the results of their test
- Believe they now have one or more symptoms (even mild symptoms) of COVID-19
- Are a close contact of a person diagnosed with COVID-19 or is a close contact of a person identified as a probable case of COVID-19?
People who fit the above criteria must remain in isolation for 14 days unless otherwise instructed, among other directions.
Citizens should practice all COVID-19 safety measures including staying at home when sick, keeping physical distance between others, wearing a mask, washing hands frequently, and celebrating the holidays with household members only.
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