May 14, 2020 Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced the much-anticipated details of the next stage of reopening Ontario’s economy.
Ford said that beginning on Tuesday, May 19 at 12:01 a.m., the province will enter Stage 1 of the three-stage reopening plan.
The Premier cautioned that “businesses should open only if they’re ready” and that health and safety remains the top priority. Ford said businesses will have to follow strict distancing guidelines and the government is “ready to react” if it sees a sudden increase in cases.
Businesses that are able to open on Saturday, May 16, 2020 Golf courses Marinas, boat clubs and public boat launches Private parks and campgrounds Businesses that board animals
Businesses that are able to open on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 All construction projects Retail locations with dedicated storefront/street-front entrances Car dealerships In-person health services such as therapy and counselling Golf courses, including driving ranges
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Sector-specific guidelines and posters to help protect workers, customers and the general public from Covid-19