Since the first case of the novel coronavirus reached Ontario in 2020, the infection has spread like wildfire. In response, Premier Ford told Ontarians: "we can't let our guard down for a second. Our Pandemic YearA COVID-19 Timeline > News > Yale Medicine Dec. 6, 2020:The province announces1,924 new cases of the coronavirus, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 127,309. [161], On April 22, in his first media appearance since April 16, Premier Ford admitted that the government "made a mistake" and "went too far" with the measures they had announced on April 16. 22, 2021: The province announces that Ontarians over the age of 75 can start booking appointments in areas which have not already allowed them to do so. Elliott says the increase in cases is in part due to a lengthened period of data collection. [158][159][160], Premier Ford was accused by his opposition of "hiding" from the Legislature and the media since April 19, and organizing a virtual party fundraiser with tickets costing $1,000 each, amid increasing criticism of his management of the pandemic. His wife becomes the second case and begins self-isolating the following day. [40], Due to manufacturing delays, it was also announced on January 19 that no new shipments of the Pfizer vaccine would be arriving in Ontario the following week, delaying first and second dose administration in the government's overall vaccination program. Police will be able to crack down on offenders by fining them Can$750 (US$600). April 6, 2020:The first COVID-19 case surfaces in a northwestern Ontario Indigenous community, prompting calls for a military hospital to be set up. May 23, 2020: Thousands of people gather in Trinity Bellwoods Park in Toronto drawing condemnation and scorn from elected officials and city staff. [157] On April 20, both the Ontario Liberal Party and NDP called for Ford's resignation; Ontario Liberal Party leader Steven Del Duca argued that Ford was "missing in action, hiding from the people, and hiding from accountability", and "scared to face the people and acknowledge his stunning incompetence". Ford himself had tested negative. Apr. May 1, 2020: Ontario government announces that some seasonal businesses (including nurseries) and some essential construction projects can open on May 4 if they follow strict guidelines. The Ontario government announced Thursday that a province-wide, four-week "emergency brake" lockdown will go into effect Saturday, April 3. Timeline of the COVID-19 pandemic in Ontario (2021) - Wikipedia This comes as the province has 433 people with COVID-19 in its ICUs, the highest ever throughout the pandemic. The province announces 1,042 new cases, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 70,373. 26. Dec. 29, 2020:The province reports 2,553 new positive tests for COVID-19, raising the total number of cases in Ontario to 175,908. The UK's lockdown roadmap and rules, explained June 2, 2020:Ontarios state of emergency extended by 28 days but Premier Doug Ford insists that does not mean the provinces reopening will necessarily be put on hold during that time. 11, 2021: Elliott says there have now been more than a million COVID-19 vaccine administered in the province, with the total standing at 1,019,407 shots. Mar. Adamson BBQ owner defies lockdown measures what happens next? 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Oct. 9, 2020:New restrictions are put in place for Toronto, Peel Region and Ottawa amid rising coronavirus cases including theclosure of indoor dining at restaurants and bars, as well as the closure of gyms, casinos, cinemas, and performing arts centres. May 4, 2021: The Bridges at Tillsonburg Golf Club, which remained open in defiance of the provinces stay-at-home order, announces a temporary closure after more than two dozen charges laid against patrons and the golf course itself. Mar. Adani Ent. [142] Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health[143] and Toronto Public Health made similar orders. It marks the first known case of the strain in Ontario. Sept. 25, 2020:The province orders strip clubs to close while also ordering restaurants, bars and other food and drink businesses to stop serving alcohol at 11 p.m and close between midnight and 5 a.m. Sept. 25, 2020:Pharmacies in the GTA, Huntsville and Ottawa areas begin to offer coronavirus testing to at-risk, asymptomatic people by appointment only. June 7 (Reuters) - Ontario will loosen COVID-19 restrictions starting June 11, three days ahead of schedule, Premier Doug Ford announced on Monday, as infection rates continue to drift lower. 7, 2021: The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Toronto launches an initiative calling on the Ontario government to amend capacity restrictions for places of worship. Russell Brand Freemason00 Select options; Dexter Russell 10443 Sani Thousands have become ill across the province while hundreds have suffered COVID-19-related deaths as well. 30, 2021:Lecce states that education workers across the province will be eligible as early as the week of May 3. The move will restrict non-essential retail and prohibit indoor dining right across the province starting. Aug. 9, 2020: Ontario reports 79 new cases of the novel coronavirus, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 40,046. April 1: Shielding ends. April 23, 2020:Ford confirms his mother-in-law, who is a resident of a Toronto long-term care home, has tested positive for COVID-19. Oct. 21, 2020:Independent MPPRandy Hillier hosts a gathering of over 25 people in which most were not wearing masks. Published Apr 01, 2021 Last updated Apr 02, 2021 4 minute read. The government declared its second provincial emergency on January 12, 2021 and issued a Stay-at-Home order to reduce mobility and address hospital capacity concerns. Jan. 2, 2021:Ontario reports 3,363 new COVID-19 cases, the most in one day since the pandemic began. Leamington and Kingsville left in Stage 1. 21, 2021: Fords office announces he is self-isolating after being in close contact with a staff member in his office who tested positive for COVID-19. July 30, 2020: Ontario governmentsays come September, elementary students will be in the classroom five days a week while most secondary students will be in at least 50 per cent of the time. 28, 2021:The Ford government announces that workers who have been impacted by COVID-19 will be able to access three paid sick days. 12, 2021: Lecce announces that Ontario students will be staying in remote learning indefinitely following the April Break once again. 28, 2021: Lecce issues letter to federal government, calling on them to prepare for the availability of COVID-19 vaccines for children and youth. [31], The Ontario government, having faced criticism for a slow rollout of vaccinations, announced on January 5 their plan to vaccinate all residents, health workers and essential caregivers in long-term care (LTC) homes by January 21. Toronto, Peel and Windsor remain in Phase 1 however. First Day of Stay at Home Order in the United States - Time and Date April 8, 2020:Ontario reports 550 new cases of the novel coronavirus and 21 more deaths, bringing the provincial totals to 5,276 cases and 174 deaths. Sept. 28, 2020: Ontario Hospital Association calls on province to return to Phase 2 of its pandemic recovery plan. Dec. 29, 2020:With the public in an Ontario-wide lockdown, it learns that Finance Minister Rod Phillips is vacationing in St. Barts. March 19, 2020:The Ontario Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks shutters provincial parks until April 30 to protect the health of employees and visitors. Jan. 15, 2021:Toronto York-Centre MPP Roman Baber is kicked out of PC Caucus after penning a letter to Ford which says the lockdown should end immediately while saying, the virus is real but the crisis is mostly in LTC.. Mike Glover is known for The Drew Berquist Show (2019). Oct. 23, 2020: Ontarios independent commission into long-term care releases early recommendations for the Ford government to implement during the second wave of the pandemic. Oct. 13, 2020:Ontario reports 746 new positive tests for the coronavirus. The following is a timeline of the COVID-19 pandemic in Ontario throughout 2021. Ontario Government Issued Photo ID must also be presented in both phases. [109], On March 15, the Ontario Hospital Association declared Ontario was in a Third Wave of the virus. [36][37], Results of an inspection "blitz" over the weekend of January 15 on big-box stores revealed a compliance rate of 70 percent with 36 of 110 stores visited at random in violation of COVID-19 protocols. While announcing the decision, the. On April 17, Jones announced that the measure would be "refocused", only allowing police to stop and ticket people they suspect are participating in a prohibited public event or gathering [155][156], On April 18, a spokesperson stated that Ontario has had supply issues with vaccines. June 15, 2020:Province announces that several regions including Durham, York, Hamilton, Sarnia-Lambton and Niagara are allowed to enter into Stage 2 of its recovery plan. 16, 2021: Upper Canada College, one of the countrys most elite private schools, closes after 12 people connected with the school test positive for COVID-19. July 29, 2020: Ontario government says Toronto and Peel Region can finally move intoStage 3of the provinces reopening plan on July 31. Feb. 14, 2021: Ontario updates its list of priority groups for COVID-19 vaccines to include people over the age of 79, all indigenous adults and adults receiving in-home care for chronic illnesses to name a few. Ford orders lockdown for all of Ontario starting Boxing Day It will come with a $33.1-billion deficit which will not be paid off for at least eight years. Sept. 27, 2020:Western University in London, Ont., says at least 28 of its students have tested positive for the coronavirus. Advanced info told us the 2021 Toyota Sienna would be a big redesign, but NO V6, 2nd row seats aren't removable,etc is a big time FAIL! April 14, 2020:Ontario extends the state of emergency for another four weeks and pledges further resources to long-term care homes, which have become the epicentre of the crisis in the province. Feb. 19, 2021: York Region is allowed to move into the red zone of the provinces colour-coded pandemic response system on Feb. 22. Oct. 2, 2020: Ontario announces province-wide mask policy as well as restrictions on number of patrons in bars, restaurants, nightclubs, Banquet halls, event spaces and gyms. May 6, 2020: Ontario government announces that beginning on May 9, it will allow garden centres and nurseries to open. READ MORE: Ontario has announced the lifting of public health restrictions in three-week stages, starting Jan. 31.