Last updated: January 13, 2021
Province of Ontario declares a State of Emergency
and enacts a stay-at-home-order
In response to increasing COVID-19 cases across Ontario, the Province has declared a State of Emergency and has enacted a Stay-at-Home Order effective 12:01 a.m. Thursday, January 14, 2021 advising all Ontarians to stay home except for essential purposes. Additional restrictions under the State of Emergency and Stay-at-Home Order include:
- Outdoor gatherings limited to a total of 5 people
- Non-essential retail stores have hours restricted to 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.; does not apply to stores primarily selling food, pharmacies, gas stations, convenience stores and restaurants for takeout or delivery
- Non-essential construction is further restricted, including below-grade construction
- Under declaration of provincial emergency, the Province will provide authority to all enforcement and provincial offences officers to issue tickets to individuals who do not comply with the Stay-at-Home Order, those not wearing a mask and those retail operators who do not enforce regulations
- Enforcement and inspection blitz to commence for big-box stores
- Schools in hot zones, including York Region, will not return to in-person learning until at least February 10, 2021
Latest news
- January 15, 2021 - Town services affected by second state of emergency and stay-at-home orders
Information and Resources
How is Aurora prepared
On Wednesday, March 18 the Town of Aurora declared a state of emergency in response to the COVID-19 outbreak in Ontario. This declaration follows the Ontario government’s announcement that a province-wide state of emergency is now in place and will allow the Town to access additional resources and funding if necessary to help control the spread of the virus.
The health and safety of our residents, visitors and staff is a top priority. The Town of Aurora is working closely with York Region Public Health to monitor COVID-19. This is being done in collaboration with provincial and national health agencies.
Below please find information on Town closures, public notices, frequently asked questions, department contacts and links to community resources.
For all general inquiries contact Access Aurora or call 905-727-1375.
For up-to-date information about COVID-19 Visit the York Region website for information and resources on COVID-19 or call Health Connection at 1-800-361-5653. Learn about how the Ontario Ministry of Health is preparing for COVID-19 in Ontario. The Town will notify the public of future cancellations, openings and updates through:
- Town of Aurora's Covid-19 Website
- Social media channels
- Link to Community Resources
- Local media
Contact Us
Departmental Contacts |
Access Aurora Email: info@aurora.ca Tel: 905-727-1375 Email: bylawdept@aurora.ca
For recreation customer service, program registration, memberships: rleisure@aurora.ca For facility rental inquiries: bookings@aurora.ca For facility advertising & sponsorships: ldyer@aurora.ca Corporate CommunicationsEmail: communications@aurora.ca Human Resources Email: hr@aurora.ca Operational Services Tree permits: eharrison@aurora.ca Water meters: adelbalso@aurora.ca Bulk water requests: lbeaton@aurora.ca Road occupancy permits: kjohnston@aurora.ca Garbage inquiries: gzinck@aurora.ca Planning & Development Services Planning Inquiries Email: planning@aurora.ca Tel: 905-727-3123 ext 4226 Fax: 905-726-4730 Building Inquiries Email: building@aurora.ca Tel: 905-727-3123 ext 4388 Fax: 905-726-4731 Engineering Inquiries Email: engineering@aurora.ca Tel: 905-727-3123 ext 4373 or 4226 Fax: 905-841-7119 |