The Ontario government is extending all emergency orders in force under s.7.0.2 (4) of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Current emergency orders include the closure of outdoor playgrounds, play structures and equipment, public swimming pools and outdoor water facilities, as well as bars and restaurants except for takeout and delivery.

Additionally, there continues to be restrictions on social gatherings of more than five people, and staff redeployment rules remain in place for long-term care homes and congregate settings like retirement homes and women’s shelters.

Under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act, emergency orders can only be extended for up to 14 days by the Lieutenant Governor in Council (Cabinet) or the Legislative Assembly, on the recommendation of the Premier may, by resolution, extend the period of an e...

The Village will broadcast a Special Council meeting on You Tube Live tomorrow, May 27, 2020, at 1:00 p.m.

The agenda for this meeting is located here.

Should you wish to view the meeting, please go to “You Tube” and search:

Westport Special Council Meeting May 27, 2020

The meeting will be up on You Tube 20 minutes prior to the start time.

The provincial government is taking a slow, measured approach to recovering the province’s economy.  Every decision that benefits the economy is weighed against the public health challenge of keeping a lid on COVID-19.  While opening retail stores to a limited extent, the consistent direction from the Ontario Government and supported by Westport Council is stay home when possible, wash hands often, practice physical distancing of at least 6 ft between people, wear a mask when out in the public and avoid non-essential travel.  

The opening of retail stores for pick-up and curb side delivery on Monday, May 11 was a positive sign for economic recovery.  This was authorized by the government because the number of cases of COVID-19 was declining in the province.  More restrictions have been lifted and this past week we saw retail stores open to the public although with s...