@HPEPublicHealth is barring visitors to this region from high-infection zones from booking local hotels, personal services, or eating inside restaurants. https://intelligencer.ca/news/local-news/hpe-health-unit-bans-outside-visitors-from-using-local-hotels-eateries-services…
Family Day is Monday February 15, 2021. Enjoy the day with a fun activity.
This year, due to the COVID-19 lockdowns and other related restrictions on gatherings, the Town of Deseronto is not planning any in-person activities for Family Day, Monday, February 15th, 2021.
PARTICIPATE IN YOUR OWN DISTANCED FAMILY ACTIVITY THIS FAMILY DAY.
GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
Birds are everywhere, all the time, doing fascinating things. Join us, February 12–15, 2021, when the world comes together for the love of birds.
Fish without a license
Four times a year, Canadian residents can fish in Ontario without buying a fishing license, during:
Family Fishing Weekend in February (February 13-15, 2021)
Mother’s Day Weekend in May (May 8-9, 2021)
Father’s Day Weekend in June (June 19-20, 2021)
Family Fishing Week in July (July 3-11, 2021)
Follow fishing rules
License-free periods remind us of the value of Ontario’s recreational fishery and the importance of keeping it healthy for future generations. You must:
follow conservation license catch limits
obey size limits and sanctuaries
follow the fishing regulations
Ontario Fishing Regulations Summary
Find family fishing events
Family Fishing is celebrated across the province. Check the website to find a family fishing derby, an event near you, or a place to go fishing.
Free loans for rods and reels
TackleShare loans out rods and reels for free. New anglers can gear up at locations across the province including:
Ontario provincial parks
conservation authorities
libraries - The Deseronto Library runs the Deseronto Tackleshare Program
TackleShare is an Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters program supported by Ontario Power Generation.
GET OUT FOR A WALK, HIKE, WINTER BIKE, OR SNOWSHOE!
There are many great local places for a walk, around Town, Centennial Park or at the local conservation authority.
Returning to the COVID-19 response framework - February 10, 2021.
When the provincewide shutdown was announced in January, the government committed to safely and gradually return to the COVID-19 response framework (colour-coded zones).
Regions are now being phased back into the framework based on improvements in:
COVID-19 transmission
health system capacity
public health system capacity
local context and conditions
testing capacity
When regions are returning to the COVID-19 response framework
We anticipate public health unit regions will return to the framework on the dates below. These dates may change depending on the trends in public health indicators.
Find your public health unit region
February 10, 2021. Deseronto is Green
Hastings Prince Edward Public Health Unit
Kingston, Frontenac and Lennox and Addington Health Unit
Renfrew County and District Health Unit
WHAT BEING GREEN MEANS - Government of Ontario
Green – Prevent
Standard measures
Focus on education and awareness of public health and workplace safety measures in place.
Restrictions reflect the broadest allowance of activities in Stage 3 absents a widely available vaccine or treatment.
The highest risk settings remain closed.
Organized public events, social gatherings and wedding, funeral and religious services, rites and ceremonies
Limits for certain organized public events and social gatherings such as functions, parties, dinners, gatherings, barbeques or wedding receptions held in private residences, backyards, or parks, where physical distancing can be maintained:
10 people indoors
25 people outdoors
Limits for organized public events and gatherings in staffed businesses and facilities, where physical distancing can be maintained:
50 people indoors
100 people outdoors
Limits for religious services rites or ceremonies, including wedding services and funeral services, where physical distancing can be maintained (applies in any venue other than a private dwelling):
30% capacity of the room indoors
100 people outdoors
Restaurants, bars and other food and drink establishments
Require patrons to be seated; 2 metres minimum or impermeable barrier required between tables
No buffet style service
Line-ups and patrons congregating outside venues managed by venue; 2 metres distance and face-covering required
Face coverings required except when eating or drinking only
Patron screening (passive)
Require contact information for one patron per seated party
Dancing, singing and performing music is permitted, with restrictions
Karaoke permitted, with restrictions (including no private rooms)
Personal protective equipment, including eye protection, required when a worker must come within 2 metres of another person who is not wearing a face covering
Night clubs only permitted to operate a restaurant or bar
A safety plan is required to be prepared and made available upon request
Sports and recreational fitness facilities
Maintain 2 metres physical distancing, unless engaged in a sport
Capacity limits per venue, where physical distancing can be maintained:
50 people indoors or 100 people outdoors in classes
50 people indoors in an area with weights or exercise equipment
50 spectators indoors or 100 outdoors
Capacity limits apply on a per-room basis if operating in compliance with a plan approved by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health (Guidance for Facilities for Sport and Recreational Fitness Activities During COVID-19covid 19)
Team or individual sports must be modified to avoid physical contact; 50 people per league
Exemptions for high-performance athletes and parasports
The limit volume of music to be low enough that a normal conversation is possible; measures to prevent shouting by both instructors and members of the public
Face coverings required except when exercising or playing sports
Patron screening (passive)
A safety plan is required to be prepared and made available upon request
Meeting and event spaces
Capacity limits per venue, where physical distancing can be maintained:
50 people indoors or
100 people outdoors
Booking multiple rooms for the same event not permitted
Maximum of 50 people per room indoors if the venue operates in accordance with the approved plan from the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health (Guidance for Meeting and Event Facilities During COVID-19covid 19)
Limits for religious services rites or ceremonies, including wedding services and funeral services apply if held in meeting and event spaces:
30% capacity of the room indoors
100 people outdoors
Exceptions for court and government services
Patron screening (passive)
A safety plan is required to be prepared and made available upon request
Retail
New for Green-Prevent as of February 2021:
Stores must have passive screening for patrons (for example, posting signs outside the storefront about not entering if you have COVID-19covid 19 symptoms)
This does not apply to indoor malls, which will have to do screening in accordance with instructions by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health
A safety plan is required to be prepared and made available upon request
Fitting rooms must be limited to non-adjacent stalls
Line-ups and patrons congregating outside venues managed by venue; 2 metres distance and face-covering required
Personal care services
Oxygen bars, steam rooms and saunas closed
Patron screening (passive)
A safety plan is required to be prepared and made available upon request
Casinos, bingo halls and gaming establishments
Maximum of 50 people per facility permitted, where physical distancing can be maintained
Table games are prohibited
Patron screening (passive)
A safety plan is required to be prepared and made available upon request
Cinemas
Capacity limits per venue, where physical distancing can be maintained:
50 people indoors or
100 outdoors
50 people per indoor auditorium if cinema operates in accordance with the approved plan from the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health (Guidance for Movie Theatres During COVID-19covid 19)
Face coverings except when eating or drinking only
Drive-in cinemas permitted to operate, subject to restrictions
Patron screening (passive)
A safety plan is required to be prepared and made available upon request
Performing arts facilities
Capacity limits per venue, where physical distancing can be maintained:
50 people indoors or
100 outdoors
Singers and players of wind or brass instruments must be separated from spectators by plexiglass or some other impermeable barrier
Rehearsal or performing a recorded or broadcasted event permitted
Performers and employees must maintain 2 metres physical distance except for purposes of the performance
Drive-in performances permitted
Patron screening (passive)
A safety plan is required to be prepared and made available upon request
MORE INFORMATION - GOVERNMENT OF ONTARIO COVID WEBSITE
Deseronto Helping Hands Foodbank - Hours of Operation February 2021.
Donations to the Helping Hands Foodbank can be made at Town Hall.
DESERONTO FOOD BANK DATE OF OPERATION:
February 18, 2021
REGULAR HOURS
10 AM TO 12 NOON
PHYSICAL DISTANCING REQUIRED.
316 EDMON ST.
DESERONTO, ONTARIO.
K0K 1X0
Notice of Council Meeting - Wednesday February 10th, 2021 - 6:30pm Electronic
Notice of Electronic Town Council Meeting February 10th, 2021 - 6:30 pm - Teleconference
Please Be Advised: The start of this meeting may be delayed due to a preceding meeting running long.
Council meetings occur on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month commencing at 6:30 pm.
Agendas are posted at least 48 hours before the meeting, and delegation requests are required to be submitted a minimum of a week before the meeting.
If you wish to be a delegation please complete the delegation request form.
Council Meeting Location: Teleconference.
YouTube OnLine Link - open link to meeting video
Meeting Agenda - open pdf
Free Mental Health Counselling, Supported by the Government of Ontario
Mind Beacon is offering free mental health support for Ontario residents dealing with stress, anxiety, depression and more, thanks to funding from the Government of Ontario.
Experience therapy that’s completely digital
No worry about appointments to keep
Available whenever and wherever you are
On any web-enabled device, you prefer.
What's a Therapist Guided Program?
MindBeacon's Therapist Guided Program is based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
With more than 40 years of research and practice, CBT is an excellent long-term solution for those suffering from mood and anxiety disorders.
It’s a skills-building approach to therapy, helping you develop resiliency and coping skills to better manage your mental health concerns. It consists of readings, exercises, and activities that will help you learn and practice those new skills.
Mind Beacon - open webpage
A reminder of the Waste and Recycling schedule for 2021
Be sure to download your copy of the Recycling and Waste pick-up schedule for 2021.
Effective December 23rd, 2020, the Town of Deseronto is allowing 1 free untagged bag of garbage with every garbage pick up. This is in effect until Council decides otherwise.
Please note the price of each bag tag is $3.00 a tag.
Download the Recycling and Waste Schedule 2021 - open pdf.
For more information read our Recycling and Waste Page. - open page.
Family Day is Monday February 15, 2021. Enjoy the day with a fun activity.
This year, due to the COVID-19 lockdowns and other related restrictions on gatherings, the Town of Deseronto is not planning any in-person activities for Family Day, Monday, February 15th, 2021.
PARTICIPATE IN YOUR OWN DISTANCED FAMILY ACTIVITY THIS FAMILY DAY.
GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
Birds are everywhere, all the time, doing fascinating things. Join us, February 12–15, 2021, when the world comes together for the love of birds.
Fish without a license
Four times a year, Canadian residents can fish in Ontario without buying a fishing license, during:
Family Fishing Weekend in February (February 13-15, 2021)
Mother’s Day Weekend in May (May 8-9, 2021)
Father’s Day Weekend in June (June 19-20, 2021)
Family Fishing Week in July (July 3-11, 2021)
Follow fishing rules
License-free periods remind us of the value of Ontario’s recreational fishery and the importance of keeping it healthy for future generations. You must:
follow conservation license catch limits
obey size limits and sanctuaries
follow the fishing regulations
Ontario Fishing Regulations Summary
Find family fishing events
Family Fishing is celebrated across the province. Check the website to find a family fishing derby, an event near you, or a place to go fishing.
Free loans for rods and reels
TackleShare loans out rods and reels for free. New anglers can gear up at locations across the province including:
Ontario provincial parks
conservation authorities
libraries - The Deseronto Library runs the Deseronto Tackleshare Program
TackleShare is an Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters program supported by Ontario Power Generation.
GET OUT FOR A WALK, HIKE, WINTER BIKE, OR SNOWSHOE!
There are many great local places for a walk, around Town, Centennial Park or at the local conservation authority.
Family Day is Monday February 15, 2021. Enjoy the day with a fun activity.
This year, due to the COVID-19 lockdowns and other related restrictions on gatherings, the Town of Deseronto is not planning any in-person activities for Family Day, Monday, February 15th, 2021.
PARTICIPATE IN YOUR OWN DISTANCED FAMILY ACTIVITY THIS FAMILY DAY.
GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
Birds are everywhere, all the time, doing fascinating things. Join us, February 12–15, 2021, when the world comes together for the love of birds.
Fish without a license
Four times a year, Canadian residents can fish in Ontario without buying a fishing license, during:
Family Fishing Weekend in February (February 13-15, 2021)
Mother’s Day Weekend in May (May 8-9, 2021)
Father’s Day Weekend in June (June 19-20, 2021)
Family Fishing Week in July (July 3-11, 2021)
Follow fishing rules
License-free periods remind us of the value of Ontario’s recreational fishery and the importance of keeping it healthy for future generations. You must:
follow conservation license catch limits
obey size limits and sanctuaries
follow the fishing regulations
Ontario Fishing Regulations Summary
Find family fishing events
Family Fishing is celebrated across the province. Check the website to find a family fishing derby, an event near you, or a place to go fishing.
Free loans for rods and reels
TackleShare loans out rods and reels for free. New anglers can gear up at locations across the province including:
Ontario provincial parks
conservation authorities
libraries - The Deseronto Library runs the Deseronto Tackleshare Program
TackleShare is an Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters program supported by Ontario Power Generation.
GET OUT FOR A WALK, HIKE, WINTER BIKE, OR SNOWSHOE!
There are many great local places for a walk, around Town, Centennial Park or at the local conservation authority.
Energy Prices at off-peak rate 24/7 until end of day Feb. 9, 2021.
Ontario Energy Board
#ICYMI: electricity prices at an off-peak price of 8.5 cents/kWh until the end of day Feb. 9. This lower price is available 24 hours per day, seven days a week for Time-Of-Use and Tiered customers. Visit: https://oeb.ca/newsroom/2020/oeb-covid-19-update
Notice of a Special Council Meeting - Budget Planning - Wednesday, February 3rd, 2021 6:00 pm - Electronic
Notice of Special Council Meeting for Budget Planning on Wednesday, February 3rd, 2021 - 6:00 pm - Teleconference
Regular Council meetings occur on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month commencing at 6:30 pm.
Agendas are posted at least 48 hours before the meeting, and delegation requests are required to be submitted a minimum of a week before the meeting.
If you wish to be a delegation please complete the delegation request form.
Council Meeting Location: Teleconference.
YouTube Live Meeting Link - open video link
Meeting Agenda - open pdf
Family Day 2021 Notice
This year, due to the COVID-19 lockdowns and other related restrictions on gatherings, the Town of Deseronto is not planning any in-person activities for Family Day, Monday, February 15th, 2021.
We are planning on getting the community engaged in family events that you can participate in on your own initiative, on Monday, February 15, 2021.
Participate in your own distanced family activity this Family Day.
Great Backyard Bird Count
COVID Statement: Watching birds is a safe and enjoyable activity we can do during the Covid pandemic. For the 2021 Great Backyard Bird Count, we strongly urge participants to comply with all current country, province, state, or municipal Covid-19 regulations and guidelines. This includes, but is not limited to, social distancing while birdwatching and wearing a mask when birding with others. Thank you for protecting yourself and your community while celebrating the wonders of birds.
Birds are everywhere, all the time, doing fascinating things. Join us, February 12–15, 2021, when the world comes together for the love of birds.
Be a Part of a Global Event
Watch observation lists roll in from around the world. Each submitted checklist becomes a glowing light on our bird sightings map.
Great Backyard Bird Count results from 2020:
268,674 Estimated Participants
27,270,156 Total Birds Counted
6,942 Species of Birds Identified
194 Countries
Mourning Dove by Ostdrossel/Project FeederWatch.
Share Your Birds with Us
The Great Backyard Bird Count uses eBird, one of the world’s largest nature databases. It stores more than 100 million bird sightings contributed each year and is used by professionals for science and conservation. Contribute to eBird and become a citizen scientist.
New to the Great Backyard Bird Count or to using eBird? Explore our How to Participate on options for entering your bird lists.
Enter Your Bird List Into eBird
Ontario Extends State of Emergency to February 9, 2021.
Effective January 25, 2021.
Ontario has officially extended the province's state of emergency and all orders associated with it, including the stay-at-home order, for an additional 14 days.
The state of emergency, that was declared under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (EMCPA) on Jan. 12, and the stay-at-home order will expire on Feb. 9, the government said.
Declaration of Emergency - open webpage
Violation of Order Fines and Legislation - open webpage
Ontario Adjusts Vaccination Plan in Response to Pfizer-BioNTech Shipment Delays - open webpage
Notice of Council Meeting - January 27th, 2021 - 6:30pm Electronic
Notice of Electronic Town Council Meeting January 27th, 2021 - 6:30 pm - Teleconference
Please Be Advised: The start of this meeting may be delayed due to a preceding meeting running long.
Council meetings occur on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month commencing at 6:30 pm.
Agendas are posted at least 48 hours before the meeting, and delegation requests are required to be submitted a minimum of a week before the meeting.
If you wish to be a delegation please complete the delegation request form.
Council Meeting Location: Teleconference.
YouTube On-Line Link - open link to meeting video
Meeting Agenda - open pdf
Notice of a Special Council Meeting - Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 6:00 pm - Electronic
Notice of Electronic Town Council Statutory Planning Meeting Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 - 6:00 pm - Teleconference
Regular Council meetings occur on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month commencing at 6:30 pm.
Agendas are posted at least 48 hours before the meeting, and delegation requests are required to be submitted a minimum of a week before the meeting.
If you wish to be a delegation please complete the delegation request form.
Council Meeting Location: Teleconference.
YouTube Live Meeting Link - open video link
Meeting Agenda - open pdf
Planning Documents
739 Planning Rationale - open pdf
739-ZBA-application-October-09-2020 - open pdf
Green-Street-pre-consultation-memo-July-21-20jb-FINAL - open pdf
Drawing PDFs
21R-23534 - open pdf
739-Site-Plan-OCT-10-2020-24x36 - open pdf
2004776-Orkney-Residential-Green-Street-Townhouses-08-28-2020-11x17 -open pdf
2004776-Orkney-Residential-Green-Street-Townhouses-08-28-2020 - open pdf
A message from County Warden Rick Phillips about staying safe during COVID-19
A message from Hastings County Warden Rick Phillips about staying home during the current lockdown. #HastingsCounty #StayHomeON
https://twitter.com/i/status/1352630745748156416 open video on twitter
Please be careful and use caution on lake ice.
The Greater Sudbury Police Service would like to remind members of the community accessing frozen waterways, that it is everyone’s responsibility to ensure there is sufficient quality ice to support the weight being applied (persons with and without vehicles). Supplied photo
Follow these tips from the Insurance Bureau of Canada regarding Ice Safety.
Use designated ice surfaces.
Measure ice thickness in several locations.
Avoid traveling on the ice at night or when it is snowing.
Never go onto ice alone.
Stay off river ice and avoid the narrows between lakes.
Wear a thermal protection buoyant suit or a lifejacket.
Take safety equipment with you.
Avoid alcohol.
Reference link - http://www.ibc.ca/nb/disaster/ice/ice-safety-tips
RTO 9 - COVID-19 Tourism Adaptation Fund
RTO 9 is pleased to receive funding from the Federal Government - COVID 19 Tourism Adaptation Fund. RTO 9 will administer the funding and distribute it to tourism-related businesses located within Leeds & Grenville, Frontenac County, and Hastings County. Please note that not all communities are eligible. See maps in the application.
Application intake will be open from January 6, 2021, to February 15, 2021- at 4:00 pm. This is a non-repayable grant of between $1,500.00 - $20,000.00 maximum, applicants need to have a matching cash contribution of 20%. The grant will cover 80% excluding HST. This is a first come first serve program, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Eligible costs include:
• Health and safety protocol could be signage, virtual queue, plexiglass partitions, etc. Anything that would help the business apply local/provincial health guidelines
• Alterations to accommodate social distancing including the expansion of patio space for restaurants (including tables, chairs, umbrellas) and/or acquisition of equipment like outdoor heaters to extend seasons
• The purchase of large-scale PPE or sanitizing equipment (fog machines etc.)
• Cleaning supplies for workers/customers
• The acquisition and implementation of digital tools and operating transformations like a virtual queue, timed entry ticketing or contactless check-ins, contactless payment upgrades
• Eligible tourism businesses are:
Tourism Operators as defined by and according to Tourism HR Canada include Accommodation (hotels, motels, resorts, campgrounds, and recreational vehicle facilities), Recreation and Entertainment (zoos, museums, theatres, sports facilities, amusement parks, government parks, heritage sites, hunting, fishing or outdoor adventure outfitters, and casinos), Food and beverage services (restaurants from fast service to fine dining, as well as pubs, nightclubs, cruise ships, and convention centers); Travel services (retail travel agencies, wholesale tour companies, or corporate offices with their own booking divisions) and Transportation (companies that provide transport by air, land or water, and include airlines, bus companies, taxi companies, ferry services, and cruise ships). Retail stores heavily dependent on tourism may also be considered.
Please direct any questions regarding RTO 9 to the Executive Director, Bonnie Ruddock at bruddock@region9tourism.ca
Apply today here
Hastings Prince Edward Public Health Notice - Please Stay Home
Together we can stop the spread of COVID-19 and keep our friends, family & community safe.
Make good choices to protect those who may be at higher risk.
Please stay at home as much as possible. #StopTheSpreadHPE
