COVID-19 Red Level Means Additional Restrictions

Halton Hills, ON – Last week’s Provincial announcement placed Halton Region into the Red (Control) Level yesterday with additional restrictions to help control the spread of COVID-19. These restrictions will be in place for a minimum of 28 days.

Municipal facilities and recreation programming can remain open though there are new restrictions in addition to ones already in place. Recreation Services staff are contacting user groups, renters and individuals affected by these changes. These restrictions include:

• 10 people maximum for indoor programs such as ice pads, gymnasiums, and program rooms
• 25 people maximum for outdoor programs and events
• 10 people maximum for drop-in recreation programs including aquafit, lane swims, recreational swimming and skating and Hillsview Active Living and Youth Centre programs
• Cancellation of indoor pickleball and adult shinny programs
• No spectators permitted at sports and recreational fitness facilities except for parent/guardian supervision of children.

The new restrictions will impact program providers as follows:

• Team sports are not permitted; programs can be adjusted to include training and skill development with a maximum of 10 people indoor and 25 outdoor
• No contact is permitted for team or individual sports
• 3m physical distancing is required for fitness classes
• No spectators permitted at sports and recreational fitness facilities except for parent/guardian supervision of children
• Duration of stay limited to 90 minutes (except for sports)
• Active screening, contact information and attendance required for all patrons
• No live performances: public events limited to ten people per facility indoors and twenty-five people outdoors

“We all need to do our part,” said Mayor Rick Bonnette. “It’s important to note that the new restrictions are in addition to the precautions we should all be taking anyway. Residents attending any Town facilities or recreation program are reminded of physical distancing, mandatory face coverings and mandatory health pre-screening, pre-registration and online payment options.”

Anyone with questions should follow up with their sport provider or user group. Recreation Services’ customer service can be reached at 905-873-2600 extension 2275. Information about fall recreation programming or drop-in programs is available on the Town’s website 

The Town also continues to monitor the situation to support the local business community including ongoing collaboration with the Acton and Georgetown Business Improvement Areas, and the Halton Hills Chamber of Commerce. “Since the start of the pandemic, the Town has been proactive in taking decisive and coordinated action to support the local business community.” said the Mayor.  

For information about COVID-19, visit the Town's COVID-19 website

For business information, visit the Invest Halton Hills website 

About the Town of Halton Hills

The Town of Halton Hills, with a population of approximately 60,000, consists of two urban centres, Georgetown and Acton, the Halton Hills Premier Gateway employment area, three hamlets – Glen Williams, Stewarttown and Norval – and several smaller settlements. Halton Hills has long been recognized for its natural beauty, active agricultural community, high quality of life and proximity to major centres, including Brampton, Mississauga and Toronto.  The Town is ranked as one of the top small communities in Canada by a national magazine.

Visit the Town of Halton Hills website

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