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By Provincial Order, all parks, dog parks, playgrounds, recreation areas, municipal boat launches, docks and piers are CLOSED . Residents are permitted to have walk-through access of open green spaces as long as a minimum physical distance of 2 metres (6 feet) is maintained. Residents are prohibited from using equipment or park areas for recreation activities. Residents are prohibited from congregating in parks, along the piers or other recreation areas. Violation of the order,...
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The Government of Canada is asking all Canadians currently returning from any travel outside of Canada, to self-isolate in their home for 14 days after your return.
The request has been issued in order to help limit the spread of COVID-19, which is transmittable even by some people who are not experiencing any symptoms.
By the federal government’s description, self-isolation involves not leaving home unless “absolutely necessary,” such as seeking medical...
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Scugog Emergency Operations are in effect to respond to COVID-19
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Township of Scugog Council voted to expand the Delegation of Powers and Duties Policy to provide emergency response powers to Scugog Mayor, Bobbie Drew and Scugog CAO, Paul Allore to initiate and manage legislative changes and operational duties for a coordinated emergency response to combat the community spread of COVID-19.
“By initiating an emergency response...
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Due to the rapidly changing COVID-19 situation, the province announced that they will be closing at-risk workplaces, effective end of day, Tuesday, March 24. To further support residents and businesses during this difficult time, the Township of Scugog will give a two month grace period on the April tax installment. No penalty and interest will be charged for May or June for all residents and businesses. In addition, the June tax installment will be postponed from June to July,...
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During this time of social distancing and to serve our residents, we will be live streaming the Special Council meeting scheduled for 5:45 p.m. and the Regular Council meeting at 6:30 p.m. for Monday, March 23. Residents may tune in this evening via YouTube on Twp of Scugog Official   starting at 5:45 p.m. 

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