COVID-19 Information for Businesses
As the COVID situation escalates in Canada and in Ontario, it is becoming essential for business owners to not only think about their personal health, but of the health of their business as well. We’ve pulled together some resources that will provide support during these trying times as a business owner. Make sure to check back regularly as the situation is rapidly changing.
Order Under Section 22 of Health Protection and Promotion Act
The Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Health Unit issued an order in regards to the wearing of Face Coverings while in stores and businesses. The order is effective as of 12:01 a.m. on June 12, 2020 and requires all persons who own or operate a Commercial Establishment (i.e. retail business) within the Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Health Unit region to:
1. Prohibit anyone* from entering a Commercial Establishment, or remaining in the Establishment, if they are not wearing a Face Covering. *Except for:
- Children under the age of two years; or children under the age of 5 who refuse to wear a face covering and cannot be persuaded to do so by their caregiver
- Those where wearing a Face Covering would inhibit the Person's ability to breathe in any way
- Any other medical reason why the Person cannot safely wear a Face Covering
- If there is an obligation to provide reasonable accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code
2. Ensure the availability of alcohol-based hand rub at all entrances and exits for all to use
To the residents of Wellington-Dufferin Guelph, please wear a Face Covering at all times to help limit the spread of COVID-19, unless you are exempt for any of the above reasons, while entering and inside of a Commercial Establishment.
Enhancing Public Health and Workplace Safety Measures in the Provincewide Shutdown
Find information regarding:
- Declaring a provincial emergency
- Restricting mobility
- Reducing outdoor gathering limits
- Closing additional workplaces and introducing mitigation measures for those that remain open
- Increasing enforcement
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4 Ways to Prevent a COVID-flu "Twindemic" in Your Workplace
Honouring our Mental Health as Much as our Physical
How to Safely Use, Handle and Dispose Facemasks
5 Best Practices for Bringing Visitors Safely into your Workplace
12 Ways to Prepare for Second Wave of COVID-19
Are Your Employees Prepared to Handle COVID-Linked Violence?
Are Masks Right for Your Workplace?
COVID-19 Keeping Safe During a Pandemic
Develop your COVID-19 Workplace Safety Plan
Fact Sheet- Water quality considerations for re-opening buildings
ShopHERE powered by Google – sign Up for a Free Online Store
Guidance for Temporary Foreign Workers
Dufferin County Agricultural Virtual Round Tables – Related Resources
Workplace Safety & Prevention Services
Post-Pandemic Business Playbook
Business Pandemic Preparedness Checklist
COVID-19: Keeping Safe During the Pandemic
WSPS: Heat stress and the COVID-19 factor
Post Pandemic Checklist of Businesses Returning After Shutdown of Operations
Post Pandemic Checklist for Businesses Returning to the Workplace after Working Remotely
Small Business Advisory Service
Resources to Prevent COVID-19 in the Workplace
WSPS: Health and Safety Virutal Events
Stage 2 of Reopening Ontario: An Overview for Business Owners
Stage 2 of Reopening Ontario: Carters Presentation
KPMG: New automated tool for rent relief process
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Breathe Safer: How to Use Respirators Safely and Start a Respirator Program
Businesses in Dufferin County Selling Personal Protective Equipment
Personal Protective Equipment Use during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Optimizing the Supply of Personal Protective Equipment during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Signs
How to Safely Use a Non-Medical Mask or Face Covering
Non-Medical Masks and Face Coverings
Helping Children Cope with Stress
Help Reduce the Spread of COVID-19
Long Term Care Home Screening Signage
Essential Sector Poster – Agricultural Worker
Essential Sector Poster – Construction Employer
Essential Sector Poster – Construction Worker
Essential Sector Poster – Food Manufacturing and Processing Worker
Essential Sector Poster – Long Term Care Home Employer
Essential Sector Poster – Long Term Care Home Worker
Essential Sector Poster - Manufacturing Worker
Essential Sector Poster - Restaurant and Food Services Employer
Essential Sector Poster - Restaurant and Food Services Worker
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Agriculture
Resource Library for International Agricultural Workers and Employers
Agriculture and Food Jobs in Ontario
Community and Allotment Gardens During COVID-19
Garden Centres and Hardware Stores COVID-19
Guide to Operating Your Essential Farm Business During COVID-19
Migrant Farm Worker Operations During COVID-19
Agriculture Site COVID-19 Prevention Procedures
Sanitation Checklist: Forklift
Sanitation Checklist: Tractor, Mobile Equipment, Vehicle
Enhanced Surface Cleaning and Disinfecting
Enhanced Surface Cleaning and Disinfecting – Agriculture Worker Housing
Cleaning and disinfecting after a workers is symptomatic or has been confirmed positive for COVID-19
Temporary Foreign Worker Application Form Checklist
Site Access Health Questionnaire
Branding/Processing Time Information and Tips for Beef Operations
WSPS: COVID-19 Resources for Agriculture
Risk Assessments
For Employers
Employer Protocol for Pandemic
COVID-19 Infection Guide: Employer
Essential Worker Letter Template
Guide to Direct Sales to Consumers During COVID-19
Youth Employment and Skills Program
For Workers
COVID-19 Infection Guide: Workers
Signs
Location of Hand Wash Facilities
How to Respond to Employee Anxiety
Maintain Your Physical Distance
Maintain Your Physical Distance – Punjabi
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Arts, Culture, Festivals, and Events
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Beaches (Public)
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Camping
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Child Care
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Community Centres and Public Facilities
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Conservation
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Construction
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Day Camps
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Farmers Markets
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Food Processing Sector
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Food Retail
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General Guidance for Indoor/Outdoor Facilities
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Golf
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Health Care
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Health Care Professional
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Manufacturing
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Office
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Parks and Recreation
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Personal Service Settings (PSS)
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Restaurants and Food Services
Restaurants Canada COVID-19 Rapid Recovery Guide
Cleaning and disinfecting a food premise after a COVID-19 case
Common spaces and food service in shared residences during COVID-19
Community and allotment gardens during COVID-19
Grocery and convenience stores, pharmacies and gas stations during COVID-19
Food take-out premises during COVID-19
Inspected home-based food premises during COVID-19
Mobile food premises during COVID-19
Restaurants and bars during COVID-19 pandemic
Ministry of Health COVID-19 guidance for food premises
Guidance for Food Premises: Best Practices Summary Sheet
COVID-19 Guidelines: Take-out and Delivery
Restaurants and Food Services Tips
Restaurant servers, cooks and dishwashers
Examples of acceptable food donation items
Examples of unacceptable food donation items
Ministry of Health reference document for safe food donation
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Retail
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Social Services
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Tourism and Hospitality
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Transit
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Transportation
Mental health awareness for drivers
Handling and receiving packages
Cleaning and sanitizing inside of your vehicle
Providing truck drivers access to washrooms
Open a new window to view hours of service and fatigue management (for employers)
Hours of service and fatigue management (for drivers)
Commercial vehicle drivers experiencing COVID-19 symptoms in other jurisdictions
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Veterinary and Animal Services
Impacts of COVID-19 on Dufferin County Businesses - Survey Results
The Western Ontario Warden's Caucus (WOWC) survey was facilitated by all counties in Western Ontario, to identify the impacts of COVID-19 on business.
This report displays the survey results collected from 35 business owners in Dufferin County.
Also linked here is a summary of the original Dufferin County Business Impact Survey results.
Find Fresh Local Food in Dufferin
Support local growers and producers. See where you can buy fresh local food in Dufferin County.
Where to purchase PPE in Dufferin County
Looking for gloves, masks, face shields, hand sanitizer, cleaning products, signage, floor decals, or plexiglass barriers? Find what you need to get back to business safely! See the following list of businesses selling personal protective equipment.
ShopHERE powered by Google - Sign up for a FREE online store
Thank you Digital Main Street and Google Canada for helping us bring the ShopHERE program to Dufferin County. ShopHERE gives independent businesses and artists hands on support to create their own online storefront. Click the link below to sign up and for more information.
Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan: Support for Canadians and Businesses
"On March 18, 2020, the Prime Minister announced a new set of economic measures to help stabilize the economy during this challenging period. "
List of Essential Workplaces
Ontario is closing non-essential workplaces effective March 24, 2020 11:59pm. See list of essential workplaces for more information.
Ontario Together: help fight Coronavirus
The Ontario Government is launching Ontario Together, a new website that will help businesses and their employees work with the province to meet the challenges of COVID-19.
Small Business Enterprise Centre (SBEC)
Looking for businesses support? SBEC staff are available for small business consultations.
Dufferin Board of Trade (DBOT)
DBOT has created a list of resources for businesses to help local businesses prepare for and manage through a potential COVID-19 escalation in Canada.
Government of Canada - Response to COVID-19
The Government of Canada has provided an account of their response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
World Health Organization - Getting Workplace Ready for COVID-19
The World Health Organization (WHO) has put together a document with recommendations on how to ready your workplace for COVID-19.
Canadian Chamber of Commerce
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce has resources for Pandemic Preparedness for Business, including a Pandemic Preparedness Guide.
BC Economic Development Association
Planning for Coronavirus: A guide for businesses and organizations.
