What changes to expect as Greater Sudbury enters next phase of reopening plan Friday
As of Friday, Greater Sudbury will join other communities and enter Step 3 of the province’s roadmap to reopen.
“Moving to the third step of the province’s reopening plan ahead of schedule is a very promising sign, and it’s exciting news for all of us,” Greater Sudbury Mayor Brian Bigger said in a news release Thursday.
“As we get ready to resume doing more of the things we enjoy with the people we love, remember to continue to make smart choices, follow public health guidelines and roll up your sleeve for your vaccination if you haven’t already.”
A full detailed list of all the changes to expect Friday can be found on the city's website, but here are some highlights:
- Arenas: McClelland Arena in Copper Cliff and T.M. Davies Arena in Lively are expected to reopen on July 21. For more information on ice rentals and requirements, click here. Carmichael Arena, Centennial Arena, Dr. Edgar Leclair Arena and Gerry McCrory Countryside Sports Complex remain in use as vaccination clinics.
- Fitness centres: Rayside Balfour Workout Centre, Falconbridge Wellness Centre, Capreol Millennium Resource Centre and Howard Armstrong Recreation Centre are scheduled to reopen on July 21. One-hour reservations will be available for booking beginning July 20. The Dowling Leisure Centre remains closed for the summer months. For individual program offerings moving forward, click here.
- Outdoor recreational amenities: Playfields may be used for outdoor sports and games, with restrictions. The number of spectators must not exceed 75 per cent of the usual capacity. Field houses will reopen on July 26, with capacity limits. Permit holders are responsible for monitoring spectators, performing contract tracing of attendees and having an approved safety/return to play plan.
- Garbage and recycling: The front counter at the Recycling Centre is open Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturdays from 7 a.m. to noon for the exchange of broken green carts and purchase of backyard composters, kitchen collectors and Big Blues.
- Cemetery services: Effective July 16, funerals and interment services will allow for up to 50 people indoors at the Civic Memorial Mausoleum with a funeral director in charge and 25 people if an interment service is conducted by family. Up to 100 people are permitted for outdoor funerals and interment services. Physical distancing must be maintained. Masks are required for all guests and staff.
- Indoor dining will be permitted as of Friday. For details, click here.
- As of July 16, the permitted size for an outdoor gathering increases to 100 people. Indoor gatherings are limited to 25 people.
- Residents must continue to wear a mask or face covering inside businesses or organizations. A mask or face covering is also recommended outdoors when physical distancing is a challenge.
For COVID-19 updates and information related to City services, visit www.greatersudbury.ca/covid. For the most up-to-date local information on COVID-19, visit the Public Health Sudbury & Districts website.
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