Ontario Moving to Next Phase of Reopening

Recently, Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health announced “With hospitalizations
and ICU admissions continuing to decline, we are committed to maintaining a gradual and cautious approach
to protect our hospital capacity and ensure patients can access the care they need when they need it.” Details
of the announcement can be found here: https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/1001600/ontario-moving-tonext-phase-of-reopening-on-february-17

In response to this announcement, effective March 1, 2022, details regarding the Township of Puslinch
facilities are as follows:

Puslinch Community Centre – final stages of kitchen renovations. Facility will be re-opening soon

Puslinch Optimist Recreation Centre

• Gymnasium
• February 17th move from 50% capacity to 100% capacity
• March 1st move to patrons will no longer have to show proof of vaccination to enter the
  facility.
• Outdoor Rink
• March 1st removal of maximum capacity of 25 people. Return to normal operating capacity
  dictated by event.
• All other Township Outdoor Sports and Recreation Facilities
• March 1st – No participant number restrictions
• For further details, please visit https://puslinch.ca/culture-recreation/festivals-events/recreation-andleisure-calendar/

Township of Puslinch Council meetings will remain virtual for the time being. As minor renovations are made
to the Township office reception area, Township offices will remain closed to the public. Township staff will be
available to assist and serve residents by electronic means. Phones will continue to be answered between the
hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday at 519-763-1226. Email inquiries can be sent as follows:

For a By-law inquiry or concern: [email protected]

For Council and general inquiries: [email protected]

For Planning and Zoning inquiries: [email protected]

For Building Inspections, Taxes, Facility Rentals or General inquiries: [email protected]

Access to on-line forms and applications can be found on our website https://puslinch.ca/forms/

The Township of Puslinch strongly encourages residents to get vaccinated as this is the best way to protect yourself and your loved ones. To book an appointment or for more information, please contact Public Health at 1-844-780-0202 or see their website at www.wdgpublichealth.ca/appointments