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Enwin Covid Protocols - https://mailchi.mp/wca/enwin-covid-protocols

The Gordie Howe International Bridge project team invites local businesses and companies to the
Gordie Howe International Bridge Project Procurement Summits to learn about upcoming contracting
opportunities. Virtually meet Bridging North America (BNA) representatives, learn about project timing,
BNA's procurement process and upcoming opportunities. Disadvantaged Business Enterprises
(DBEs) are encouraged to attend.

https://mailchi.mp/wca/gordie-howe-bridge2021-vendor-summit-update

Attached you will find information from the City of Windsor regarding the City Council approved a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. This policy applies to all City contractors who attend indoor City facilities. 

Read the article from CBC with Jim Lyons here

As no doubt many of you are aware by now, our clients on many of our projects have now mandated that ALL individuals who are present on their properties are to be screened for Vaccinations, or in lieu of the Vaccination, have mandated that 2 times per week the results of Rapid Testing will be required for all workers not yet fully vaccinated in order to access to such job sites.  https://mailchi.mp/wca/how-to-acquire-free-rapid-test-kits

Premier Doug Ford, today announced a proof of vaccination program starting September 22nd.

 As of this date, Ontarians will need to be fully vaccinated (two doses plus 14 days) and provide their proof of vaccination along with photo ID to access certain public settings and facilities. This approach focuses on higher-risk indoor public settings where face coverings cannot always be worn and includes:

• Restaurants and bars (excluding outdoor patios, as well as delivery and takeout);
• Nightclubs (including outdoor areas of the establishment);
• Meeting and event spaces, such as banquet halls and conference/convention centres;
• Facilities used for sports and fitness activities and personal fitness training, such as gyms, fitness and recreational facilities with the exception of youth recreational sport;
• Sporting events;
• Casinos, bingo halls and gaming establishments;
• Concerts, music festivals, theatres and cinemas;
• Strip clubs, bathhouses and sex clubs;
• Racing venues (e.g., horse racing).

These mandatory requirements would not apply to outdoor settings where the risk of transmission is lower, including patios, with the exception of outdoor nightclub spaces given the risk associated with the setting. In addition, these requirements will not apply to settings where people receive medical care, food from grocery stores, medical supplies and the like. Aligned with public health measures currently in place, indoor masking policies will continue to remain in place.

The complete news release is below and can be found online at https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/1000779/ontario-to-require-proof-of-vaccination-in-select-settings

The Windsor Construction Association Board of Directors is pleased to offer to the members of the WCA and HCA a new valuable, member feature. 
We know many of you are looking to hire new staff, from in house employees such as estimators, project managers, or office staff, to shop workers, warehousemen, drivers, to tradesmen of all kinds  and we are aware of the challenges you are facing to find the right new hire.

Ontario is putting the brakes on any further reopening ahead of a "difficult fall and winter" as the province reveals new vaccine policies for high-risk settings.

https://mailchi.mp/wca/updated-health-and-safety-guidance

We have been asked by the Ministry of Transportation to circulate the following information to members. This is all the information we have received and any questions should be directed to the MTO.

https://mailchi.mp/wca/ontario-enacts-provincial-emergency-and-stay-at-home-order

Effective April 8, 2021, the Province will move into a 4 week ‘Stay at Home Order’. City Hall will remain closed to the public until further notice.

 The Building Division will continue to remain open for business and maintain strategic modifications that are in place for the Building Division operations.

 Permits will continue to be reviewed, issued and inspected for all types of construction. Please review the attached documents for more information.  

 We will continue to keep you informed of any changes of updates.

 Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Please see from the Government

https://mailchi.mp/wca/safety-plan-covid-safety

On Friday, September 25, 2020, the Government of Ontario amended O. Reg 364/20, effective Saturday September 26, 2020.  This Regulation sets out the Rules for Areas in Stage 3.  

The Council of Ontario Construction Associations (COCA) has been lobbying on behalf of the industry on four main issues stemming from the CORVID19 pandemic

This guide helps you understand and adapt to Ontario's new Construction Act, which came into full effect October 1st.