COVID-19

NEEBING RESIDENTS:  STAY AT HOME

Effective Thursday, April 8, 2021 at 12:01 a.m., the government issued a province-wide Stay-at-Home order requiring everyone to remain at home except for essential purposes, such as going to the grocery store or pharmacy, accessing health care services (including getting vaccinated), for outdoor exercise, or for work that cannot be done remotely.

As Ontario's health care capacity is threatened, the Stay-at-Home order, and other new and existing public health and workplace safety measures will work to preserve public health system capacity, safeguard vulnerable populations, allow for progress to be made with vaccinations and save lives.

The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health and other health experts, is immediately declaring a third provincial emergency under s 7.0.1 (1) of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (EMPCA). These measures are being taken in response to the rapid increase in COVID-19 transmission, the threat on the province's hospital system capacity, and the increasing risks posed to the public by COVID-19 variants.

Stay home.  Stay safe.  Save lives. 

COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics

The Municipality of Neebing falls into the Thunder Bay District Health Unit (TBDHU) catchment area.  This means that as a resident of Neebing, you are entitled to book an appointment at the TBDHU COVID-19 IMMUNIZATION CLINIC and receive your COVID-19 vaccine provided you are in the qualifying age group being admitted. Find out if you are in the targeted age group and  book an immunization appointment at the CLE Coliseum Clinic, by visiting the TBDHU's COVID-19 Immunization Clinic page.

The Thunder Bay District Health Unit (TBDHU) is offering in-home immunizations for homebound individuals unable to attend the Thunder Bay clinic to receive their COVID-19 vaccination. In-home immunization is also available for essential caregivers if the individual they care for has specific health conditions and requires direct, frequent and sustained in-person personal care and/or assistance with activities of daily living. Visit the TBDHU's vaccination page for details on eligibility and to book an appointment.

At this time, the TBDHU is not bringing immunization clinics direct to our municipality.  For more information on the vaccine rollout, visit the TBDHU COVID-19 Vaccine page.

COVID-19 self assessment

If you think you have COVID-19 symptoms or have been in close contact with someone who has it, use this self assessment tool to help determine if you need to seek further care.

Financial relief during COVID-19

The Government of Canada is taking immediate, significant and decisive action to help Canadians facing hardship as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak including support for individuals, support for businesses and support for industries.  View Canada's COVID-19 Economic Response Plan for details.

The Ontario Government announced funding for families with children.  While schools and child care centres are closed, parents can apply for direct funding to offset the cost of buying materials to support their children's learning, while they practice self-isolation and physical distancing.  Learn about the Ontario Government's program on their website to see if you qualify.

Financial assistance is also available to Neebing residents through Thunder Bay District Social Services Board. For information and application visit the TBDSSB website.

At the last Municipal Council meeting, Council voted unanimously to forgo processing any penalties for the month of April for those Neebing residents currently in arrears on their taxes. 

Municipal Council Meetings

Municipal Council meetings are still happening except they are now being held by Web Conference. Visit our website to access the Council meeting Web Conference Link for upcoming meetings.

Neebing Emergency Services Impacts

Neebing Emergency Services (Fire and 1st Response) are considered essential services and the plan is to continue to provide those services as fully as possible to Neebing residents during this period.   There have been some impacts to operations in the wake of this pandemic due to group size restrictions.  You may notice more small group activity and movements of the crew for ongoing training exercises.  During a medical 911 call, you may also expect to see NES volunteers wearing additional protective gear including gloves, eye protection, masks and perhaps gowns depending on the nature of the call.  Calls to 911 for a non-fire concern will include questions related to possible COVID-19 contacts.

Resource links

• The Ontario Ministry of Health reports on the status of cases in Ontario each morning at 10:30 am.
• The Thunder Bay District Health Unit has credible sources of information for both the public and local health care providers
• The World Health Organization is a trusted resource for current global conditions relating to the pandemic.
  
  

Supporting the community

The United Way of Thunder Bay and the Thunder Bay Community Foundation have established a COVID-19 Community Response Fund. Donations to the fund will support local non-profits helping those at high risk throughout this crisis. Those who would like to help can donate to the fund through either the United Way or the Thunder Bay Community Foundation. 

Reporting COVID-19 order violations

The Thunder Bay District Health Unit launched a phone line for residents who have concerns about businesses and individuals who are not following COVID-19 related orders.  Residents of Thunder Bay and all district communities can report any instances of non-compliance with Ontario's Emergency Order related to COVID-19.  Report your concerns to (807) 625-5900 or toll-free 1-888-294-6630.  View the full details of the Order Violation Phone Line on the TBDHU website.