A new study from the non-profit Angus Reid Institute offers insight into just how widespread the Omicron variant of COVID-19 may be in Canada.

This week, Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry extended the current Public Health Orders on Gatherings and Events along with the Order on Food & Liquor serving premises. A copy of the current PHO will be available here and a summary of each is detailed below.
 
In a new development, gyms and fitness centres will be allowed to start gradually reopening as of Thursday. Changes include:

• When gyms reopen, plans must include occupancy limits based on seven square metres per person,
• Up to a maximum of 25 people per space
• The vaccine card will still be required to enter.
• Masks must be worn at all times with the exception of when someone is exercising

As we start the beginning of 2022, we’re hoping to get your attention on a brief survey. The information is helping tackle some of the workforce shortfall that is greatly impacting the sector.
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Across the country, governments, industry associations and other key tourism stakeholders have been developing support services for hard hit tourism businesses and workers. This support is desperately needed but has also created confusion due to the many subsidies and services available.