Returning to Red-Control level of provincial COVID-19 Response Framework

RICHMOND HILL – The Ontario government has announced that York Region, including Richmond Hill is transitioning back into the Red-Control level of the provincial COVID-19 Response Framework and the stay-at-home order is being lifted effective Monday, February 22 at 12:01 a.m.   

All City facilities remain closed to the public at this time. Residents can still access many City services online or by phone. Visit and subscribe to RichmondHill.ca/COVID19 to stay updated on the status of City services and facilities. 

All Richmond Hill Public Library locations remain open for pre-booked curbside pickup and drop box returns, with a variety of programs and digital services available online. Information on service changes as they become available can be found at www.rhpl.ca/reopening.

Gathering limits

Effective February 22, limits for all organized public events and social gatherings will be 5 people indoors and 25 people outdoors. Public health officials advise that residents should continue to avoid social gatherings and limit close contacts to the people you live with.

Staying active this winter

• Richmond Green Skate Trail, Mill Pond and Lake Wilcox are all open to Richmond Hill residents for pre-registered skating. New time slots are released daily for the next day.

• Parks, playgrounds, off-leash dog areas and trails remain open for walking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and other winter activities. Note that winter walking and hiking trails are slippery when snow and ice are present, so proceed with caution.

• We’ve got virtual programs and at-home resources for all ages including fitness, arts, theatre, astronomy and more, so residents can keep their mind and body active with us at home. Registration for virtual programs is open at RichmondHill.ca/RecGuide. 

Visit RichmondHill.ca/StayHome for a list of parks, trails and at-home resources.

Vaccinations in York Region

Richmond Hill continues to work closely with York Region Public Health to support our community during the pandemic. York Region is ready to ensure the safe and coordinated vaccination of its communities from COVID-19 when vaccine supplies are available. Learn more about York Region’s plans to roll out COVID-19 vaccines with multiple clinic sites including one in Richmond Hill, drive-thru and mobile clinics at York.ca/COVID19Vaccine.

Shop local

With restaurants and retail allowed to open with capacity limits effective February 22, residents are encouraged to support our small businesses and restaurants by shopping local. Visit RichmondHill.ca/ShopLocal for more information.

Help keep our community safe

Residents are further reminded that you can help stop the spread of COVID-19 by doing the following:

• Maintain physical distancing of at least two metres from others
• Wear a mask or face covering indoors, as well as outdoors if you cannot physical distance
• Wash your hands thoroughly and often
• Stay home if you’re sick, even with mild symptoms
• Download the COVID Alert app

MEDIA CONTACT
Ash O’Malley, Communications Advisor
ash.omalley@richmondhill.ca