Township of Terrace Bay News

TERRACE BAY, ON May 1, 2020 As the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve, the Township of Terrace Bay remains active in monitoring the situation and continues to evaluate all communications from Public Health Agencies, Federal and Provincial Government related to the pandemic. We are also in contact with local businesses and neighbouring communities to share and ensure best practices for the health and well-being of our residents are in place.  Community safety is of utmost importance as we consider the next steps in this situation.  READ MORE

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Protecting the health and well-being of all Ontarians is our government’s top priority, especially during the COVID-19 outbreak. On March 30th, Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health recommended that individuals over 70 years of age to self-isolate. We need to do everything we can to protect our seniors and most vulnerable citizens. That is why Ontario is launching the new Ontario Community Support Program to assist low-income seniors and people with disabilities in need.

Seniors, persons with disabilities and people with underlying medical conditions, their families or caregivers can access delivery services by visiting www.ontariocommunitysupport.ca.

Those without internet access, or who require service in a language other than English or French, can contact 211 at any time by dialing 211, 1-877-330-3213 (toll free) or 1-888-340-1001 for TTY service.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all Council Meetings will be held through Zoom Video Conferencing until further notice.

The next Council Meeting will be held on Monday, April 20, 2020 - 6:30pm.  The public is invited to attend this meeting through Zoom.  Just click on the Zoom link below to attend the virtual meeting:

Council Meeting April 20, 2020 6:30pm -  Agenda Link  and  Zoom Link

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all Council Meetings will be held through Zoom Video Conferencing until further notice.  The next Council Meeting will be held on Monday, April 13, 2020 - 6:30pm - Special Council Meeting  and 6:45pm - Regular Council Meeting.  The public is invited to attend these meetings through Zoom.  Just click on the Zoom Links below to attend the virtual meetings:

1^st Special Meeting is at 6:30pm -  Agenda Link  and  Zoom Link

2^nd Meeting is at 6:45pm -  Agenda Link  and  Zoom Link

Public Notice
Terrace Bay Landfill and Garbage Collection

TERRACE BAY, ON April 3, 2020 – The fees at the landfill will be waived on all residential garbage for both residents of Schreiber and Terrace Bay until further notice. While at the landfill, residents are expected to practice proper physical distancing from others and listen to any direction, as provided by the landfill attendants. We ask for the public’s cooperation in only visiting the landfill for necessary and essential reasons. Garbage will still be collected curbside In Terrace Bay on Tuesdays as per normal. Container/garbage tags will not be required for curbside collection as of April 7, 2020 and until further notice. However all other collection rules still apply (121L max size container, lid etc.) and a two (2) container limit is imposed as of Tuesday April 7, 2020. The Township reserves the right to limit or restrict the services noted above, if any abuse or misuse is observed. We apologize for any inconvenience this has caused and appreciate everyone’s cooperation during this difficult time. Spring clean-up week is still planned for May at this time.The Township of Terrace Bay remains diligent in monitoring the situation as it pertains to COVID-19. We continue to evaluate our operations and all communications from local and regional health agencies, as well as communications from other Federal and Provincial Government Health Authorities on a daily basis. The health and well-being of our residents and community is of great importance.

Mayor Jody Davis                                          J. Hall, CAO/Clerk
mayor@terracebay.ca                                   cao@terracebay.ca

Public Notice

COVID-19 Pandemic Update: Declaration of Emergency

TERRACE BAY, ON March 28, 2020 The Township of Terrace Bay has issued a Declaration of Emergency for COVID-19.  This is a precaution in order to access additional resources and funding during this pandemic, when and if to protect the health and safety of our residents and businesses.  While precautionary, the Township is taking the current situation very seriously and is taking every step that we can to protect the community from the threat.

Mayor Jody Davis, on behalf of the Township of Terrace Bay, has declared an emergency to the Province of Ontario dated March 28, 2020, due to Public Health Concerns. This action is deemed necessary to protect the health, safety, and welfare of our residents and properties.  Our declaration is made in support of the North of Superior Healthcare Group (NOSH) and in/with the support of our neighbouring community, the Township of Schreiber.

The Township of Terrace Bay remains diligent in monitoring the situation as it pertains to COVID-19.  We continue to evaluate all communications from local and regional health agencies, as well as communications from other Federal and Provincial Government Health Authorities. The health and well-being of our residents and community is of great importance.

Mayor Jody Davis                                          J. Hall, CAO/Clerk
mayor@terracebay.ca                                   cao@terracebay.ca

For additional information, we recommend reading and monitoring the following websites:
North of Superior Healthcare Group
Thunder Bay District Health Unit
Government of Canada
Ontario Ministry of Health
Status of Cases in Ontario
World Health Organization

Community Message:
Virg McMillan

Virg shares her words of wisdom with the community:

Community Message:
Kim Asmussen

Kim shares his words of wisdom with the community:

Public Notice
COVID-19 Pandemic Update

TERRACE BAY, ON March 25, 2020 Due to the on-going COVID-19 pandemic, the Township of Terrace Bay’s Municipal Emergency Control Group (MECG) has met numerous times, most recently on March 24th at 10am to discuss updates from the Federal and Provincial governments; updates from health agencies that we liaise with; the Township’s Emergency Plan and continued monitoring of the COVID-19 situation. Terrace Bay’s MECG group consists of the Mayor, Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk, Fire Chief, and Public Works Supervisor.

While we continue to monitor the situation and work with our neighbouring municipalities and partner agencies, we do not see a municipal emergency being declared as a necessary step at this time. It is important to emphasize that this situation could change very rapidly.

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A reminder to be careful what you flush.  Wet wipes, paper towels and facial tissues can clog pipes.  We recognize that many residents may be increasing their use of disinfectant wipes, paper towels and facial tissues in response to COVID-19.  We would like to remind residents not to flush wet wipes of any kind. Despite what some packaging says, wipes are not flushable. Paper towels and facial tissues also do not belong in the toilet. These items cannot be flushed because they do not break down like toilet paper does. READ MORE

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