The City of Toronto continues to respond to COVID-19. Provincial orders restricting gatherings of more than five people who are not members of the same household remain in effect and everyone should continue to follow public health recommendations for physical distancing when leaving the house for any reason.
There are 11,174 cases of COVID-19 in the city, an increase of 150 cases since yesterday. There are 386 people hospitalized, with 88 in ICU. In total, 8,446 people have recovered from COVID-19, an increase of 204 cases since yesterday. To date, there have been 823 COVID-19 deaths in Toronto. Case status data can be found on the City’s reporting platform.
The City’s COVID-19 enforcement team remains focused on providing education about the physical distancing bylaw and provincial orders. Yesterday, the City received 95 complaints related to parks use and physical distancing. Officers have spoken to or cautioned more than 6,600 people this month. Seven tickets were issued yesterday in City parks or squares.
ActiveTO major road closures remain in effect until 11 p.m. tonight. The following major roads are closed to provide more space for walking and cycling, thus enabling practising physical distancing:
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The City’s website is updated daily with the latest health advice and information about City services, social supports and economic recovery measures. Check toronto.ca/covid-19 for answers to common questions before contacting the Toronto Public Health COVID-19 Hotline or 311.
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