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COVID-19 Shutdown and Stay-at-Home Order Extended to June 2, 2021

The Province announced today that the Stay-at-Home Order and province-wide shutdown will continue until at least June 2, 2021.

Peterborough Public Health has advised we are starting to see COVID-19 cases and indicators slowly trend downwards, which is such good news! However, despite improvements, key province-wide indicators remain high. They have also stated that hopefully with the measures in place for an additional 2 weeks, province-wide indicators will be quite a bit lower. The province...

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Sandy Lake Cemetery Decoration Day Cancelled

Notice of Cancellation Sandy Lake Cemetery Decoration Day Service Municipality of Trent Lakes

Due to COVID-19, The Municipality of Trent Lakes is cancelling the Sandy Lake Cemetery Decoration Day service scheduled for June 27, 2021. The Sandy Lake Cemetery remains open for individuals wishing to access. Please continue to follow Provincial Orders, social distancing measures, and proper hygiene if visiting the Cemetery.

Questions can be directed to:

Municipality of Trent Lakes
760 Peterborough...

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Owners, Operators and Residents of Seasonal Campgrounds & Trailer Parks

Applicability of the Stay-at-Home Order and Shutdown Legislation to Campground and Trailer Park Operations

Peterborough Public Health is receiving a high number inquiries from owners, operators and residents of seasonal campgrounds and trailer parks regarding the applicability of the current emergency legislation to the operation of these facilities. Please be advised that this memo is intended to provide clarity on Peterborough Public Health’s position on the matter, and does not constitute legal...

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Travelling to Seasonal Residences Serious COVID-19 Risks

Travelling to Seasonal Residences Carries Serious COVID-19 Risks Short-Term Rentals Not Permitted During Stay-at-Home Order

Peterborough Public Health recognizes that seasonal residents are an important part of our community and contribute significantly to our economy, social activities and cultural mosaic. It is important, however, that everyone remembers that travelling to secondary properties during the Stay-at-Home order carries a risk of spreading COVID-19.

Visits to a secondary residence is...

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Local Residents Call Provincial Booking Line for Vaccinations

Peterborough Public Health announced that starting Monday, May 3 local residents can start calling the provincial call centre at 1-833-943-3900 to book COVID-19 vaccination appointments as the local call centre winds down.

“Transitioning vaccine booking to the provincial vaccine booking call centre will streamline the process for Peterborough area residents as we already use the provincial online booking system,” said Dr. Rosana Salvaterra, Medical Officer of Health. “We are grateful for the City’s...

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