Ontario Closes all Public and Private Shared Outdoor Spaces

Tuesday, 31 March 2020 06:49

By Marie Cassidy

It’s another step to get people in Niagara and across the province to just stay home.

The province is shutting down all outdoor recreational amenities immediately.

The order shuts down things like dog parks, sports fields and courts, playground equipment, beaches, community gardens and park shelters.

The emergency order was based on medical advice and will be in place until April 13th.

Premier Doug Ford has extended the State of Emergency in Ontario that was set to expire today for at least another two weeks.

More from Local News

Man Charged in St. Catharines Murders

Police working to determine actions of the accused in days leading up to murders, asking for public assistance
Mandatory Alcohol Screening Coming: OPP

For every traffic stop, for speeding, distracted driving, anything
2 People Dead in St. Catharines Homicide

Police have one person in custody, after they were called to a house this morning
NRP Active in Solving Smithville Murder

Police understand community concern to find who is responsible
Man Dies in Welland House Fire

Emergency crews called to the David Street area, waiting for autopsy results
Welland Signs Deal for More Housing

It's a $35-million deal for LIV Communities to build up to 4,000 units, along canal
Drug Charges Laid After Police Chase

Toronto man arrested after caught in St. Catharines
Explaining Labour Shortage Complicated: CEO

Vivian Kinnaird says the pandemic isn't the only reason