COVID-19 vaccine appointments are now available for Black and other racialized populations/people of colour ages 18+ who live in postal codes L9C, L8W, L8L, L8N and L9K at the COVID-19 vaccine clinic at FIRSTONTARIO CENTRE, Friday to Sunday this coming week. For an appointment at FirstOntario Centre, or another clinic location depending on availability of vaccine, please call the Public Health Services COVID-19 Hotline at 905-974-9848, option 7. This is a by-appointment-only clinic, walk-ins are not permitted.

With cases of COVID-19 on the rise in #HamOnt and across Ontario, Hamilton’s Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Elizabeth Richardson, is echoing the announcement made by Premier Doug Ford earlier today and recommending that residents move away from the concept of the “social circle” and limit close interactions to those within their households.

Trends in COVID-19 cases in Hamilton are showing that the virus is most commonly being transmitted at private social gatherings, in situations where people are not practicing appropriate physical distancing,

The City of Hamilton is advising residents that an employee working at the Flamborough Municipal Service Centre (MSC) has tested positive for COVID-19.

Release>>hamilton.ca/government-inf… #HamOnt Hamilton Public Health Services notified the City of the positive test result late this afternoon. The employee is currently self-isolating and Public Health Services is in the process of completing contact tracing to ensure all close contacts also self-isolate.

Hamilton healthcare providers understand the need for timely COVID-19 testing and are working collaboratively to meet a significant increase in demand.

Release>>hamilton.ca/government-inf… #HamOnt Visits to testing centres have doubled in recent weeks to approximately 1000 people per day.

Yesterday, calls to Hamilton Public Health Services booking line jumped to 3000 calls, compared to approximately 1000 calls two weeks ago.

Due to the nature of the employee’s position working closely with the public, the City of Hamilton is advising that it has been notified that one of its Hamilton Street Railway (HSR) bus operators has tested positive for COVID-19.

Release>>hamilton.ca/government-inf… #HamOnt The employee last worked on Route #5 Delaware Tuesday, September 8 and Wednesday, September 9, 2020.

Public Health advises there is low risk to the public, however the City decided to advise the public out of an abundance of caution.

The City of Hamilton is providing some additional updates as part of the City’s continued efforts for a gradual, safe and measured reopening of municipal facilities and the restart of programs and services.

Release>>hamilton.ca/government-inf… #HamiltonReopens #HamOnt The City of Hamilton owns several facilities where external user groups typically operate and offer various types of programming...

A COVID-19 and #HamiltonReopens Update from the City of Hamilton.

Release>>hamilton.ca/government-inf… #HamOnt Today, the City of Hamilton is entering Phase Three of the Hamilton Reopens COVID-19 recovery plan. Hamilton will be in Phase Three for a while – it is our “new reality” – and we will be here until a COVID-19 vaccine or other treatments are available and are in widespread use.

The @cityofhamilton welcomes @LouICF of the @newcommunites to Hamilton for a two-day virtual visit to learn just what makes #HamOnt one of the world’s most intelligent communities! Welcome Lou to the place where innovation goes to work! Over the next two days, @LouICF will learn more about the Hamilton triple helix - where academia, government and industry collaborate to build a more progressive, intelligent community. @hamiltonecdev

After a recommendation from Public Health Services and the Board of Health, today, Hamilton City Council voted to enact a by-law (By-law no.20-155) that requires the wearing of masks or face coverings in enclosed public spaces.

Release>>hamilton.ca/government-inf… #HamOnt Beginning July 20 at 12:01am, with some exceptions, all persons entering an enclosed public premise are required to wear a mask or face covering.

As more establishments and businesses begin to re-open, wearing a mask or face covering is an additional measure that can be...

Today, City Council announced that the City will move forward with the development plan from Hamilton Urban Precinct Entertainment Group L.P. (The Precinct Group) to deliver entertainment, culture & renewed vitality to #HamOnt's downtown core.

Release>>hamilton.ca/government-inf… The Precinct Group’s plan includes a modernized arena, a newly renovated convention centre and concert hall, significant investment in the Art Gallery of Hamilton, as well as new residential, affordable housing, office and retail space development.

July 14 COVID-19 update from the City of Hamilton:

As of 9am this morning, there are 860 confirmed positive cases, 8 probable cases & 44 deaths from COVID-19 in #HamOnt. Of the 868 cases, 92% are resolved.

Full release: hamilton.ca/government-inf…

Video: Today’s media briefing included an update on Phase Two: Our Gradual Recovery, the operational updates in Phase Two of #HamiltonReopens. Published at hamilton.ca/phase-two, the Phase Two operational updates cover 4 main areas, including reopening plans for Hamilton City Hall...

July 10 COVID-19 update from the City of Hamilton:

As of 9am this morning, there are 853 confirmed positive cases, 8 probable cases & 44 deaths from COVID-19 in #HamOnt. Of the 861 cases, 92% are resolved.

Full release: hamilton.ca/government-inf…

Video: Today, the City’s Board of Health considered a by-law related to mandatory face coverings in most indoor public spaces. The by-law was created to protect the public from potentially spreading the virus to each other while in indoor public spaces, including commercial areas,...

July 7 COVID-19 update from the City of Hamilton:

As of 9am this morning, there are 848 confirmed positive cases, 8 probable cases & 44 deaths from COVID-19 in #HamOnt. Of the 856 cases, 91% are resolved.

Full release: hamilton.ca/government-inf…

Video: Today, the City has announced that private events booked at Fieldcote, Griffin House, Ancaster Old Town Hall, Whitehern and the Hamilton Children’s Museum up to September 30 will be cancelled.

July 3 COVID-19 update from the City of Hamilton:

As of 9am this morning, there are 835 confirmed positive cases, 8 probable cases & 44 deaths from COVID-19 in #HamOnt. Of the 843 cases, 89% are resolved.

Full release: hamilton.ca/government-inf…

Video: #HamiltonReopens: Beginning July 15, most waterfalls in Hamilton will reopen, including their associated parking lots. At this time, Tews Falls, Websters Falls & Dundas Peak will remain closed. Remember to maintain a physical distance of 2m from those outside your social circle.

June 30 COVID-19 update from the City of Hamilton:

As of 9am this morning, there are 834 confirmed positive cases, 8 probable cases & 44 deaths from COVID-19 in #HamOnt. Of the 842 cases, 87.5% are resolved.

Full release: hamilton.ca/government-inf…

Video: As we increase the capacity on @hsr buses and return to loading customers in through the front door for fare collection on July 1, the City is reminding customers that they are required to wear a non-medical mask while riding the bus, taking DARTS and using TRANSCAB...

June 26 COVID-19 update from the City of Hamilton:

As of 9am this morning, there are 814 confirmed positive cases, 9 probable cases and 44 deaths from COVID-19 in #HamOnt. Of the 823 cases, 89% are resolved.

Full release: hamilton.ca/government-inf…

Video: The City is strongly discouraging the public from organizing or attending garage sales and yard sales at this time.

Garage sales and yard sales will not be allowed on City property including sidewalks, parking lots and vacant lands. This includes the...

June 23 COVID-19 update from the City of Hamilton:

As of 9am this morning, there are 798 confirmed positive cases, 9 probable cases and 43 deaths from COVID-19 in #HamOnt. Of the 807 cases, 89% are resolved.

Full release: hamilton.ca/government-inf…

Video: #HamiltonReopens: The City of Hamilton will begin reopening some attractions and heritage institutions on Wednesday, July 15. This includes Dundurn Castle and Kitchen Garden, Hamilton Military Museum and the Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology...

June 19 COVID-19 update from the City of Hamilton:

As of 9am this morning, there are 781 confirmed positive cases, 8 probable cases and 42 deaths from COVID-19 in #HamOnt. Of the 789 cases, 87% are resolved.

Full release: hamilton.ca/government-inf…

Video: Today, the City of Hamilton announced that we are entering Phase Two of the #HamiltonReopens COVID-19 recovery plan. Phase Two is about gradual recovery. The City will begin to expand services and begin to return some staff to work. Some of our facilities and offices...

June 16 COVID-19 updates from the City of Hamilton:

As of 9am this morning, there are 764 confirmed positive cases, 7 probable cases, and 42 deaths from COVID-19 in #HamOnt.

Full release: hamilton.ca/government-inf… Yesterday, Premier Ford announced that beginning Friday June 19, #HamOnt can enter Stage Two of reopening. This means outdoor dining services at bars and restaurants, shopping malls, personal care services, water and other outdoor recreational facilities may reopen...

June 12 COVID-19 updates from the City of Hamilton:

As of 9 a.m. this morning, there are 748 confirmed positive cases, 7 probable cases, and 42 deaths from COVID-19 in #HamOnt.

Full release: hamilton.ca/government-inf…

Video: #HamiltonReopens
The City and Public Health Services are working with local licensed child care centre operators to ensure a gradual & safe reopening of these centres.

All will be required to follow strict health protocols &meet additional requirements to safely reopen.

June 9 COVID-19 updates from the City of Hamilton:

As of 9 a.m. this morning, there are 738 confirmed positive cases, 7 probable cases, and 41 deaths from COVID-19 in #HamOnt.

Full release: hamilton.ca/government-inf…

Video: #HamiltonReopens The provincial government announced Monday that some parts of the province would be moving into Stage 2 of the province’s reopening plan this Friday, with communities in the Golden Horseshoe remaining in Stage 1 at this time.