The Ontario government has given orders to move into the second stage of the ‘Roadmap to Reopening’ plan next Wednesday, June 30 at 12:01 as key public health and health care indicators continue to improve, and the provincewide vaccination rate continue to surpass targets outlined in the province’s Roadmap to Reopen.

“We have been working hard to reopen city services and amenities following the Province’s announcement to enter step two earlier than expected, and in accordance with Provincial restrictions,” said Norm Gale, City Manager.

City Amenities Opening in Step Two

  • Fort William Stadium (date to be determined based on user group bookings)
  • Live on the Waterfront (first concert July 14 – details to be released early July)
  • Indoor weddings (limited to 25% capacity)

Outdoor recreation, small group activities and organized public events/social gatherings are limited to 25 people outdoors. Indoor social gatherings and organized public events are permitted up to five people.

Victoriaville Centre and McKellar Mall will be expanding public access hours Monday through Saturday, 9 am to 5 pm. Access to the facilities will continue to only be available from the southern doors nearest to Renco Family Foods and the northern doors off of Justice Avenue.

City Amenities Currently Open

  • Marina and Boat launches
  • Golf Courses
  • Skate parks
  • Sports Fields
  • Tennis Courts & Tennis Centre
  • Basketball courts
  • Trowbridge and Chippewa Campgrounds
  • Chapples Golf Course outdoor patio
  • Outdoor Fitness at select Community Centres
  • County Park, Franklin Street, Prince Arthur’s Landing and North End Park splash pads
  • Heath Park and Art Widnall Outdoor pools
  • Sandy Beach (Chippewa) and Boulevard Lake Beach
  • Summer Camps & Playgrounds Program

The Province plans to remain in Step Two of reopening for at least 21 days to allow the most recent vaccinations to reach their full effectiveness and to evaluate any impacts of the move. Public health and workplace safety measures will continue to apply in Step Two, including maintaining physical distance, capacity limits, and wearing face coverings in indoor spaces.

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Contact: Stacey Levanen, Supervisor – Corporate Communications, 625-3650