Huron Perth Public Health is the lead agency working with the Ministry of Health, Public Health Ontario and local healthcare providers to monitor the COVID-19 situation and take actions as appropriate. We are in communication with Huron Perth Public Health and are following its recommendations to ensure we are prepared to respond to the situation as it evolves.
What we're doing
The Town of St. Marys is taking steps to ensure the health and safety of our community during the COVID-19 pandemic. These include:
What's open and closed
Some services will remain operational throughout this situation. Each of these services will be delivered in a way that protects the health and safety of residents, clients and staff.
A list of municipal facilities that are closed indefinitely is available below. Please note, municipal staff remain in place at some facilities and are offering limited services during this closure. Click on the facility or department for full details and contact information.
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| Town Council meetings |
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Status
- Town Council meetings and some other public meetings will proceed as planned.
- All non-essential committee meetings cancelled indefinitely.
- Meetings will be held in Town Hall Council Chambers; attendees will be asked to sanitize their hands upon arrival.
- Those planning to attend the meeting will be asked to complete a COVID-19 screening questionnaire prior to entering Council Chambers. If you answer yes to any of the following questions, you will not be allowed to participate in the meeting.
- Do you have any of the following symptoms: fever/feverish, new or existing cough, or difficulty breathing?
- Have you traveled internationally within the last 14 days (outside Canada) OR attended a gathering of more than 50 people in the last 14 days?
- Have you had close contact with a confirmed or probable COVID-19 case?
- Have you had close contact with a person with acute respiratory illness who has been outside Canada in the last 14 days?
- If you are unable to attend in person, you are encouraged to share your questions or comments about agenda items with Council through email (clerksoffice@town.stmarys.on.ca) prior to the meeting.
- Steps will be taken to accomplish social distancing.
- Due to the unprecedented nature of this situation, Council’s meeting schedule is subject to change; visit the Council Calendar page for an up-to-date schedule.
Contact
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| St. Marys Fire Department |
Status
- Firefighters ready to respond to emergencies
- St. Marys Fire Hall closed indefinitely; in-person service unavailable
Contact
- Emergencies: 9-1-1
- General inquiries: 519-284-2340
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| Stratford Police Service |
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Status
- Police officers ready to respond to emergencies
- St. Marys Town Hall office closed indefinitely; in-person service unavailable
- Contact by telephone for assistance; in non-emergency situations, officers may attempt to assist over the phone to minimize contact with the public
- Requests for records checks, including vulnerable sector checks, are not currently being accepted
- Police may ask screening questions related to COVID-19 health risks prior to dispatching an officer; these decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis
Contact
- Emergencies: 9-1-1
- Non-emergencies where police assistance is required: 519-271-4141
- General inquiries: 519-271-4147
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Perth County Paramedic Services
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Contact
- Emergencies: 9-1-1
- General inquiries: 519-271-0531, ext. 500
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Meals on Wheels
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Status
- Currently offering socially distanced meal delivery service; visit our Meals on Wheels page for pricing
- Meal pick-up at the St. Marys Friendship Centre has been cancelled indefinitely
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St. Marys and Area Mobility Service
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Status
- Rides still available, but volunteer transportation currently suspended
- New safety measures in place:
- Clients being screened prior to booking a ride
- Surfaces being cleaned frequently; hand sanitizer available for drivers and riders
- Riders being asked to leave the front passenger seat vacant to allow for social distancing
Contact
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Garbage and recycling collection
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Status
- Curbside garbage and recycling collection will continue as scheduled
Contact
- Bluewater Recycling Association: 519-228-6678
- info@bra.org
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Leaf and Yard Waste Depot
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Status
- Open daily from dawn till dusk at the Municipal Operations Centre (enter off South Service Road)
- Those dropping off leaf and yard waste should practice social distancing by staying 2 metres (6 feet) from other patrons
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| List of closed facilities, departments and services |
| Pyramid Recreation Centre, St. Marys Friendship Centre, St. Marys Youth Centre |
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Status
- Closed indefinitely; all programs, events and bookings cancelled
- Refunds will be issued, where applicable
Contact
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| St. Marys Child Care Centre |
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Status
- Closed until Sunday, April 5, 2020, following direction from the Ministry of Health and Ministry of Education
- Refunds will be issued, where applicable
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St. Marys Public Library
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Contact
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| Adult Learning Programs of Perth |
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Status
- Building closed to the public
- Providing online service to current learners only; not accepting new learners at this time
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St. Marys Museum
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St. Marys VIA Rail Station (includes St. Marys Station Gallery)
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Status
- Closed indefinitely
- VIA Rail trains continue to operate, though service may be reduced; visit VIA Rail's website regularly for the latest travel advisories: www.viarail.ca
Contact
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Town Hall
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Status
- Closed indefinitely
- Commissioner of Oaths available by appointment only
Contact
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Municipal Operations Centre
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Contact
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Finance Department
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Status
- In-person service unavailable, but accepting payments through online banking or mail: Town of St. Marys, 175 Queen Street East, St. Marys, ON N4X 1B6
- No new marriage licenses will be issued
Contact
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Public Works Department (includes Cemetery, Engineering, Roads, Water and Wastewater Services, Parks, Forestry and Trails)
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Status
- In-person service unavailable
Contact
- During regular hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.): 519-284-2340, ext. 213 or publicworks@town.stmarys.on.ca
- After hours emergency response (roads): 1-866-750-8220
- After hours emergency response (water and wastewater): 1-888-339-9047
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Building Department (includes Property Standards and Animal Control)
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Status
- In-person service unavailable, but accepting electronic building permit submissions
- Building inspections available, unless the building is currently occupied
- Property standards inspections unavailable, except if related to a life safety concern
- Animal licenses unavailable
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Planning Services
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Status
- In-person service unavailable
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Clerks Department (includes By-laws, Licensing and Council and Committee Services)
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Status
- In-person service unavailable
Contact
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Human Resources Department
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Status
- In-person service unavailable
- Conducting interviews by phone and/or through online services
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What you can do
Stay informed
We encourage you to protect yourself and others from COVID-19 by following credible sources.
For the most up-to-date guidelines and reliable recommendations for prevention, visit:
Stay in touch
We will be providing regular updates about closures, cancellations and other changes to Town operations through this page and our Facebook and Twitter accounts as this situation progresses.
If you would like to get a notification when new information is added to this page, click on the "Receive email updates" link at the bottom of this page.
If you have questions regarding municipal facilities, programs or bookings, please call 519-284-2340 or communications@town.stmarys.on.ca.
