To get the latest information about if/where you should be tested for COVID-19, visit www.ontario.ca/covidtest
Visit this ontario.ca web link, for the most current details on:
- restrictions to business and public spaces
- places and activities not yet safe to open
- gathering limits
Facility and program updates
Masks or face coverings are required in all indoor premises of businesses, organizations and on public transit systems in Simcoe Muskoka. Read the FAQs about face coverings, on myhuntsville.ca.
As recommendations, directions and guidelines provided to us by the Government of Ontario, please refer to this page frequently for up-to-date local information:
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Buildings
Town hall - open
Where possible, please contact us using one of these methods:
Muskoka Heritage Place - by appointment
Where possible, please contact us using one of these methods:
Canada Summit Centre - by appointment
Visit recreation and programs for re-opening information:
- Centennial Pool is open for pre-registered swimming programs
- Walking Track is open for pre-booked walking sessions
Where possible, please contact us using one of these methods:
Active Living Centre - by phone and email
Please contact us:
Algonquin Theatre - by phone and email
Where possible, please contact the Box Office using one of these methods:
There are Art Shows in Partners Hall during business hours. Check out the displays on the Arts page of the theatre website.
Huntsville Fire Hall and Port Sydney Fire Hall - by phone and email
Emergency services are still available. In case of an emergency, dial 9-1-1
Please contact us:
Huntsville Public Library
Services available online and in person by zero-contact method called Library-to-Go on the huntsvillelibrary.ca website.
Madill Public Works Yard - by phone and email
Please contact us:
Amenities
Residents are asked to obey all posted signage in all locations, practice 2m physical distance, and use caution when accessing:
- Beaches - open
- Boat launches and locks - closed for season - view locks hours of operation
- Cemeteries - open
- Parks and trails - open - equipment is not being sanitized
- Playground structures, benches, waste receptacles and park gates - open - equipment is not being sanitized. If the play area is busy, please seek an alternate play structure or return at a later time.
- Public washrooms downtown - open
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| Programs and events |
- Aquatic programs - visit Recreation and Programs page for re-opening details
- Recreation and youth programs, and events - Town recreation programs and events are not available. Visit the Recreation and Programs page for updates as they become available
- Special Events - there are no events at this time. The status of special events will continue to be monitored from a health perspective and plans to postpone, cancel or apply mitigation strategies will be communicated to event organizers
Other
- Farmers markets – permitted, while following guidelines set by health officials
- Garage/Yard Sales - permitted, while following guidelines set by health officials. Here are some tips from the local health unit about handling and exchanging second-hand goods
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| Stage 3, provincial re-opening |
Stage 3 updates
Visit this ontario.ca web link, for the most current details on
- restrictions to business and public spaces
- places and activities not yet safe to open
- gathering limits
Reminders
Please continue, to:
- Maintain physical distancing of 2 metres from anyone not in your household
- Indoor gathering limits are reflective of the current order (see September 19th update on the Government of Ontario newsroom article). Gathering limits with those not in your household still require 2m physical distance. Social circles continue to be kept to maximum of 10 people - learn more on social circles
- Wash hands and high touch areas frequently
- Face masks or coverings are required in all public indoor spaces within Simcoe-Muskoka. For more info see SMDHU website.
- Cough or sneeze into a tissue or sleeve
- Monitor your health for symptoms and stay home if you feel ill
The Town will continue to evaluate impact on service and facilities during stage 3 implementation.
Provincial resource links
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Community supports
| Community concern or violation reporting |
COVID-19 concerns
- To report a concern or violation related to COVID-19, contact 1-888-310-1122
- Suspected price gouging of essential goods, contact Ontario Consumer Protection Hotline 1-800-889-9768
Outdoor burning
To report outdoor burning:
- Emergencies 9-1-1 which include out-of-control burning
- After hours reporting, contact by-law at 705-789-6421 ext. 3039 or 3041
- Reporting during a ban, contact the Town of Huntsville By-law department
For current rating and information, visit our outdoor burning page.
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| Community support |
Need family support?
COVIDwithKids provides a toolkit for coping with kids at home during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Need food and support?
The District of Muskoka is maintaining an ongoing list of community food and delivery programs available to area residents. Please select the "Town of Huntsville" menu item.
Want to help within the community?
Reconnect with Arts, Culture and Tourism
Ontario has created the new virtual hub Ontario Live to promote and support the Province's tourism and cultural industries.
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Public health and awareness
To get the latest information about if/where you should be tested for COVID-19, visit www.ontario.ca/covidtest
| COVID-19 Testing and Assessment Centre in Huntsville |
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If you are showing any symptoms of COVID-19, you must go to an Assessment Centre instead of a pharmacy for testing. To get the latest information about if/where you should be tested, visit www.ontario.ca/covidtest
The District’s Muskoka Paramedic Services, Huntsville physicians and the Town of Huntsville have united together to offer a Huntsville COVID-19 Assessment Centre location for the public.
- To book:
- Location: Active Living Centre at 20 Park Drive (back of the Canada Summit Centre)
- Regular Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9:00am - 1:00pm (to be seen by a doctor please come 9:00am until noon).
- Bring: face mask, health card, and name of your doctor or nurse practitioner
- Notes and reminders:
- there are no inside washroom facilities for public use
- please do not bring other friends or family members, unless they are being tested or you need assistance
- keep a 2m distance from others
Further information
- For further information regarding the Huntsville Covid-19 Assessment Centre please call 1-888-383-7009 and select option 2 for Huntsville. This is not a phone line to book appointments or request test results.
- For recommended best practices on COVID-19 visit the Simcoe-Muskoka Public Health Unit’s web page at simcoemuskokahealth.org.
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| COVID-19 MAHC Assessment Centre in Bracebridge |
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If you are showing any symptoms of COVID-19, you must go to an Assessment Centre instead of a pharmacy for testing. To get the latest information about if/where you should be tested, visit www.ontario.ca/covidtest
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| COVID-19 Testing at Ontario Pharmacies |
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If you are showing any symptoms of COVID-19, you must go to an Assessment Centre instead of a pharmacy for testing. To get the latest information about if/where you should be tested, visit www.ontario.ca/covidtest
Testing at select Ontario pharmacies:
- By appointment only
- For individuals not displaying symptoms of COVID-19 but meet the criteria outlined on Ontario.ca/covidtest
- Visit Ontario.ca/covidtest to find the closest participating pharmacy and to arrange an appointment
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Mayoral, media and news updates
| Mayoral updates |
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Mayor Karin Terziano issues updates during COVID-19:
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| Town news |
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Visit huntsville.ca/news for:
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Ontario Supports Main Street Businesses issued October 8, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Huntsville's Assessment Centre To Book Same-Day Appointments issued October 6, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Huntsville's Assessment Centre transitions to by-appointment only testing issued October 4, 2020
- Joint Media Release: Muskoka COVID-19 Testing Locations Follow Changes to Testing Eligibility issued September 30, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Testing and Assessment Centre to open in Huntsville issued September 16, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Town Pool and Ice Rink Preparing to Re-Open issued September 11, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: New Drive-Through Testing Date issued September 11, 2020.
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Huntsville to Receive Safe Restart Assistance issued August 14, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Stage 3 Re-openings issued July 17, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Huntsville joins Digital Mainstreet’s ShopHERE Program to Support Local Businesses issued July 14, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Face Coverings Required on Huntsville Transit issued July 10, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Modified Service and Lifted Restrictions issued June 25, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Town Hall Building to Re-open to Public issued June 24, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Canada Day Celebrations issued June 23, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Main St. Sidewalk Signage issued June 16, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Short Term Rental Accommodations issued June 5, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Brunel Locks to Open issued June 3, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Town of Huntsville working with Community Partners to provide Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Local Businesses issued May 29, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Re-Opening of Select Outdoor Recreational Amenities issued May 21, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Local Businesses issued May 20, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: May Long Weekend issued May 14, 2020 (included is joint message from Muskoka Mayors and District Chair to all residents)
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update recreation programs and activities issued May 6, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update for Town of Huntsville issued April 29, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Building Site Inspections issued April 21, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Short-Term Accommodation Rentals issued April 15, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Town to Provide Support to Table Food Bank and Salvation Army issued April 9, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Level of Service issued April 7, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Reminder of Recreational and Outdoor Amenity Closures issued April 2, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Extended Town Closures and Cancellations issued March 31, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Property Tax Payments issued March 27, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Huntsville Transit issued March 24, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Huntsville Business Community issued March 22, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Parks and Open Spaces Safety Warning issued March 20, 2020
- Media Release: COVID-19 Update: Town Hall Facility to Close to Public Until April 6, 2020 issued March 17, 2020
- Media Release: Town to Close Majority of Municipal Facilities until April 5 as a Result of COVID-19 issued March 15, 2020
- Media Release: Town Postpones Programs and Events as a Precaution During Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) - issued March 13, 2020
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| Health unit news |
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| Media inquiries |
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Denise Corry, CAO
Town of Huntsville
705-789-1751
denise.corry@huntsville.ca
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