Mississauga announces multiple facility closures in wake of coronavirus spread
Published March 13, 2020 at 8:10 pm
The City of Mississauga says it will be closing a number of facilities temporarily in the wake of the coronavirus spread.
The city said it’s come to the decision with guidance from Peel Public Health and “in an abundance of caution for both residents and staff.”
The city says it will be closing all recreation, library, and cultural facilities starting Saturday, March 14 through to April 5 to the public. The Living Arts Centre, Meadowvale Theatre, Paramount Fine Foods Centre and the Mississauga Seniors’ Centre will also be closed and events at these facilities will be cancelled.
City Hall and the Provincial Offences Court will remain open, and MiWay will continue to provide regular service.
Mississauga says all city-run programs and activities will be cancelled from March 14 to April 5, including March break programs and activities. Residents will receive full refunds without any administration charge.
The city says the majority of Mississauga sports teams and leagues have suspended all activities and residents are advised to contact their organizations directly if they’re unsure of what’s been cancelled.
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The city says there are no council or committee meetings scheduled next week due to March Break.
“Given the rise of cases of COVID-19 here at home and around the world, we are taking pro-active measures as a city to ensure the health and safety of our residents. Closing all city recreation, library and culture facilities to the public for three weeks is the right decision and is aligned with measures being taken in public schools and in other jurisdictions,” said Mayor Bonnie Crombie in a statement.
“I understand the impact the cancellation of March Break programs will have on families. We will continue to provide updates to residents as they become available. We ask for your patience and understanding. I’d like to thank city leadership, council, Peel Public Health, our first responders and health care providers for their leadership during this trying time. Together, we will rise to the challenge as a city, a province and a nation to overcome this.”
The city says its Emergency Operations Centre has been activated and staff are monitoring the COVID-19 situation. The city also says there is increased cleaning and disinfecting of common contact points in Mississauga facilities and transit buses.
The city also says it’s wiping down counters, washrooms, door handles, elevator buttons, automatic door operator plates, toilet flush handles, faucets, etc. at city facilities.
Peel Public Health is reminding residents to stay home if they are sick, avoid close contact with people who are sick, cover coughs and sneezes with a sleeve, wash hands with soap and water or with alcohol-based hand rub, and to avoid touching their eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
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