January 14, 2021
Dear Residents
As announced on January 12, 2021, the province of Ontario has implemented additional measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Effective January 12, 2021 a State of Emergency has been declared for the province and a Stay at Home Order has been issued effective January 14, 2021 until at least February 11, 2021.
As outlined in our December 22, 2020 Resident Notice, only essential and emergency maintenance activities will be permitted in residents’ suites until futher notice. Only permitted essential construction activities will continue in common areas and/or exterior areas of the building. Also, effective immediately and until further notice, all outdoor rooftop amenity areas at applicable buildings will be closed in accordance with the state of emergency.
If you are isolating or unwell you should not permit non-household members to enter your unit.
Our staff members will continue to follow stringent health and safety protocols, including the use of specific personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with our COVID-19 Safety Plan. The enhanced cleaning routines that have been in place throughout the pandemic remain in effect. All contract service providers are also required to follow our COVID-19 Safety Plan and are screened before beginning any work at the building.
As a reminder, you must wear a mask or face-covering in all common areas of the building at all times, except where you are entitled to an exemption. Please refer to the notices posted in your building as these reflect the applicable by-laws or regulations.
We recognize this may be a difficult time for many residents and we encourage you to reach out for support if you need it. For help getting connected to community, social, health-related and government services in your local area, contact 211 by phone or online. The 211 phone line is free and is answered 24 hours a day all year round.
If you have questions about the measures undertaken in your building, please email us at questions@homestead.ca or speak to your building manager.
Please remain vigilant to protect yourself and your neighbours and be COVID WISE:
Wear a face covering or mask
Isolate when you are feeling unwell
Stay 2 meters apart
Exercise frequent hand-washing
Sincerely, Homestead Land Holdings Limited