OTTAWA, STAGE 3, & YOU: a thread

Tomorrow, Ottawa begins Stage 3. While this is certainly cause for celebration, it brings with it a heightened need to be mindful of our actions. COVID-19 is still here, and we must continue working to reduce transmission in our community (1/6)

As we've seen happen elsewhere, ignoring the need to be vigilant can quickly lead to a resurgence of cases. Before choosing to take part in activities, ask yourself "What is my level of risk with this activity? Can I do this safely? Is there a safer alternative?" (2/6)

We must all be mindful of levels of risk when out in the community. Going to the gym? Wear a mask & only take it off for strenuous activity. Burpees = no mask. Taking selfies for Insta = mask. Capiche? Sitting in a pub? If you're not eating or drinking, wear a mask and (3/6)

distance yourself from anyone outside your social circle. These are the types of things we can all do to remain #COVIDwise & help reduce the chances of a resurgence of cases. We'll continue to closely monitor the data & take steps to keep our community as safe as possible. (4/6)

We are in this together, Ottawa. We made it to Stage 3 together & we'll navigate Stage 3 together. This has been a long and often bumpy road, but we're going to figure this out and learn to keep each other safe. This community is strong. Much stronger than COVID-19. (5/6)

If we all stay strong & keep doing our part, we can limit (or avoid) a resurgence of COVID-19 cases in Ottawa. Though, if a resurgence occurs, could we please avoid the whole "buy all the toilet paper at once" thing this time? That'd be swell. (6/6)

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