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Workplace screening mandatory as region looks to slow spread of COVID-19
All workplaces in Waterloo Region are required to carry out screening of employees as public health officials look…
COVID-19 numbers remain lower than provincial averages, but health officials brace for spike
The number of new cases of COVID-19 in Waterloo Region remain below provincial averages, but health officials remain…
Region compels self-isolation measures as it steps up attempts to stem COVID-19
Concerned about the impact of a second wave of COVID-19, Waterloo Region health officials have enacted provincial legislation…
Region sees higher testing numbers amid slowing of COVID-19 cases
After a dramatic doubling of cases the previous week, the Region of Waterloo saw the number of active…
OMA calls on province to boost testing, reduce public’s wait times
The COVID-19 pandemic has now entered the second wave. Last weekend alone, Ontario saw the highest daily increase…
Province alters testing protocols as COVID-19 cases spike in next wave
As Ontarians prepare for a second wave of COVID-19, the province has altered its testing protocols. The system…
Region already bracing for second wave
The number of active COVID-19 cases having doubled, Waterloo Region has entered into a second wave of the…
Region sees spike in COVID-19 cases, reflecting provincial, national trend
Waterloo Region in the past week saw daily COVID-19 increases in the double digits for the first time…
Coronavirus levels remain stable in region as school delays push back possible spike
The countdown to an expected spike in COVID-19 cases was expected to begin Tuesday, but delays in starting…
Region saw just 17 new cases of COVID-19 in August
August saw the fewest new cases of COVID-19 for any month since the pandemic hit Waterloo Region in…