Ontario government must ‘immediately’ reopen outdoor spaces: Canadian Paediatric Society The province imposed a stay-at-home order last month that closed thousands of business and outdoor recreational facilities, except playgrounds.The science table criticized the restriction of outdoor activities, saying they will not control COVID-19 and disproportionately harm children and those who don’t have access to their own green space.Health Minister Christine Elliott said Monday that the province was considering extending the stay-at-home order, which would mean the outdoor facilities would likely remain closed.The province’s top doctor said he would like to see “well below 1,000” daily cases before Ontario lifts the stay-at-home order.