COVID-19 while encouraging members of their congregations to get their shots.The province’s vaccine certificate system — which kicked in last month and requires proof of a shot to access certain venues – does not cover places of worship.In London, Ont., the Diocese of Huron decided to mandate COVID-19 vaccination for anyone working at its churches.
The policy applies to priests, pastors and volunteers, as well as those who greet people at church doors and help with readings.
Some Ontario health units tighten COVID-19 immunization rules for indoor youth sports At St. Aidan’s Anglican Church, which is part of the diocese, the mandate applies to about 100 of the congregation’s 120 members, said Canon Kevin George.The vaccine mandate does not.