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Stage 3 Ontario: Peterborough ‘ready’ for mask-wearing order, medical officer of health says

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Coronavirus — Mandatory face mask policy for Peterborough area to begin Aug. 1 In Wednesday’s media briefing, she answered a number of inquiries about the masking policy.

She said based on feedback and input from municipal leaders, businesses and residents, the region is ready to accept masks for many indoor settings amid the coronavirus pandemic.“I believe we are ready,” she said.She noted that the policy is for commercial establishments and that places such as schools, places of worship, art galleries and libraries fall outside the directive.“We are strongly recommending that these measures be adopted,” she said.The most common inquiries the health unit has received include:Salvaterra explained the policy is “before or by” Aug.

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