Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

Despite today's report, the medical officer of health for the region says local COVID-19 infections are on an 'upward trajectory'

The province has now processed more than 3-million COVID-19 tests since January

Centennial Aquatic Centre will reopen Sept. 8, but swimmers must pre-book a spot online before heading to the pool

The incidence of cases in youth in the region doubled last month compared to July

Today's new cases include a Barrie boy under 18. The health unit has confirmed seven cases of COVID in Barrie children under 18 since Aug. 25

There are currently 1,240 active, lab-confirmed cases of the coronavirus in the province

A lease agreement between the hospital and the legion has been extended to the end of September

Unions allege the province's school reopening plan does not take 'every reasonable precaution' to protect workers from COVID-19

Three of the cases are Barrie residents

The province also confirmed a new COVID-related death