NOTE: Because the COVID-19 situation is
dynamic, with new governmental measures each day, employers should
consult with counsel for the latest developments and updated
guidance on this topic.
On March 23, 2020, the Government of Ontario issued a News Release announcing that:
- It will order the mandatory closure
of all non-essential workplaces effective as of March 24, 2020 at
11:59 p.m.;
- Essential services may continue their
operations to maintain supply chains and ensure the people of
Ontario have access to necessities, including groceries, medicines
and other essential products; and
- This closure will be in effect for 14
days with the possibility of extending it as the situation
evolves.
