COVID-19: WHAT STAGE ARE WE AT?

Dayna, North End Resident and Reader

“I look forward to the always-prompt delivery of the next edition to my mailbox, and to receiving the email alerting me to its availability! I so appreciate that there remains a local community paper at a time when so many others have ceased publication. It’s been a great introduction to the North End!”

Kristina Santone

“Being a part of the North End Breezes board for the past two years has been a privilege. The team does amazing work within the community and serves as a resource hub for all. They are committed, and most importantly, passionate about preserving the North End’s legacy, while also continuing to foster its growth. Whether you are new to the area, or a longtime resident, I encourage you to volunteer with the Breezes in some capacity if you’re able. This team is small but mighty and they are always looking for more support. I’m grateful for the relationships and community I’ve been able to build while serving on the board.

I’ll be joining Welcome Inn as the Executive Director and look forward to taking on a new role in the North End Community while staying connected to The Breezes. “

Submitted by Kit Darling

As I write this, Hamilton has been given the green light to move to Stage 2 of re-opening after weeks of growing hair and growing tired of seeing the same old things on TV. Now, we can make an appointment to get a haircut, eat a meal or have a drink on a patio, go to the mall, tour and taste at a winery, brewery or distillery. Some outdoor pools and splash pads are helping to cut the heat but playground structures are still off limits. Some libraries will be able to provide pick-up service for items that you have on hold. Provincial parks will reopen for camping and we can go to the beach.

If all goes well and we still pay attention keeping a safe distance, wearing masks if we cannot maintain that distance and washing our hands often and well, we may be in Stage 3 by the time The Breezes goes to print.

In Stage 3, the Ontario government will look at opening

remaining workplaces and services while emphasizing working remotely where possible
dining in for restaurants
more personal and personal care services
all indoor and outdoor recreation facilities including playgrounds
performing arts and movie theatres with reduced capacity
casinos, charitable gaming halls, horse racing
gyms, indoor sports facilities and fitness facilities
amusement parks and waterparks
training for indoor and contact sports

All of the above will still have some restrictions and public health measures in place. For information see: https://www.ontario.ca/page/framework-reopening-our-province-stage-2

Here is the contact info for government updates and for a few of our neighbourhood facilities. (Call or email to confirm whether they are open or not.)

Canadian Government https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/coronavirus-disease-covid-19.html

Ontario Government https://www.ontario.ca/page/reopening-ontario

City of Hamilton https://www.hamilton.ca/government-information/news-centre/news-releases/covid-19-update-updates-city-hamilton-28

And in our ‘hood:

Waterfront Food and Events: www.waterfront.com (905) 523-4498

Grandad’s Donuts: www.grandads.ca (289) 700-0905

Fisher’s Pier 4 Pub: www.fisherspier.com (905)526-9622

Our Corner Bar & Grill https://m.facebook.com/OurCornerBarAndGrill (905)523-0584

Harbour Diner https://www.facebook.com/TheHarbourDiner/ (905)523-7373

Hutch’s Harbour Front (905)546-5508

Collective Arts Brewing www.collectiveartsbrewing.com (289)426-2374