Our values, vision, and mission together with your well-being and the well-being of people who use our services continue to be our top priority during the current pandemic.
This week, look for the following updates:
COVID-19 VACCINE WEBINAR
We have scheduled a webinar for September 30th. We are fortunate to have an Infectious Diseases Doctor joining us to further discuss current guidelines and share information about the Bivalent COVID-19 Vaccine. To register for the webinar follow this link.
To view previously recorded webinars, please click here.
If you are looking for additional webinars with a variety of experts from across Canada, consider the resources available at This is Our Shot and ScienceUpFirst. Additionally, the University of Toronto has provided this resource which they will continue to keep up to date.
COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist
- The COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist has been updated for the week of September 29th – October 6th, 2022.
- The Hand Sanitizer Recall List (on the U:\\ drive) was updated March 2022. Please confirm the removal of recalled sanitizers from all locations
- Additional information on arranging pick up and drop off of biohazard bins in Ontario has been added.
Flowcharts for guidance on COVID-19 exposure for employees.
- Update to isolation guidance for Saskatchewan.
- There is no longer a minimum isolation requirement in Saskatchewan. Employees can return to work once they are experiencing an improvement in their symptoms for 24hrs. Employees will need to wear a mask for the 10 days following their symptom onset or positive test result.
COVID-19 Exposure Attendance and Testing Guide
- Update to isolation guidance for Saskatchewan.
- There is no longer a minimum isolation requirement in Saskatchewan. Employees can return to work once they are experiencing an improvement in their symptoms for 24hrs. Employees will need to wear a mask for the 10 days following their symptom onset or positive test result.
COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters (Bivalent)
On September 12th in Ontario, and Saskatchewan, access to the Bivalent COVID-19 Vaccine became available for high risk populations including people who use our services. The vaccine is accessible at family doctors offices and in pharmacies. It is strongly encouraged that everyone residing and working in high risk settings receive the COVID-19 vaccine booster when they are eligible in order to reduce negative outcomes from infection and help reduce the spread of the virus in our communities.
Thank you for your continued work and dedication, your commitment and tenacity to provide the best service and supports is exceptional!
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Questions or suggestions about any of the resources listed on the site?
Send us an email to let us know: covid-19@christian-horizons.org