August 29, 2024 - Masks will no longer be required in our inpatient areas but are strongly recommended in the Emergency Department (ED), Urgent Care Centre (UCC) and Children’s Outpatient Centre (COPC). where patients with undifferentiated respiratory symptoms remains high.
Additionally, please note that:
- All individuals will be supported in their decision to wear a mask in areas where masking is not required.
- Everyone will have have access to masks upon entry to the hospital and in all clinical areas.
- Staff will wear a mask when caring for patients who are wearing a mask in areas where masking is not required.
- Caregivers or visitors with infectious symptoms must postpone their visit until their symptoms have improved. If it is necessary for the caregiver (e.g. parent of a child, family of end-of-life patient or caregiver of a patient with dementia) to be present, then the caregiver is required to mask and remain masked upon entry to the hospital site.
- Infection Prevention and Control Tips for Patients, Caregivers and Visitors
