The Ontario government making a number of announcements this afternoon as COVID-19 cases continue to rise.
Niagara will remain in the Red-Control zone of the reopening framework, while Hamilton gets moved back to the strictest level of Grey-Lockdown effective Monday.
Niagara reported 61 new cases of COVID today, while Hamilton reported over 100 new infections.
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However, the government has made changes once again for communities in the Grey level.
As of April 12th, personal care services across the province, including hair and nail salons, will be allowed to open up shop in regions in the grey lockdown level.
The services, including but not limited to barber shops, hair and nail salons, and body art establishments, will be allowed to open with capacity limits by appointment only.
The government also announced that outdoor fitness classes and personal training for team and individual sports will be permitted in grey lockdown regions as of Monday.
Up to 10 people are allowed to participate in these outdoor fitness activities that also must follow public health recommendations.
In addition, on Monday marinas and boating clubs can resume operations of clubhouses or any restaurant, bar and other food or drink establishment for outdoor dining.