Yh »i lights July 2021 COVID-19 VACCINE PROGRAM #RollUpYourSleevesHalton Halton continues to get more residents fully vaccinated against COVID-19 Halton continues to offer accelerated second dose appointments to more residents as quickly as possible based on our expected vaccine supply. It remains critically important for all eligible residents who have not received a first dose to get one as soon as possible. The first vaccine available is the best one for you, and two doses will help gain full protection from COVID-19 and better protection against variants of concern (VOCs). There are many ways to get your COVID-19 vaccine, including eight Halton Vaccination Clinics, almost 100 pharmacies and select Primary Care Offices. Continue to #RollUpYourSleevesHalton and practice public health measures to protect yourself and others this summer so we can get closer to returning to normal! To learn more about Halton’s vaccination program and how to book, view/confirm, reschedule or cancel an appointment, visit halton.ca/COVIDvaccines. Supporting local businesses as Halton and Ontario reopens During the COVID-19 pandemic, our team at Halton’s Small Business Centre has continued to provide resources, webinars and one-on-one consultations to help businesses navigate reopening and adjust to the new normal. | encourage owners and operators to reach out to our excellent team who are here to help every step of the way. Our continued progress in the Province’s Roadmap to Reopen could not have been achieved without the commitment of each and every Halton resident and business. Thank you to all of you for making this great progress, for supporting local and to our businesses for all the work you do to keep your staff and patrons safe. For resources for businesses during COVID-19 and to connect with a consultant, visit halton.ca. We all have a role in stopping the spread of COVID-19. Gary Carr, Regional Chair Enjoy a safe and healthy summer in Halton region While enjoying spending time outdoors and exploring our community this summer, remember to take steps to help keep yourself and your family safe and healthy. Halton Region offers some great resources and services to help protect our community such as monitoring beach water quality, keeping residents informed of heat and air quality events, offering tips for preventing illness and more. When planning to spend time outside, remember to: S&S —= check if the water is safe before swimming at public beaches; keep up to date on heat and air quality by signing up for alerts; protect yourself from ticks and mosquito bites; and &® observe wildlife from a distance. For more tips on keeping you and your family safe and healthy this summer, visit halton.ca. Have a safe and wonderful summer! Meetings at Halton Region Regional Council meetings are taking place through web conferencing until further notice. Videos will be posted to halton.ca. Visit halton.ca for the full schedule. papel 070121 eordyouy Woz ‘t Ainr ‘Aepsinyy | Site UOHEH- ll @UL | LL