The provincial announcement today includes pretty significant updates in this news release.
Key highlights:
- Effective December 20, 2021, requiring proof of vaccination for youth aged 12 to 17 years participating in organized sports at recreational facilities.
- Effective January 4, 2022, requiring the use of the enhanced vaccine certificate with QR code and the Verify Ontario app in settings where proof of vaccination is required.
- Delaying the lifting of proof of vaccination requirements beyond January 17, 2022
- Employers in all industries should make every effort to allow employees to work from home.
In addition, starting on Monday, December 13, 2021 at 8 a.m., individuals aged 50 and over will be eligible to schedule their booster dose appointment.