Ontario moves to next phase of reopening on February 17

The provincial government has announced the gradual easing of public health measures, including capacity and social gathering limits as of Thursday February 17, at 12:01 a.m.

The following generally applies to motor vehicle dealers:

• Capacity is now limited to the number of people that can maintain two meters of physical distance.
• All individuals must wear masks or face coverings that cover a person’s mouth, nose and chin at all times indoors and during test drives.
• All employees and members of the public participating in test drives must be actively screened by the dealership in accordance with the advice, recommendations, and instructions of the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health. Contact tracing is no longer required.
• High-touch surfaces, including tables, countertops, door handles and communal areas like washrooms or change rooms must be cleaned and disinfected.

Please direct questions to [email protected] or the Ministry of Government and Consumer Services’ Stop the Spread Business Information Line at 1-888-444-3659.