If you need help NOW - don't wait.

Dial 211 to get information on services available right here in CKont 

Call 211 to learn about utility assistance programs, eligibility requirements, how to apply and other supports that might be able to help you through hard times.

This week the Ontario government announced more support for those struggling to pay their energy bills in the coming months as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. More money is being provided for the COVID-19 Energy Assistance Program (CEAP). See news release for more details.

If you work with children, consider getting tested for COVID-19. Visit your nearest assessment centre or contact your primary care provider or Telehealth Ontario at 1-866-797-0000 for information.

Are you between 15 and 30 years of age? St. Andrew's Residence is hiring Summer student positions. Visit their website for more information.

Good news! In accordance with Ministry of Health guidelines the visitor restrictions have relaxed for Chatham-Kent Hospice and residents can now have 2 dedicated visitors. For full details on the new visitor guidelines please read their latest update-https://www.chathamkenthospice.com/covid-19-update-june-8-2020.

Jump up and get your 2020 municipal dog tag by June 30th to avoid a late fee. 

Purchase your tags by calling 519-360-1998 using credit card or go to PAWR’s website (https://pawr.org/shop/) to purchase online using PayPal.

Cycling Season has begun! June 1st-30th is Bike Month!

Register at activeswitch.ca/community and log your cycling trips for a chance to win a $500 Gift Card!

Visit bikemonthontario.ca for more information

Virtual On-line Event!

Oakville Festival of Film and Arts in partnership with Halton Environmental Network presents a film compilation with a focus on environmental issues:

Watered be Dammed - World premier! Traces the Satluj river in Punjab, India to uncover the story of challenges, hopes and aspirations of water's will to survive.

Sockeye Salmon, Red Fish which follows the life of a sockeye salmon and its relationship to human beings.

Environmental Shorts, two local shorts from Halton! 2 shorts one from Alberta and one from Belgium all with a focus on environmental issues.

Learned more and join the Q & A with the filmmakers

https://watch.eventive.org/offaonline2020/play/5eb9e13678478e0fa54b8c72/5eb897f46739e20073060374

Chatham-Kent Trails is having a cycling promotion. Send a photo of yourself cycling along one of their trails and be entered to win a prize pack. Draws will be weekly and 3 Winners will be featured on their social media platforms.

Make sure to check out COVID-19 safety precautions before heading out: https://ckphu.com/2020/06/beaches-in-chatham-kent/

Are you a business owner in CK? Do you have questions after the provincial announcements?

Call the Ontario Stop The Spread business information line at 1.888.444.3659.

If you need information about how to put public health measures in place for your business call 519.355.1071 X 1900.

For more information about workplaces please visit https://ckphu.com/information-for-workplaces/