Schools Move to Virtual Learning After Record-Breaking COVID-19 Numbers

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has declared that all elementary and secondary schools will move to an online format after the April break indefinitely after record-breaking COVID-19 cases and ICU numbers on Monday.

The announcement was made as a preventative measure according to Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education.

“Today’s announcement is about prevention and sadly necessary precaution as we tackle the third wave of COVID-19,” he said.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford received his COVID-19 vaccine on Friday. Screenshot.

Students with special education needs who are unable to learn virtually will have continued in-person learning.

Child care services for non-school-aged children will remain open and all school activities and activities will be closed accord to Ford.

Free emergency child care will be provided for school-aged children of healthcare and frontline workers. The Government of Ontario is working on a child care plan for parents who cannot work remotely.

Ford encourages that anyone who is eligible to get the vaccine to book an appointment as soon as possible.

Any eligible person who wants to book a vaccine appointment can visit the Government of Ontario website or call 1-888-999-6488.

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