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Communities in Eastern Ontario including the City of Ottawa have combined to enforce a mandatory mask-wearing policy for the entire region. In a press conference on July 6, four medical officers of health joined to deliver the same message: face coverings must be worn in every indoor, publicly-accessible place. There is no end date to the directive but the earliest it would be considered by any of the medical officers of health was the end of September.

Businesses in Eastern Ontario have asked health units to mandate the wearing of face coverings and health units have agreed.

"Now is the time to add something more," said Stewart, "to facilitate businesses being able to cope."

Dr. Paula Stewart, Medical Officer of Health for the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit noted that their region had "many outbreaks and deaths" in the first three months, and what while things are better now, the case of the nail salon case in Kingston was reason enough to ramp up the directives. Stewart noted that businesses were asking the health units to make it

mandatory for people to wear face coverings so that every business would be in the same boat.

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Dr. Paul Roumeliotis, Medical Officer of Health for the Eastern Ontario Health Unit said that while the region has no or very limited cases, "there are hundreds of thousands of cases worldwide" and that as the region has tourists travelling in and out of the area, this is the

only way to prevent a second wave of COVID-19.

Dr. Robert Cushman is the Acting Medical Officer of Health for the Renfrew County and District Health Unit. He mentioned that masks have a multiplier effect for other measures and that if our

economy wants to be able to enter phase three of the re-opening, this was necessary. "It's a personal inconvenience," said Cushman who went on to say that the group was very concerned about a second wave of COVID-19 in the winter. "It can pop up anywhere."

"There are people who are not abiding by the "stay home when you're ill" direction," she explained.

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Dr. Vera Etches is the Medical Officer of Health for Ottawa Public Health. She said that the mandatory face covering will help in her region with people travelling by ground and air. While she also admitted that new cases are decreasing, the risk of a "rapid rise" is ever-present. She also received many requests from the Ottawa business community and Ottawa Board of Trade to make face coverings mandatory for entry into businesses. Etches said it will also help when infected people choose not to self-isolate.

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Exceptions: children under age two or children under age five who do not want to wear a mask; individuals with breathing conditions or cognitive difficulties; individuals accommodated under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act or Ontario Human Rights Code. Proof of a permitted exemption is not required.

1) Every operator of an "enclosed public space" shall adopt a policy to ensure that no member of the public can enter or remain in the enclosed public space unless wearing a mask that covers nose, mouth and chin.

The Rules

A "mask" can also mean any kind of face-covering such as a scarf or bandana. It does not, however, allow for a face shield.

An "enclosed public space" is an indoor public space accessed by the public. This is in any private or public business or organization and includes restrooms, taxis, churches, cafes and municipal public spaces. An

"enclosed public space" does not mean school, child care centre or day camp or office not open to the public.

Definitions

The following is an overview of the requirements of businesses and organizations as per the mandatory face-covering order.

General Idea

Two of the health units had policies available online - one by Ottawa Public Health and one by the Eastern Ontario Health Unit (EOHU). They are very similar, but have some differences: the Ottawa policy required implementation by July 7, 2020 at 12:01am and the EOHU policy does not give a time when implementation is required. There is also different required language for both policies.

Dr. Robert Cushman (Renfrew County) confirmed that all four public health units will require businesses to have certain policies in place regarding signage and educating customers and that all individuals in Eastern Ontario will be required to follow the same rules. Unfortunately, the health units closed for the day shortly after the press conference so staff were not accessible for questions. (A call with Dr. Cushman was attempted, but due

to poor cellular service, was not able to be completed.)

Effective July 7, 2020 Business Compliance

While the City of Ottawa is moving ahead with a by-law, municipalities are not required to do so - the health units have been able to make this directive unilaterally through the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act.

In terms of enforcement, Dr. Roumeliotis noted that police, by-law enforcement officers and health unit inspectors would be able to enforce the directive. He notes that the decision to “go after” or fine someone will depend on each case. Fines range from $500 to $800.

Media in attendance were limited to one question, which included a question to Dr. Stewart about why a mandatory measure was necessary when the public had done such a good job at lowering the infection rates with voluntarily following the directions. Stewart responded that "there is a change now and it's time to prepare for additional exposures. It lets people get used to it over the summer and be ready in the fall."

According to the Government of Canada website on COVID-19, "a person wearing a non-medical mask or face covering can reduce the spread of his or her own infectious respiratory droplets."

"We are tracing people who know they are infected and they are still not staying home."

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The Ottawa health unit’s required language is as follows: “All persons entering or remaining in these premises must wear a mask that securely covers the nose, mouth, and chin as required by the Medical Officer of Health under the authority of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (EMCPA) Ontario Regulation 263/20.

Eastern Ontario

Toutes les personnes qui entrent ou restent dans ces locaux doivent porter un masque qui couvre solidement le nez, la bouche et le menton, comme

l'exige la Médecin chef en santé publique en vertu de la Loi sur la protection civile et la gestion des situations d'urgence(LPCGSU), Règlement de l'Ontario263/20"

Health Unit Language The EOHU required language is as follows: “All persons entering or remaining in these premises must wear a mask that securely covers the nose, mouth, and chin as required by the Directive issued under the province's Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act.”

9) Every operator of an "enclosed public space" must provide a copy of their policy to the public health inspector or any other authorized person.

6) Masks can be temporarily removed when receiving services, engaging in athletic, fitness or water-based activities, consuming food or drink. Ottawa allows for mask removal during an emergency or medical

purpose but EOHU does not. 8) Alcohol-based hand rub must be available at all entrances and exits of the establishment.

An employee or operator of an "enclosed public space" does not have to wear a face-covering if they work in a non-public area or if they can do their job behind a barrier (ie: plexiglass). 2) The policy should be enacted and enforced in good faith and primarily used to educate people. 3) All persons working in the business or organization are to be trained on the policy.

5) Persons who remove their mask for extended periods of time are to receive a verbal reminder to wear the mask as a result of the policy.

4) Employees must provide a verbal reminder to any customer entering the premises without a mask that they should be wearing a mask (EOHU only).

Ottawa Language

10) At every public entrance to the premises, "prominent and clearly visible signage" must be posted that contains the following messages:

Another media question asked about making complaints. Individuals can complain about a business that does not follow the directive, such as not having signage or employees not telling people to wear masks. However,

no one is permitted to make a complaint against an individual who does not follow the directive.

A common question was concerning the timeline of how long face-covering would be mandatory and enforced. There was no answer to that question, however, Dr. Roumeliotis said "until the end of September at least" and further suggested it could be until a vaccine is found or the pandemic has ended.

Timeline

Note: Policy Links

Complaints

Links to both policies are available on our website at www.ovbusiness.com though we recommend you check with your local health unit on what is required in your region.

Opposition Dr. Roumeliotis noted that there has been virtually no opposition to the mandatory face covering policy. He suggested that anyone who is voicing opinions against it is doing so on Facebook posts and is focussed on how it takes away from individual freedoms. Further, he says complaints are a minority and mostly from people who don't understand the situation. Dr. Etches agreed saying that the majority of people wanted public health to implement the mandatory policy.

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Petawawa is moving forward with its container market concept, adding some definitions to the zoning by-law that would allow for modified shipping containers, mobile refreshment vehicles and modular units to be part of the container market definition. A mobile refreshment unit would be any temporary or permanently-stationed motor vehicle, trailer or structure where food or refreshments can be cooked or offered for sale. A modular unit is any boxed-style structure that can be transported to different sites. In addition, a micro-brewery and micro-distillery are being added to the definitions. A zoning by-law amendment is also being presented to allow for a container market to be located at 11 Normal Street in Petawawa, a community ball diamond and recreation space located within a residential neighbourhood. The

container market is being pursued as there is "a need for low cost commercial retail space in the municipality," and there is "limited available leasable commercial retail space."

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Bancroft Earns Funding The Town of Bancroft has been selected for funding through the Ontario Ministry of Transportation's 2020-21 Connecting Links Program. The ministry's maximum provincial contribution is $2,186,279 towards the rehabilitation of Hastings Street North.

Wes' Chips Celebrates

Wes' Chips in Arnprior is celebrating its 60th year in business. The business was created in 1960 by Wes and Monique Dodds, making French fries in an old Ford truck. This truck was then parked in its current location. In 1992, the current owners, Andre Post and Karen Bretzlaff, took over and have continued the Wes'

tradition. A day for celebration will be planned for later in the season, with proceeds going to a local charity.

60 Years

Clock Museum OpensThe Canadian Clock Museum on James Street in Deep River reopened to the public on June 15. The current limit is 10 visitors inside at a time. Curator Allan Symons wears a face shield during his guided tours. COVID-19 details are available by telephone at 613-584-9687 or on the museum website at www.canclockmuseum.ca.Symons notes there have been many inquiries to the museum during its closure about inherited and found clocks and timepieces.

Local Business Wins AwardsHeliconia Press of Beachburg was recently awarded four Telly Awards (one gold, two silver and a bronze) for three of their adventure travel series. The Beachburg-based video production company has also expanded their existing

television distribution into an additional 80+ million homes in the United States and more than 90 countries, including Australia, New Zealand, China, Japan and India, thanks to two new partnerships with FOX Sports Network and National Geographic Channel-Asia.

Donation of Land to Lanark County

Lanark County has received a donation of 89.75 acres of land to be added to its community forest properties, thanks to the generosity of Janet Conboy. The property is wooded with an existing loop trail that abuts the county-owned section of the Tay-Havelock Trail in Tay Valley Township. Mrs. Conboy wished to donate the recreational land to be used as a public trail.

Deep River Marina OpenAs of June 27, the Dee[ River Marina has fuel available. The marina was upgrading their fuel system.

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6) This company's app is being investigated by Canadian privacy authorities after media reports suggested it may be collecting and using data on people. What company is it?

5) Air Canada is ending service at eight regional airports due to COVID-19. Which two Ontario airports are impacted?

4) These Canadian companies are joining an international boycott of Facebook over concerns it is complicit in promoting racism, violence and misinformation.

3) How many jobs did the US economy add in June? It’s a record number.

2) As Ontario prepares to give municipalities veto power on new water bottling permits, this company is selling its Pure Life bottled water brand. What is the name of the company?

1) In lieu of a national pipeline, Irving Oil in New Brunswick is getting a shipment of crude oil through the Panama Canal. How long is the journey?

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Local People RecognizedOn Canada Day, Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, issued 123 medals for Canadians who have been recognized for their excellence, courage or exceptional dedication to service. Pembroke's Romeo Levasseur was awarded the Sovereign's Medal for Volunteers for his work in supporting youth as well as veterans. Levasseur has been connected to the Royal Canadian Legion for 45 years. In addition, Harry Ing of Deep River was recognized with the Meritorious Service Cross. Ing is the founder of Bubble Technology Industries in Chalk River, a nuclear radiation detection company. All 123 recipients will be invited to attend their award ceremonies at a later date.

OPP Reminds Communities of Scam

The OPP is reminding communities to be cautious regarding phone calls from people you do not know as well as from police or government. A new scam has been circulating where the caller indicates they are from Service Canada and are advising you there are charges on your social insurance card. The scammer then goes on to ask you for your social insurance

number. You should not give out this information.

Celebrating 100 YearsAfelskie Shoes is celebrating 100 years in business. The Killaloe and Barry's Bay retail shoe and clothing store had a Canada Day tent sale to help celebrate their milestone anniversary. The business was founded by Roman Afelskie in 1920.

Arnprior Waiving Patio Licence Fees

The Town of Arnprior has decided to waive their outdoor sidewalk patio licence after receiving a number of requests to waive the $500 to $1.000 fee for 2020 due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Local School Boards See Funding Increase

The Renfrew County District School Board (RCDSB) and Catholic School Board (RCCDSB) will enjoy an increase in funding to start the 2020-21 school year. RCDSB will see its funding rise from $125.1 to $127.4 million, raising per-pupil funding to $14,513, an increase of 1.9 per cent. The RCCDSB will see funding increase from $69.7 to $72.1 million. With enrolment projected to increase slightly, the RCCDSB per-pupil funding would rise 2.3 per cent to $14,693 per student.

AGM PostponedDue to the COVID-19 pandemic, the annual general meeting (AGM) for Lanark Renfrew Health & Community Services (LRHCS) has been postponed to September 15, 2020.

Canopy Growth Has Employee Test Positive

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A Canopy Growth employee has tested positive for COVID-19. The Smiths Falls business reported that the employee was in the facility on June 25 and is self-isolating, along with eight other employees who had come into close contact with the infected individual.

Madawaska ValleyGavin Gulick has opened MV Delivery Guys, a local delivery service in Madawaska Valley. They offer grocery delivery for Barry's Bay and surrounding areas. For details, visit www.mvdeliveryguys.com

AB Building Permits UpAdmaston Bromley is seeing a surge in building permits for 2020. So far, the municipality has issued 29 permits for a total value of $2,425,000. In 2019, they had issued 16 permits to this point for a total value of $915,000. Permit totals are as of the end of May 2020.


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It’s A FactDeep River &

District Hospital


578Ontario Telemedicine Network

appointments for specialities

150Total staff members

$14,710,768

$950,122

$14,796,010Funding from patients

1%

Total Revenues

Ministry of Health funding

$8,307,583

Four Seasons Lodge

Total expenses

ER visits from residents of Head, Clara and Maria

11%ER visits: Laurentian Hills

residents

Salaries, wages and benets

$5,985,690Family Health Team

$2,064,528

$1,427,529

15%ER visits: Pembroke residents

ER visits: Quebec residents

15,715Total Emergency Department

visits in a year

Total laboratory tests in a year

11,145

41,274

Total diagnostic imaging exams

Length of average acute hospital stay (in days)

9

1%ER visits: Petawawa residents

38%

Source: 2019-2020 Annual Report


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Kilmarnock Enterprise will benefit from an investment by Valley Heartland Community Futures Development Corporation. Valley Heartland is supporting Kilmarnock through the Rural Innovation Initiative of Eastern Ontario (RIIEO). Kilmarnock was approved for a multi-year RIIEO project to support the development of a robotics, automations and controls department, and a new division for original equipment manufacturing. This expansion included the adaption of robotics and 3D printing services, re-skilling of staff in Industry 4.0 technologies, and prototype development. The company was able to pivot the multi-year project in March to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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The Town of Renfrew has received an expression of interest from "a major developer" who wants to purchase a minimum of 10 acres of land to build an adult lifestyle community. Staff will work with the developer on this request.

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Admaston Bromley Mayor, Michael Donohue, is reporting that the County of Renfrew has extended their emergency declaration until September 2020. This means that council meetings will continue to be held virtually until that time.

County of Renfrew Closed Til September

Petawawa Mayor Bob Sweet reported Renfrew County Council passed a resolution at its meeting on May 27, 2020 with respect to Petawawa Boulevard (County Road 51). The resolution directs staff to complete a Class 'A' estimate and design for the intersections of Petawawa Boulevard, Paquette Road, Menin Road, Festubert Boulevard, Victoria Street, Portage Road, Doran Road and Mohn's Road. The County of Renfrew is continuing with the plan to rehabilitate Petawawa Boulevard and the bridge in 2021 as well as enhancements to traffic light timings at the intersection of Petawawa Boulevard, Portage Road, (Victoria Street and the intersection of Petawawa Boulevard and Doran Road. Further, the County of Renfrew's Asset Management Plan is to reflect the full cost of the project at $24 million with a

corresponding senior government funding provision also in the amount of $24 million with a 5-year window. Sweet confirmed that the overall expansion plan for Petawawa Boulevard remains in place. This will include four traffic lanes, additional pedestrian and cycling infrastructure and a second two-lane bridge. This work could also include roundabouts at Paquette, Festubert and Menin Roads, Doran and Mohns Roads and Victoria Street and Portage Road intersection.

Roundabouts And Roadwork Planned For Petawawa

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In a May 28 council meeting, the Township of Killaloe, Hagarty and Richards opted not to approve the farmers' market or community garden initiatives due to COVID-19. While the farmers' market is not a municipal enterprise, it was operating on municipal property in this municipality. Farmers' Markets Ontario worked with the provincial government to help markets operate safely during COVID-19. The Killaloe Farmers' Market has since relocated to the Killaloe Lions Field and is operating as usual. On the initiative of community gardens, on May 11, the County of Renfrew accepted funding from the Ontario government to encourage community gardens, allowing individuals to grow fresh produce during COVID-19. Projects were provided funding and applications closed June 30th with the County of Renfrew.

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The County of Renfrew has written a letter to MPP John Yakabuski asking for his support to continue the pandemic healthcare service after the pandemic has ended. Warden Debbie Robinson writes that "Renfrew County VTAC (virtual treatment assessment centre) has proven its ability to provide multi-faceted primary/episodic care for any health concern" and that there is "an opportunity to improve access for patients to primary care in Renfrew County well after the COVID-19 pandemic passes." Renfrew County VTAC is the COVID-19 testing centre. Robinson suggests that the VTAC model can be an alternative to emergency department visits and 911 calls with "continued provincial support." VTAC could also facilitate ageing at home, reducing the need for long-term care placements.

County Says Paramedics Could Alleviate ER, 911

The Township of Beckwith was successful in receiving the municipal disaster relief program funds applied for in 2019 due to the spring flood in the amount of $197,619.44.

Beckwith Earns Funding


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Modify Sewer Lines at Z Lines. Defence Construction Canada. Awarded to Eastway Contracting of Pembroke in the amount of $205,000.00.

Collection Tender

Awarded to Waterdon Construction of Nepean in the amount of $46,750.00.

Replace Roofing System RR-116. Defence Construction Canada. Awarded to Covertite Eastern of Ottawa in the amount of $118,100.00.

AC-005 Waterproof Ammo Storage. Defence Construction Canada. Awarded to Do All Construction of Pembroke in the amount of $181,731.00.

Update Convault Fuel Tanks. Defence Construction Canada. Awarded to Triangle Pump Services of Gloucester in the amount of $256,469.00.

RGT Clouthier - $82,990.36

Recycling Collection Tender and Recycling Processing and Marketing RFQ. Arnprior, Renfrew and McNab Braeside. Processing and Marketing

Crushed Granular “A”. KHR Township.

Charles McLennan - $8,070Fast Eddie - $7,532

Glenview Iron - $13,988

GMP Contract. - $2,088,990.68

Topps - $347,633.56Option 1 - Delivery to OVWRC

Total Annual Tipping Fees

Reconstruction of McAndrew Avenue. Town of Renfrew.Only one bid was received.Bonnechere Ex. - $566,439.39

Replacement of Bolingbroke Bridge 2020-PW-011. Tay Valley.Ross and Anglin - $1,356,515.00Louis W. Bray - $1,480,500.00Dalcon Const. - $1,577,000.00

Tender Results Around The Region

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Parade Square Upgrade Arras Road and

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Recapitalization CFHA Residential Units

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Emergency Power Generator – Townline Lift Station Tender

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Tender 20-06 Construction of Water Storage Facility

-----Repair of the Pont Mauril Belanger (Mattawa River)

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PW 13-2020 Grinding of Construction, Demolition Wood

and Other Waste at the Black Donald Landfill Site

-----PWC-2020-49 Asphalt Scratch

Coat Paving and Shoulder Graveling

-----Winter Sand #2020-PW-012

-----RFQ 20-MRP01 – Marianhill Inc Redevelopment Project Request for Qualifications

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EXPRESSIONOF INTEREST

EOI #25-06-2020-CS 54 Lombard Street Structure Removal and Relocating

-----APN – Petawawa Construction Program for FY 2020-2021 with

Security Requirements nquin Provincial Park

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RFP 2020-COPR-08 Multifunction Copiers and

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Request for Proposal # ADMIN-03-2020 By-Law and Parking

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Cotieville Road Rehabilitation PW 2020-05

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RFQ-Housing-2020-08 – New Windows

TENDERS

HVAC Upgrades at Cobden Public School RFT #2020-11

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Electrical Services Upgrades, Various RHUs

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Luke Murphy is the International bestselling author of two series. The Calvin Watters Mysteries: Dead Man's Hand (2012) and Wild Card (2017). The Charlene Taylor Mysteries: Kiss & Tell (2015) and Rock-A-Bye Baby (2019). Murphy played six years of professional hockey before retiring in 2006. His sports column, "Overtime" (Pontiac Equity), was nominated for the 2007 Best Sports Page in Quebec, and won the award in 2009. He has also worked as a radio journalist (CHIPFM 101.7). Murphy lives in Shawville, QC with his wife and three daughters. He is a teacher who holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing, and a Bachelor of Education.

Alexander Leach is the new Editor of the Whitewater News. Leach penned his introduction in the July 2, 2020 issue of the News noting he was re-entering journalism after dropping out of the entertainment and tech fields. He was born in Micksburg and has lived locally most of his life. Leach replaces Megan Chase who left the paper and moved to British Columbia. Chase noted that rampant racism in the local area was something that prompted her to leave.

Luke Murphy

Chris Neff is the new Community Development and Document Management Coordinator for the Township of Killaloe, Hagarty and Richards. Neff comes to the municipality after working in Toronto for nearly three years as a carpenter. He attended Bishop Smith Catholic High School and graduated from Laurentian University with a Bachelor of Arts in History. He started with the municipality in May 2020.

Golf Day2020

Friday, September 18thTee Times: 8:30am-12:30pmOaks of Cobden Golf Course

Same great event. New format.RegistrationPaige LeClairPhone: 613-735-0659 ext.101 [email protected]

$100 includes 18 holes, cart, lunch and gift cardA safe, outdoor activity to support local businesses and people

with intellectual disabilities. COVID-19 protocols will be in place.


Marketing In A MaskTurn anxiety on its head and make it fun

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MARKETING

By: Jennifer [email protected]

As of yesterday, we are a mandatory mask-wearing society for indoor public spaces. The Eastern Ontario medical officers of health expressed how inundated they were with calls to make this happen and they agreed that despite our best efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19, we needed to do more. There will be people who disagree with that decision (I among them) but while this directive is in place, as businesses and organizations, we need to adapt to it. So how do we invite people to interact with us when our ability to personally connect seems to be further and further away?

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Jennifer is the president of Forward Thinking Marketing Agency. Her column appears in every issue.

I recognize that this is a dramatically difficult time to try and run a business with so many factors completely beyond your control. This column is not meant to make light of the constraints that businesses and organizations face, or the heightened anxiety in our community with COVID-19. The goal is to find a way around a barrier - which is what marketing is about even without a pandemic. No business is without its weaknesses and it is always better to address the weakness and find a way through it than to cross your fingers and hope it goes away. People will be grateful for some lightheartedness in this situation.

There are many people and professions that wear masks so pick one and find some fun around it. Consider goalie masks, catcher's masks, fencing masks and a whole list of superheroes. Create a promotion or a fun employee activity around masks of a different kind.

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Create a promotion that encourages the use of masks. Have a Masking Mondays promotion where you feature something on sale or promote a certain product line. Gather some businesses together for a Midnight Maskness - a take on Midnight Madness - to bring people out for some physical distancing fun. Make a saying to try and alleviate the tension such as "we're up to the mask task!" or "Have a question? Just (m)ask us!" There's no rule that says following public health directives has to be boring! Put your employees to work and see what fun ideas they might come up with - you might be surprised.

Make A Promotion

A few months ago, I ordered a pair of Silver Jeans and they included a complimentary Silver Jeans mask. Neat idea from a marketing standpoint - why not

put your logo on everyone's face for everyone else to see? Who says Silver Jeans is the only company that can do that? You have logoed shirts, caps, jacket - why not logoed masks? Who might be the first organization to create a "shop local" mask, or an "I Love Renfrew County" mask or something similar? Let's turn this personal inconvenience into something a little less stressful for people. It might make our mask-wearing society a little less anxious to be out and supporting our community businesses and organizations.

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