News Release: March 3, 2020
Investigation into workplace exposure to COVID-19 in Peel
Peel Public Health has recently completed an investigation and risk assessment around a workplace exposure to COVID-19 at a Peel office connected to one of the recently announced cases in the Greater Toronto Area.
At this time, there are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Peel Region.
With support of the workplace owners, Peel Public Health has been in contact with all potentially impacted individuals within our outbreak control efforts. Of the 75 employees, the vast majority were not exposed to the case and are being cleared to return to normal activities. A small minority of employees with more significant contact are being asked to self-isolate for 14 days.
Peel Public Health has determined that there is no broader risk to the wider community associated with this incident.
As the exposure risk is confined to the workplace and there is a complete list of employees for follow-up, there is no need to publicly disclose the name or address of the workplace. This long-standing Public Health approach protects the privacy and security of those involved.
Overall, the risk of COVID-19 in Peel remains low. Protective measures set in place by Peel Public Health and our partners, including self-isolation guidelines, are working to help keep our communities safe.
Learn more about the work Peel Public Health is undertaking to protect citizens. Visit peelregion.ca/coronavirus.
Sincerely,
Dr. Jessica Hopkins, Medical Officer of Health
Jeff LeMoine
Communication Specialist
Region of Peel
Tel: 289-325-4700
About Peel Region
In 2024, Peel Region marks its 50th anniversary. Peel Region works with residents and partners to create a healthy, safe, and connected Community for Life for approximately 1.5 million people and over 200,000 businesses in Brampton, Mississauga and Caledon. Peel's services touch the lives of residents every day. For more information explore peelregion.ca and follow us on X @regionofpeel and Instagram @peelregion.ca.
On December 13, 2023, the Ontario government announced that Peel Region will not be dissolved, and that Bill 112 legislation will be updated to reflect service delivery in Peel. Services for residents and businesses will continue without interruption. For updates and more information, visit Peel's transition page.
