A Message From Warden Bill Weber

Good Afternoon,

This week we heard of the first seven confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Lambton County. For weeks now, we have been warned by our Health Officials that the virus is present and circulating in our community. The confirmation of these cases reinforces that claim. I know many of you have already been following the advice of our experts, but for those who have not been, NOW is the time to get onboard. 

I must add my voice to those of the Prime Minister and Premier and advise everyone to listen to and abide by the recommendations provided by our Health Officials. This includes keeping a 2m (6 ft) “social distance” from one another, washing our hands regularly, self-isolating when necessary and staying home when you’re feeling unwell.

I fully support the orders from our Prime Minister and Premier directing those who have travelled outside the country to self-isolate for a period of 14 days upon return to Canada. I cannot stress enough how important this is. You are required to self-isolate.

A province-wide alert was sent out today regarding this order. Do not go to the grocery store on your way home. Do not stop at the gas station. Do not visit family and friends. Go straight home and self-isolate. Ask a friend, neighbour or family member to pick up anything you may need and drop it off on your porch. Our community is coming together to help each other during this situation like we've never seen before, and someone will be more than happy to help you.

In times like this, it is heartwarming to hear of the positive stories in our communities. Neighbours are looking out for one another, volunteers are working with local businesses to provide services and acts of kindness are happening every day.

To each and every one of you following recommendations, working to keep our community safe and being kind to one another, I say thank you. You are what makes Lambton County a wonderful place to live.

Our front line healthcare and emergency services workers have been doing an incredible job during this situation, as have our Public Health staff. These teams are working around the clock to keep our community safe and informed. I thank them for their hard work and perseverance in this unprecedented, rapidly changing situation.

I once again encourage all of you to take the proper precautions by washing your hands, practicing social distancing and self-isolating if you have been travelling or are feeling unwell. Working together, we will get through this.

Thank you, take care and stay healthy,

Bill Weber
Warden, County of Lambton