Arielle Kayabaga

Now is not the time to have indoor gatherings or parties. We’ve worked so hard, but we could easily slide back to widespread transmission in the community. #Ldn...Ont #Middlesex #MLHU has declared a COVID-19 community outbreak after 22 people who attended social gatherings held last week tested positive for the virus. Health Unit investigators are aware of at least 10 post-secondary student gatherings held at private London homes between March 2nd and March 6th that are linked to this outbreak. Investigators are continuing the work of determining the number of close contacts associated with those who have tested positive. The end of the pandemic may be in sight now that we’ve started vaccinations, but it doesn’t mean that we can let our guard down and stop doing all the things that have helped slow the spread of COVID-19, says Dr. Alex Summers, Associate Medical Officer of Health with the Middlesex-London Health Unit. Now is not the time to open up our home to those who aren’t part of our household and it certainly is not the time to start attending parties. COVID-19 is still here and we could very easily slide back to seeing widespread transmission in the community. . . Help prevent the spread of COVID-19: . . Limit interactions to only those who are part of your household, maintain two metres physical distance from others, limit unnecessary trips out of the home and wear a mask as much as possible whether indoors or outdoors. Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for 15-20 seconds or use a waterless hand sanitizer with at least 70 percent alcohol content. Cover coughs and/or sneezes with your sleeve or cough into your elbow. Clean high-touch areas, such as doorknobs in public spaces, frequently. Download the COVID Alert mobile app to be notified if you may have been exposed to COVID-19, and to let others know if you test positive for the virus.

We’re having a virtual community meeting, and you’re invited! Wednesday March 24th from 6:30pm-8:30pm via Zoom. This past year has been tough and filled with surprises and some adjustments! I’d like to make sure you are all being heard. ... Please RSVP and send any questions or concerns you have to [email protected] or call 519-661-5095 I look forward to seeing and hearing from all of you! Sincerely, Councillor Arielle Kayabaga

Despite the challenges we face, I celebrate our collective contribution to the fight although we do not get to #ChooseToChallenge we have no other choice! We deserve better, we deserve more, we deserve #PolicyReforms ! Happy #IWD2021 to the women still fighting, I see you! #EmpoweredWomenEmpowerWomen #WomenForWomen

While mental illness accounts for 10% of disease burden Ontario, it receives just 7% of health care $. That means we are underfunded by about $1.5 billion! Canada is well behind other countries that spend 10-11% of their health care budgets on mental health. #bellletstalk by Dr @Javeed Sukhera We need more funding in #MentalHealthSupport

UPDATE: 6,900 new vaccination appointments will be available when the telephone and online booking systems open Thursday morning at 8:00AM. New appointments wi...ll be available to adults 80+, Indigenous adults 55+, and very high priority healthcare workers. NOTE: A number of these additional vaccine appointment times will be available exclusively to those booking by telephone. The booking website will close once the web-based allocation of appointments has been filled. Telephone bookings will continue until all of the allotted appointments have been scheduled. It’s expected demand for vaccination appointments will remain high on Thursday, and that it will likely be challenging to get through to book an appointment by phone. However, callers are encouraged to continue trying to get connected, even if they can’t get through right away. How to book an appointment: Online at www.covidvaccinelm.ca Call 226-289-3560 For more information, please visit https://bit.ly/3bVVGNq #LdnOnt #Middlesex

New information: The provincial government has announced that schools will be opened starting February 1st.

Our deepest condolences to his family

The City of London set to open its second temporary overnight winter shelter in the next couple weeks. It’s set to be located in the downtown core. Find out more on this story: https://globalnews.ca//london-opens-temporary-overnight-w/

The federal government recently announced that the City of London will be receiving $7.5 million in funding in order to create new affordable housing for our community's most vulnerable. This funding comes by way of the Rapid Housing Initiative (RHI). The amounts going to other municipalities are shown in the graphic below. Learn more about the Rapid Housing Initiative (RHI) here: https://pm.gc.ca//new-rapid-housing-initiative-create-3000

Register in advance for this meeting: https://zoom.us//regis/tJMt-CpqDosG9T1sUeLJBSwmeMXsdnP2nq2 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Whether they remove the barriers or not, we will continue to shatter ceilings, change the world and make room for other girls. As Malala Yousafzai says, If one girl can change the world, what can 130 million do ? Happy #DayOfTheGirl

The closure will be continuing until Oct. 28th at 6 p.m.

Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health. With the COVID-19 pandemic, you may be going through various things more than usual. We all need help sometimes and it's ok to seek help. Visit https://ariellekayabaga.com/covid-19/ and scroll down to Mental Health for resources on practicing and maintaining good mental health.

PSA from the City of London "Starting on Monday, October 26, at 7 a.m., until Tuesday, October 27 at approximately 6 p.m., Talbot Street will be closed to motorists, cyclists and pedestrians between Oxford Street East and Piccadilly Street. This closure is to allow CP Rail to complete bridge restoration work on the Talbot Street overpass. ... During this time, signed detours will be in effect for all road users. Southbound road users will be redirected via Oxford Street East, Richmond Street, and Central Avenue. Northbound road users will be diverted via Central Avenue, Richmond Street and Oxford Street East. Local traffic will be able to access Piccadilly, Ann, Mill and John Streets. Renew London: https://maps.london.ca/renewlondon?id=38176 "

Have you checked this studio out ? https://londonstudiotour.ca/

Find out more about the new public health guidelines.

Ontario ACORN is putting out a call to action for the Government of Ontario to stop evictions during the COVID-19 pandemic, ban Above the Guideline Rent Increases, provide rent relief and implement full rent control. Learn more and sign the petition here: https://acorncanada.org//ontario-acorn-demands-no-covid-ev

The Middlesex-London health unit has announced that they’ll be delaying the section 22 restrictions from Saturday the 24th to Wednesday the 27 at 12:01AM at midnight and are looking to host a townhall with business owners. If you will be effected by the law orders, please send me an e-mail at [email protected] More information will be shared as it comes out!

The Ward 13 Newsletter is a monthly newsletter with news stories, updates, events, council meetings and more, that is sent out to Ward 13 residents. If you have content that you would like shared in the November Ward 13 Newsletter, submit it by sending an email to [email protected]

The following Section 22 Class Orders and Instructions were recently announced and come into effect on Saturday, October 24th. If you are a business owner and will be affected by these new regulations and have questions/concerns , please contact me at [email protected]. You can see the full orders and instructions by visiting https://www.healthunit.com/section-22-orders-and-instructio

Great conversation with Dr Anna Gunn about children health equity in the south western Ontario region and about our partnerships. Shout out to one of my mentees Roshaydia from Social Justice and Peace Studies at King's University College . I am mentor for 3 students this year

Check out this gorgeous plating by our representative for Ward 13 Councillor Arielle Kayabaga & her son for the Urban Roots London Harvest Dinner At Home We loved seeing everyone's creativity while staying safe at home to enjoy the best of the harvest this year

COVID-19 screening guidelines for schools have been updated. Learn more here: https://news.ontario.ca//ontario-revises-covid-19-screenin

Olivea’s story is one of many stories of women who have/are experienced(ing) abuse.There is a need to access services especially now in the middle of a pandemic. Support Anova , SafeSpace London and other organizations supporting all womxn. #ShineTheLight media kick off.

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