Table 2.
Dates of key events/interventions in the public health response to COVID-19 in British Columbia (BC) and Ontario
Event/intervention | BC | Ontario |
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Initial recommendation on limiting mass gatherings | 03-Mar | 13-Mar |
Initial social distancing recommendation | 07-Mar | 16-Mar |
Recommendation of self-isolation for returning travellers | 12-Mar | 16-Mar |
Closure of schools | 17-Mar | 12-Mar |
Declaration of provincial state of emergency | 18-Mar | 17-Mar |
Closure of non-essential services | 26-Mar | 23-Mar |