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COVID-19 Updates
The City of Pembroke is continuing to monitor the situation regarding the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) with the guidance of government and healthcare professionals across the province and the country. Throughout this situation, the City’s goal is to safeguard the continuity of Pembroke services that support the safety and well-being of our residents while ensuring the health and safety of our employees.
Effective Thursday, April 8, 2021, we are in a provincewide state of emergency.
All City of Pembroke offices are open. Members of the public are encouraged to continue contacting City of Pembroke staff by email and telephone where possible. When visiting in-person it is strongly recommended that individuals call ahead and book an appointment with City staff. All offices have posted entry guidelines including wearing a mask, passing a health screening self-assessment, maximum occupancy, and the use of hand sanitizer.
The Pembroke and Area Community Centre, Kinsmen Pool, and Pembroke Memorial Centre walking track were previously closed based on provincial direction. Playgrounds, The Rapids Skate Park, Rotary Park tennis courts, Kinsmen Park wading pool, and Kinsmen Park multi-purpose park are open. The Pembroke Marina and Riverside Park Campground (including beach and mini-putt) are open with regular operations and hours.
City staff will continue to be available by phone and email. To speak to a staff member, please call 613-735-6821 or email [email protected] between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday to Friday.
Residents can continue to livestream council meetings on the City’s YouTube Channel or by watching YourTV.
If you have health questions regarding COVID-19, please refer to the Renfrew County & District Health Unit's COVID-19 website, call the Health Unit at 613-735-8654, or contact Telehealth Ontario at 1-866-797-0000. For information on COVID-19 vaccine distribution, please visit the Renfrew County & District Health Unit Immunization website.
To receive email updates on changes made to the City's website (including the updates to this page), please subscribe to our website mailing. During the pandemic, updates will be emailed once per day.
https://www.rcdhu.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/RCD-Pop-up-Clinics-Aug-02-06.pdfSecond Doses
These priority groups are able to book a second dose appointment based on availability of vaccine:
- All individuals 18+
- You are eligible 28 days after your first dose of Pfizer or Moderna
- You are eligible eight weeks after your first dose of AstraZeneca
You can register here. The vaccination clinic is at the Pembroke Memorial Centre (393 Pembroke Street West - parking lot accessible by Lake Street).
For the latest information on COVID-19 vaccinations in our region, please visit the RCDHU immunization website.
First Doses
These priority groups are now able to book a vaccine appointment with the RCDHU:
- All individuals 18+
- Individuals 12-17 years of age are eligible for the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine only
You can register here. The vaccination clinic is at the Pembroke Memorial Centre (393 Pembroke Street West - parking lot accessible by Lake Street).
Pharmacies
First and second doses are available at many pharmacies in Pembroke and across Renfrew County as well and may allow you to book an earlier appointment. Find a pharmacy offering vaccines near you here. If you do book a pharmacy appointment, make sure to cancel any other existing appointments you have so your spot can be used by other members of the community.
Extra Weekly Dose List
All residents 18+ can now sign up each Monday for the weekly extra dose list. Individuals on the list will be called when extra vaccine doses are available across the county. To register, click here.
This section contains information on federal and provincial government updates as they relate to COVID-19. To see all of the recent updates please click on the header of this section.
- Ontario Moving to Step Three of Roadmap to Reopen on July 16 (July 9)
- Youth Aged 12-17 Across Ontario Becoming Eligible for Accelerated Second Dose (July 2)
- All Ontarians Ages 18+ Becoming Eligible for Accelerated Second Doses (June 25)
- Ontario Moving to Step Two of Roadmap to Reopen on June 30 (June 24)
- Ontario to Move to Step One of Roadmap to Reopen on June 11 (June 7)
This section contains general updates from the City of Pembroke and other organizations as it relates to COVID-19.
- City of Pembroke reopening Kinsmen Pool on July 26 (July 20)
- City of Pembroke COVID-19 Operations Update (July 16)
- City of Pembroke reopens outdoor sports facilities and marina (May 21)
- City of Pembroke re-opens playgrounds (April 19)
- City of Pembroke closes outdoor recreational amenities (April 16)
- City of Pembroke COVID-19 Operations Update (April 7)
- City of Pembroke COVID-19 Operations Update (April 1)
- City of Pembroke COVID-19 Operations Update (Feb. 10)
- City of Pembroke COVID-19 Operations Update (Jan.14)
- City of Pembroke Prepares for Provincewide Shutdown (Dec. 23)
- Information on the Government of Canada's COVID-19 One-time tax-free payment for seniors (July 9)
- City Offices Reopen to the Public (June 15)
This section contains guidance and information from the Renfrew County District Health Unit and other health-related updates. Click the header of the section for all health-related updates on COVID-19.
- New COVID-19 Cases in Renfrew County and District Bring Stark Reminder About Importance of Getting Vaccinated (July 23)
- With Vaccination Clinics Starting to Decrease in Frequency, RCDHU Encourages Residents to Take Advantage of Clinic and Appointment Availability While They Still Can (July 21)
- RCDHU Step 3 Reopening Fact Sheet (July 14)
- Province Moving to Step 3 of Roadmap to Reopening Ontario July 16 (July 9)
- RCDHU Shares Good News for Renfrew County and District and Meets Important Milestone (June 18)
- Province Shortening Interval Between COVID-19 Vaccination Doses (May 28)
- Ontario Pauses Administration of First Doses of AstraZeneca Vaccine (May 11)
- RCDHU Renfrew County Hospitals Remain Safe and Open (May 11)
- Government Changes to the COVID-19 School and Child Care Screening Tool (February 22)
- RCDHU enacts the Section 22 Order for Self-Isolation (October 30, 2020)
- Health Unit Annouces Regional Approach to Mandatory Masks (July 6, 2020)
- Health Unit Recommends Getting Tested If You Develop COVID-19 Symptoms (June 8, 2020)
This section provides information regarding City of Pembroke Parks and Recreation updates.
The Parks and Recreation office is open but members of the public are encouraged to continue contacting staff by email or phone when possible. Any Parks and Recreation invoices or fees are able to be paid over the phone. The department office is available to the public via phone or email at 613-735-6821 ext. 1501 or [email protected].
The Pembroke and Area Community Centre and Pembroke Memorial Centre walking track are closed. The Kinsmen Pool will be opening on Monday, July 26. Playgrounds, splash pads, Rotary Park tennis courts, The Rapids Skate Park, Kinsmen Park multi-purpose park, Kinsmen Park wading pool, Pembroke Marina, and Riverside Park Campground (including beach and mini-putt) are open.
In this section you will find information and tools to assist with the return to school and daycare.
This section provides information and updates regarding building, planning, and by-laws.
Should you have questions regarding building permits, please contact the Chief Building Official by email or phone at 613-735-6821 ext. 1331.
Should you have questions regarding planning matters, please contact the department by email or phone at 613-735-6821 ext. 1304.
This section contains the monthly message from Mayor LeMay to residents.
Pembi wants you to continue to enjoy the City of Pembroke and its amenities while being safe. Check out Pembi's weekly newsletter in this section to see how you can stay busy during the COVID-19 pandemic.
This section contains links to information on programs and services offered at the federal, provincial and local level of government. Click the header for the full list.
Please head to our COVID-19 Resources for Business page (under "Business" heading) for information on government support, funding, business toolkits and more.
