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Orange Phase Updated Information Province of New Brunswick

Amended recovery levels

In the Orange level, subject to the Public Health and WorkSafeNB COVID-19 general guidance, the following apply:

  • Single household bubble. A household bubble can be extended to caregivers or to an immediate family member requiring support.
  • Essential travel only is recommended in and out of Orange level zones, however, people can continue to travel within the province for work, school, essential errands and medical appointments.
  • Outdoor gatherings with physical distancing of 25 people or fewer are permitted.
  • Faith venues can operate under a COVID-19 operational plan. In-person services are limited to 50 participants, or fewer depending upon the size of the facility, with two metres of physical distancing. Continuous mask wearing is required. No singing is permitted. Other indoor religious observances, funerals, celebrations of life, marriage ceremonies, receptions and social gatherings of more than 25 people are prohibited.
  • Wearing face masks is mandatory in public spaces, both indoors and outdoors. Outdoor public spaces include parks, playgrounds, markets, festival sites, dog parks, and walking trails. A mask is not required while walking, jogging or cycling with people in the same bubble, where they are unlikely to come within two metres of people from outside their bubble.
  • Non-urgent medical procedures and elective surgeries are allowed.
  • Strict visitor restrictions are to be maintained in settings with vulnerable people.
  • Primary care providers and regulated health professionals may operate but are urged to use virtual appointments whenever possible.
  • Unregulated health professionals, barbers, hair stylists or spas may operate under a COVID-19 operational plan, with enhanced public health measures such as active screening of patrons, closed waiting rooms, and enhanced barriers.
  • Daycares and K-12 schools are open under strict guidance. Virtual teaching is to be used for at-risk populations. Day camps are allowed.
  • Post-secondary educational institutions may operate.
  • Outdoor recreational activities are allowed, including campgrounds, ATV or snowmobile trails.
  • Recreational and sport organizations may operate but are limited to practices and/or skills and drills within a single team.
  • Gym, fitness facilities, and yoga studios may operate under a COVID-19 operational plan with additional public health measures, including:

o           Two metres of physical distancing, with masks, in low-intensity fitness classes such as yoga, tai chi, and stretching; and three metres of physical distancing for high-intensity activities such as spin, aerobics and boot camp.

o          active screening and record keeping of patrons.

o          closed locker rooms/common areas.

  • Entertainment venues such as casinos, amusement centres, bingo halls, arcades, cinemas and large live performance facilities may operate under a COVID-19 operational plan. The occupancy limit is set at 50 or fewer, depending upon the size of the venue and the ability to ensure two metres of physical distancing, with continuous mask use and record keeping.
  • All other businesses, including food, beverage and retail, may operate under a COVID-19 operational plan. Distancing of two metres is required where food and beverages are served. Record keeping for seated venues is a requirement. Single household bubbles must be maintained. For example, people may not sit with people from another household at a restaurant.
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Press Release Province of New Brunswick on COVID-19 Zone 2 – Saint John

News Release

Health
Office of the Premier
COVID-19

Zone 2 moves to Orange level / nine new cases / outbreak at a nursing home in Saint John

20 November 2020

FREDERICTON (GNB) – Zone 2 (Saint John region) moves to Orange level as of midnight tonight under the province’s revised COVID-19 recovery plan.

Public Health recommended the move to Orange level due to the doubling of cases within two days, several exposure settings including recreational, health and long-term care settings of high vulnerability where there is a risk of community transmission, and reports of situations where some individuals were not complying with public health measures.

“We are continuing to see an increased number of cases of COVID-19 in the province, especially in Zone 2 the Saint John region,” said Premier Blaine Higgs. “It is important to note that if we can’t get the numbers under control quickly in the Saint John region, we may need to move it to the Red level.”

Nine new cases

Public Heath reported nine new cases of COVID-19 today.

The seven cases in Zone 2 (Saint John region) are as follows:

  • one individual 20 to 29;
  • three people 40 to 49;
  • one individual 50 to 59;
  • one individual 60 to 69; and
  • one individual 70 to 79.

The two cases in Zone 1 (Moncton region) are as follows:

  • one individual under 19; and,
  • one individual 20 to 29

The number of confirmed cases in New Brunswick is 401 and 343 have recovered. There have been six deaths, and the number of active cases is 51 with one hospitalized case. As of today, 114,020 tests have been conducted.

“As I have said before, the best approach is to assume that everyone may have the COVID-19 virus, and act accordingly,” said Dr. Jennifer Russell, chief medical officer of health. “I also recommend that everyone in New Brunswick, no matter where you live, have a contingency plan ready if you are required to self-isolate.”

Outbreak at a nursing home

Public Health has declared an outbreak at Shannex Tucker Hall, a nursing home in Saint John.

Following a confirmed case of COVID-19 on Thursday, Nov. 19, Public Health started an investigation at the facility. Contact tracing has commenced and officials will conduct testing of the facility’s residents and staff today.

Exposure notifications

There is a process Public Health follows when addressing instances where the public may have been exposed to a person who has tested positive for COVID-19. In cases where record-keeping is able to confirm anyone who may have been exposed, officials contact these individuals directly and do not issue a separate announcement. In cases where officials cannot be certain of exactly who may have been exposed to the virus, Public Health issues an announcement in an effort to reach anyone who could have been affected.

Public Health has identified three potential public exposures in Saint John:

  • at the Rocky Sports Bar, 7 Market Square. People who have visited this facility between10:30 p.m. on Nov. 13 and 12:30 a.m. on Nov. 14 and between 10:30 p.m. on Nov. 14 and 1:30 a.m. on Nov.15 should self-monitor for symptoms for 14 days.
  • at the Big Tide Brewing Company, 47 Princess St. People who have visited this facility between 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. on Nov. 16 should self-monitor for symptoms for 14 days.
  • at Java Moose, 84 Prince William St. People who have visited this facility between 2 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. on Nov. 16 should self-monitor for symptoms for 14 days.

Public Health have identified two potential public exposures in Moncton:

  • at the Keg Steakhouse and Bar, 576 Main St. People who have visited this facility between 7:45 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. on Nov. 17 should self-monitor for symptoms for 14 days.
  • at the fitness room located at the CEPS Louis-J. Robichaud, 40 Antonine-Maillet Avenue in Moncton. People who visited this facility at the following dates and times should self-monitor for 14 days.

o   Nov. 6 – 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

o   Nov. 9 – 5:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.

o   Nov. 10 — 5:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.

o   Nov. 12 -– 5:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.

o   Nov. 13 – 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Enforcement

Police officers as well as peace officers and Public Health inspectors with the Department of Justice and Public Safety and inspectors with WorkSafe New Brunswick are in Zones 1 and 2 to make sure the rules are being followed. People who refuse to comply with provisions of the mandatory order will face penalties.

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