Niagara Region extends mask bylaw until April

Niagara Regional Council has voted to extend the temporary mask bylaw until April.

“It is clear that the COVID-19 pandemic is not over, and will continue to affect our communities into next year,” said Niagara Regional Chair Jim Bradley.

“Regional Council’s decision to extend the Face-covering By-law reflects Niagara’s united commitment to safeguarding the health of our communities by following established public health advice.”

The bylaw first came into effect on July 31. Council says the vast majority of residents and businesses have followed the rules.

The bylaw requires people to wear a mask or face covering in enclosed public places.

It does not apply to outdoor locations or to indoor locations accessible only to staff and includes a number of exemptions.

It was set to expire on Oct. 1.