TORONTO — Toronto schools have been ordered to close as of Wednesday, forcing students to make the switch from in-person classes to virtual learning.
Students will move to online learning from April 7 through to April 18 after Medical Officer of Health Dr. Dr. Eileen de Villa used her discretionary powers under Section 22 of the Health Protection and Promotion Act on Tuesday to close schools.
An extension of the order may be considered based on COVID-19 epidemiological data for Toronto, the city said.
During the closure, licensed child care programs will not be permitted to offer care to children whose schools are required to be closed under the order, with the exception of emergency child care for those who qualify.
Toronto Public Health said it appreciates that this decision places additional burden on many families but “health and safety of students and staff remains a priority.”
This is a developing news story. More information to come.
