As you all are aware that Ontario has re-introduced lockdown measures for COVID-19 hotspots.  These areas include Toronto, Ottawa and Peel Region.

The measures taken involve the closing of recreational and fitness facilities, with limited exceptions.  

I am asking for our Governments to include Condominium gyms in these exemptions.

I understand that sometimes drastic measures need to be taken in extraordinary times.  However, with our public officials requesting people to limit leaving their homes and now that the weather is getting colder, going outside to exercise may not be an option or ideal for many living in condo’s. 

There are many who work in the healthcare industry, work from home, unable to leave the homes because of increased health risks, women who are pregnant, the elderly, people who use exercise as a mental health outlet or those that want to maintain their physical health that can use condo amenities as a safe option to maintain their physical fitness. 

Most condos have already implemented safety guidelines (recommended by health officials) to have a safe space including booking the space, limit usage to one unit/person, limit time to 1 hour, allow additional time for cleaning, supply cleaning supplies along with other measures and that has been working. 

We are coming into the winter months where going outdoors was already limited pre-COVID.  This can be a step to help many maintain their physical and mental health.  

Thank you