July 24, 2020
Dear Industry Partner,
During today’s official media briefing, Premier McNeil and Dr. Strang announced mandatory non-medical mask use, and the Provincial State of Emergency, in place since March, extended to August 9th.
Effective July 31, 2020, Nova Scotians will be required to wear non-medical masks when in most indoor public spaces.
Indoor public places include:
- Retail businesses and Shopping centres.
- Personal services businesses, such as hair and nail salons, spas, body art facilities, except during services that require removing a mask.
- Restaurants and bars, except while people are eating or drinking.
- Places of worship or faith gatherings.
- Places for cultural or entertainment services or activities, such as movie theatres, concerts and other performances.
- Places for sports and recreational activities, such as a gym, pool or indoor tennis facility, except while doing an activity where a mask cannot be worn.
- Places for events, such as conferences and receptions.
- Municipal or provincial government locations offering services to the public.
- Common areas of tourist accommodations, such as lobbies, elevators and hallways.
- Common areas of office buildings, such as lobbies, elevators and hallways, but not private offices.
- Public areas of a university or college campus, such as library or student union building, but not classrooms, labs, offices or residences.
- Train or bus stations, ferry terminals and airports.
The province reported zero new cases of COVID-19 today, marking the ninth straight day without any new cases. By being vigilant and following the health and safety protocols put in place, the Nova Scotia economy can continue to open safely. Thank you for your ongoing support and adherence.
We encourage you to visit the TOURISMSTRONG.CA hub regularly as we strive to keep you informed in real time, on all things COVID-19.
The Facebook discussion group also provides an opportunity for tourism operators to share ideas and stay updated on access tools and supports.
Stay Tourism Strong.
The TIANS Team
COMING SOON!! TIANS CARES
Watch for Official Program Launch
To show our gratitude to all of the first responders, health care and front line workers, Members of the Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS) will be offering discounts and incentives on tourism and product services to support your Nova Scotia vacation. Additional information on how you can take part to follow next week. #TIANSCares #NSStrong
REMINDER: TAKE ACTION
Sign Up Your Staff
Get Your CIR Business Designation Today
Clean It Right is our new training program providing awareness and education on cleaning your establishment with the goal of regaining consumer confidence. The program is designed to increase the safety of guests, visitors and the workforce in the Tourism industry. Register now to work towards your Clean it Right Business Designation. Watch for Clean it Right decals and logos throughout the Maritimes.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Federal
House Passes Bill to Extend CEWS
The legislation, C-20, expands the number of companies that qualify for the wage subsidy, changes the amount companies can put toward their workers' wages and extends the wage subsidy program to the end of the year.
Provincial
Labour Market Bulletin | Service Canada
The latest Labour Market Bulletin from Service Canada provides an analysis of Work Force Survey results for the province of Nova Scotia, including the regions of Annapolis Valley, Cape Breton, Southern, Halifax and North Shore. View below.
Provincial
NEW - Mandatory Mask Policy
Starting July 31st, non-medical masks will be required in all indoor public places where the general public has full access. This includes restaurants, airports, food courts, lobby areas in hotels, salons, spas, faith gatherings, malls, retail, train and bus stations, etc.
As of Friday, July 24th, non-medical facial coverings became mandatory on all public transit in Halifax. The new rule applies to both drivers and passengers on all municipal buses and ferries, and private taxi companies.
Tourist Accommodations Registry
Fee Waived
As of April 1, 2020, tourist accom-modations were required to register to operate in Nova Scotia, if they provide accommodations for 28 days or less.
If you have not registered your property, you can apply online - the Fee for Registry has been waived for the current year in response to COVID-19.
ATLANTIC TRAVEL AND MARKETING
New Program from Tourism Nova Scotia
Tourism Nova Scotia's RADIATE Tourism Program offers coaching, market research insights and marketing support to help tourism businesses and organizations raise their profile in the local and Maritime region.
Apply now - program deadline is July 29.
Self-Declaration Travel Form Now Available
Travellers to Nova Scotia arriving from outside the Atlantic Bubble can now complete the Self-declaration Form (Tracking Travellers to Nova Scotia) online. Every adult (18 or older) from outside Atlantic Canada needs to complete a Self-declaration Form before they travel to the province, unless they’re exempt from self-isolation.
WEBINARS
COVID-19 Webinar Series
TIANS & our partners continue to host specialized free webinars to tackle business challenges. These webinars are geared at equipping businesses with skills and knowledge to survive the new realities of our COVID economy.
View all upcoming & recorded webinars: TourismStrong.ca/Webinars
