March 23, 2020 COVID-19 Update from Parks, Recreation and Culture

STATEMENT - Distributed March 23, 2020 1:45 PM

The City of Nanaimo is committed to keeping residents healthy and safe amidst the COVID-19 crisis.

As a measure to "flatten the curve" of the pandemic in our community, the following amenities are closed:

• Sport courts (hockey, lacrosse, pickle ball, volleyball, basketball, tennis)
• Skateboard parks
• Steve Smith Bike park
• Four gated dog parks - Beban, Wardopper, St. George Ravine, Northfield
• Recreation facilities
• Playgrounds

Please also:

• Wash your hands before and after coming to our parks;
• Cough or sneeze into your elbow or tissue;
• Maintain social distancing;
• Avoid touching your face; and,
• Stay home if you are sick.

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