Local health units are urging everyone to celebrate the holidays differently this year and "do your part to keep our communities safe".
Algoma Public Health's calling on residents to consider how plans can be modified to reduce the spread of COVID-19, with Associate Medical Officer of Health Dr. Jennifer Loo emphasizing "the safest way to celebrate in-person is with only the people you live with", adding "celebrate virtually with everyone else".
Loo does say you can drop off gifts or holiday treats, but "keep it brief, and stay two metres apart".
Public Health Sudbury and Districts also warns against "non-essential" travel, urging virtual gatherings with everyone who is not in your household.