Chapleau's declared a state of emergency.
Mayor Michael Levesque issued the declaration Thursday afternoon, though he assures it is not because there is a local case.
Instead, Levesque says it is meant to show support for health care workers in the community, as the Township's been working closely with Chapleau Health Services and the Chapleau and District Family Health Team, even setting up an assessment centre at the Recreation Centre - it's also meant to emphasize the need for the public to stay at home at this time, practicing physical distancing of at least two metres - or six feet - if they must go out.
Mayor Levesque adds that there are multiple calls for volunteers to assist seniors and the vulnerable with things like groceries or picking up medication, so they can maintain self-isolation - those who need such help are also urged to reach out to the family health team.
The Municipality of Wawa similarly declared a state of emergency on Monday.