Hamilton is now past the peak and witnessing the decline of the Omicron

According to public health, Hamilton is past the peak of Omicron, and witnessing a decline in COVID-19 cases.

But as Ontario is looking to drop the mask mandate in the weeks ahead, the city’s Covid-19 operations chief is warning residents to remain cautious.

While Hamilton is past the peak and witnessing the decline of the Omicron-driven wave, experts anticipate the risk of transmission will remain high through April as public health measures are lifted.

COVID-19 Operations Chief at Hamilton public health Michelle Baird says vaccination continues to be the strongest defense against the virus.

With the Ford government looking at the possibility of ending the mask mandate by the end of the month, Hamilton public health is asking residents to reflect on what’s best for their own personal safety.