Ontario COVID-19 science table is being dissolved

Members of Ontario’s COVID–19 Science Advisory Table say Public Health Ontario has informed them the group is being dissolved.

This will take place Sept. 6.

A statement from the advisers says the science table, which started July 2020, will aim to complete existing work.

They add that the science table’s work reflects the dedication of hundreds of volunteer scientists, physicians and administrators.

Key principles the advisors say will help Ontario manage COVID–19 are that science matters, equity counts, transparency is critical, independence must be both perceived and delivered, and timeliness and relevance are essential.

A statement by Dr. Fahad Razak, who took over the position from Juni this year, says he hopes the scientific advice the group provided to the public and decision makers has helped to reduce suffering.