COVID-19 Complaints

Have questions about how to report a complaint related to COVID-19?  See the flow chart.  In West Elgin contact the Elgin County OPP non emergent line at 1-888-310-1122.  

SW Public Health Line

Questions about COVID-19?  Southwestern Public Health COVID-19 Call Centre is open Monday - Thursday 8:30am to 8pm & Friday - Sunday 8:30am to 4:30pm.  Call 1-800-922-0096 ext. 9

Landfill Restrictions

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, starting on April 4, 2020, West Elgin Landfill access is restricted to 5 vehicles at one time.  This may cause delays and we encourage all patrons to unload their vehicles and exit the landfill in a timely manner. 

West Elgin staff and Council want all residents to stay safe and still provide as many services as we can. 

Message to Seasonal Cottagers and Trailer Park Residents

Elgin County Warden Dave Mennill issued a statement urging everyone to avoid any non-essential travel, including to rual  cottages and seasonal/secondary resiences such as condominiums and trailer parks.  The County of Elgin recognizes that while people might like to socially distance themselves at their cottage, trailer and/or seasonal residence during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic,now is not the right time.  Non-residents of Elgin, who are usually welcome in Elgin County, are...

Canadian Emergency Response Benefit Program

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE CANADA EMERGENCY RESPONSE BENEFIT (CERB)

The CERB will be available to workers:
- Residing in Canada, who are at least 15 years old;
- Who have stopped working because of COVID-19 or are eligible for Employment Insurance regular or sickness benefits;
- Who had income of at least $5,000 in 2019 or in the 12 months prior to the date of their application; and
- Who are or expect to be without employment or self-employment income for at least 14 consecutive days in the...