COVID-19 Info & Reopening Updates

In light of the Province's 'stay-at-home order', all Branches will be closed. 

All Branches remains closed at this time.

Community members are asked to:

• Queue outside of the recreation facility or Branch at the designated screening area, respond to screening questions and provide contact information. You will be asked to allow a thermo-scan temperature check by our staff. If attending Northview Branch or Delpark Branch consider completing the prescreening questions online in advance at oshawa.ca/screening. To learn more on how to complete the online form watch this video.
• Maintain physical distancing from others and adhere to physical distancing markers
• Follow directional arrows located on the floor
• Use hand sanitizer when entering and exiting the building

• As per provincial orders, individuals are required to wear a mask or face covering in the indoor areas of businesses or organizations that are open. Wearing a mask or face covering is now recommended outdoors when you can't physically distance more than two metres.

  The Durham Region Health Department has provided instructions to ensure the mandatory use of non-medical masks or face coverings:

  Tips for choosing a proper non-medical face mask or face covering 

  How to keep safe while using your non-medical face mask or face covering  

  Additional information regarding non-medical face masks and face coverings is available on the Region of Durham’s COVID-19 Update webpage.

  Any inquiries about mask requirements can be directed to the Durham Region Health Department.

   

   

When Branches reopen:

At the John Street Branch and the Conant Branch: queue outside of the Branch at the designated screening area, respond to screening questions and provide contact information. You will be asked to allow a thermo-scan temperature check by our staff.

At the Northview Branch and Delpark Branch (City facilities), you can save time by completing the prescreening questions online using your smartphone/computer in advance. Once you arrive at the designated screening area, you can show the confirmation (green check mark) via your phone or print out from your computer. We have prepared a video that shows you how to complete the online screening in advance. 

• Online: To purchase your membership online, please visit 'How do I buy a membership online' and follow the instructions listed. Your membership will be valid for 12 months from the date of purchase. Membership cost is $20.00 + HST. 

• In-Person: ON HOLD

Our online registration system cannot process payments using existing credits on your account. However, our adminstrative staff can help you with this process either by phone, email or by customer service appointment. Please contact 905-576-5712 Ext. 2830 or email info@oscc.ca and your inquiry will be directed to a member of our team who will be happy to assist you.

Refunds can be requested by contacting 905-576-6712 Ext.2830 or by emailing info@oscc.ca and your inquiry will be directed to a member of our team who will be happy to assist you. Please note, during the facility closures credits on account will be refunded for the following payment types made at the time of purchase:

• Cash, cheque and debit payments will be returned via cheque. Please note, it could take up to three weeks for patrons to receive a cheque for their refund request.
• Credit card payments will be returned via refund to your credit card. In situations where the credit card at the time of purchase is no longer in use, refunds will be returned via cheque. Please note, it could take up to three weeks for patrons to receive a cheque for their refund request.

The OSCC55+ are concerned that our members will find this time very difficult. We have coordinated a Covid-19 resource page, if you would like to receive care and concern calls from our staff you can sign up for the telephone outreach program and the OSCC55+ staff have prepared videos for you to watch and take part in to stay active. You can access these through the OSCC55+ facebook page, and through online programs. As well we encourage you to join us on Instagram and Twitter and sign up to receive the News & Alerts emails. 

We are so happy that 1000s enjoyed our programs during the time of isolation. As a not-for-profit organization, we greatly appreciate your ongoing support. Donations can be made online at oscc.ca/donate. 

OSCC55+ offers online programs to keep you active and connected during this time. Visit oscc.ca/activityguide to view the 2021 Spring Activity Guide and to register for online programs.

In-person Recreation Programs and Continuing Education Programs remain on hold.

Staff will send you the zoom link for your course via email the day before your class is to start. The link will be the same for the entirety of your course. 

All in-person recreation programs remain on hold at this time. 

It's here!  oscc.ca/activityguide 

Not at this time. Footcare appointments will resume after the stay-at-home order has been lifted. 

The Adult Day Program is offering telephone programs, outreach packages and wellness check in calls. For more information on how to get involved, call (905) 576-6712 ext. 2904.

OSC55+ offers a frozen home meal delivery service. We are offering frozen meal delivery and grocery delivery services, learn more at oscc.ca/stayconnected.  

 A: Not at this time. However, OSCC55+ transportation services continue to assist with many Covid-19 outreach activities including grocery delivery, outreach packages, and the frozen food program.