Tag Archives: COVID-19

PHTCC issues service notice sign for Ontario jobsites

April 22, 2020

The Pool & Hot Tub Council of Canada (PHTCC) has created a service notice sign for its Ontario members to post on their jobsites to protect employees and the public during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Timely video message conveys the benefits of a backyard oasis

April 22, 2020

At a time everyone is being told to “stay at home,” Fluidra has released a new consumer-facing video conveying the message of the backyard sanctuary.

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Pool and spa businesses deemed essential in Manitoba, Saskatchewan

April 8, 2020

The Manitoba and Saskatchewan governments have determined pool and spa companies operating in each province to be “essential businesses” during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Haviland assists in the fight against COVID-19

April 8, 2020

Haviland Inc., a manufacturer of pool and spa specialty chemicals, has adjusted a portion of its manufacturing facility to be able to create hand sanitizer for local organizations in need.

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Can pool businesses remain open amid COVID-19 mandate?

March 24, 2020

In an attempt to fight the spread of COVID-19, Ontario’s mandate to close all non-essential businesses for two weeks has some in the aquatics industry questioning where they fit.

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Swimming Canada cancels and postpones Olympic trials, other events

March 17, 2020

Swimming Canada’s CEO, Ahmed El-Awadi, has confirmed that all national events have been cancelled or postponed until at least April 20.

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