January 2021

2021 is Here…What is New?
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Welcome New Members

 Robert Pest Management – Sudbury

 Well Done Pest Control – Mississauga

 Reliable Pest Control – Alliston

 Ecopest Canada – Brampton

 Awesome Pest Control – Maple

 The Exterminators Inc – Toronto

 Barrier Pest Control – Bradford

 Strategic Pest Solutions – Belle River

 Blue Mountain Pest Control – Meaford

 TruTech Pest Control – Toronto

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Pandemic Pest Control

Please find an excellent document and resource attached for anyone wondering about performing pest management during the pandemic.

Pest control companies are still permitted to operate as we fall under at least two of the categories:

Maintenance

• Maintenance, repair and property management services that manage and maintain the safety, security, sanitation and operation of institutional, commercial, industrial and residential properties and buildings

Agriculture and Food Production

• Businesses that support the food or agricultural products supply chains and the health and safety of food, animals and plants

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Licensing Exams

Currently all licensing exams are postponed till further notice due to the pandemic. Ridgetown College might be looking into providing online CORE exams which would grant Technician Status according to the Pesticides Act, if the current provincial restrictions continue. Here is the contact info and link for Ridgetown College and the Ontario Pesticide Training if anyone has any questions or requires more info:

https://www.ontariopesticide.com
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Reminder that many certification courses are being offered online such as WHMIS, Working at Heights, first aid etc. Great time to be getting certifications or recertifying yourself or staff.

https://www.whsc.on.ca/Training

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