554 new cases of COVID-19 resported for today, Tuesday, Sept 29

The number of new COVID-19 infections in Ontario has dropped to the 500s after the province recorded its highest single-day case count since the start of the pandemic. Health officials reported 554 new cases today. Premier Doug Ford says the Government is making a number of substantial investments.

Ford says it is the most robust and extensive plan in the country.

Meanwhile, the Rainbow District School Board says they’re now using the Province of Ontario’s new school screening tool for COVID-19. While the board previously had its own screening tool, the screening tool can be accessed through the board’s website.