- Individuals who have symptoms of COVID-19 OR tested positive on a COVID-19 test should self-isolate
- If self-isolation is complete after 5 days, the following guidelines should be followed, regardless of vaccination status or age:
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- Do continue to wear a well-fitted mask in all public settings.
- Do not visit anyone who is immunocompromised or at higher risk of illness.
- Do not visit any highest-risk settings such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, retirement homes, First Nation elder care lodges, group homes, shelters, hospices, or correctional institutions.
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These guidelines should be followed for 10 days from the onset of symptoms.
| Isolation Period |
Population |
| 5 days after the date of positive test or symptom onset (whichever is earlier) | · Fully vaccinated individuals
· Children under the age of 12 |
| 10 days after the date of positive test or symptom onset (whichever is earlier) | · Individuals 12+ who are not fully vaccinated
· Immunocompromised · Hospitalized for COVID-19 related illness |
| 20 days after the date of positive test or symptom onset (whichever is earlier) | · Severe illness (requiring ICU level of care)
· Severe immune compromise |