Bruce County is working with a team from the University of Guelph to gain insight into the unique impacts of COVID-19 on residents in rural communities. Bruce County Human Services Director Christine MacDonald says they want to understand which services should be prioritized to meet the needs of residents.
A survey is being launched September 27, 2021, and will also be sent to households and launched online. It will look at the impacts to jobs, employment and the overall economic outcomes related to COVID-19. The project is in partnership with a University of Guelph team led by Dr. Leith Deacon in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development
A survey is being launched online on throughout the County.
“Participation in this survey will help us understand the impacts to jobs, employment and the overall economic outcomes in our communities generated by COVID-19. This will help us identify the needs of our residents and businesses and how we can best assist them moving forward,” says Mark Paoli, Director of Planning and Development at Bruce County.
The survey asks residents about life before and since COVID-19 to provide data that will hopefully assist in enhancing program development that is focused on the unique needs of the community.
“Bruce County is here to support and assist residents and businesses as we navigate the impacts of COVID-19,” says Warden Janice Jackson. “As we begin to move towards recovery, hearing feedback from our residents is essential for understanding their needs.”
The research project will give residents a voice and identify the needs of the community. We are all in this together. Stay healthy, stay safe and stay resilient.
Visit https://wh1.snapsurveys.com/s.asp?k=163179834495 to have your say.