Alexander Leach, Editor
The Council of the Township of Whitewater Region heard a recommendation that the RC VTAC model be supported further.
Reeve Regier said that the initiative started during the pandemic to handle the influx of Covid-19 cases.
“This has been such an asset to the County of Renfew. It’s keeping our hospital’s emergency facilities at bay.”
“Everybody is looking at this project right now and looking at how to use it in our own areas.” she said, noting that the provinces and areas outside of canada are looking at it.
Charlene Jackson praised the program’s efficiency. “It’s very well run. The staff is very well educated as to who should call back.”
Mayor Moore cautioned that the pandemic was still going on, and the program would be needed to weather further cases.
“We can’t let our guard down. We have to remain vigilant.”
The vote was called and it passed unanimously.
