In this challenging and constantly changing business environment, the West Niagara Chambers of Commerce want to support our Members by providing relevant and up-to-date information. This includes government announcements and support programs, resources, webinars, surveys, and other important updates.

This is a collaborative email to share information that applies to our memberships at large, sent on behalf of the Grimsby Chamber, Lincoln Chamber, and West Lincoln Chamber.
COVID-19 Rapid Screening Program
The Grimsby, Lincoln, and West Lincoln Chambers of Commerce are collaborating to roll out the Rapid Screening Program to our local business communities. We are incredibly proud to be working together to bring this important program to our businesses and to be part of the solution to keeping our communities safe.
What is the Rapid Screening Program?
Through the Rapid Screening Program, businesses with fewer than 150 employees can receive FREE rapid screening kits, also known as rapid antigen tests, which detect the presence or absence of an antigen.

Rapid testing is not the same as PCR (polymerase chain reaction) testing; it is meant to be used as an additional line of defense, returning results in 15 minutes.

The use of rapid testing also does not negate the commitment to other workplace safety measures such as screening, physical distancing, protective equipment, and handwashing. The purpose of these kits is to help detect asymptomatic cases that would have otherwise gone undetected and to prevent outbreaks.
How does the program work?
Steps that must be taken to receive your kit:

  1. Select a representative from your company to be the “Screening Supervisor” responsible for the program.
  2. The Screening Supervisor will be required to watch this Public Health training video.
  3. The Screening Supervisor will then sign up for the program on the Grimsby Chamber of Commerce webpage. All Screening Supervisors in West Niagara will sign up through this webpage. You will be asked whether you would like to pick up your kits in either Grimsby OR Beamsville. West Lincoln businesses can pick up from either location.
  4. The Screening Supervisor must complete the Program Agreement form (PASP) available on the webpage. PASP forms are specific to your pickup location.
  5. The Screening Supervisor must then fill out the Provincial Antigen Screening Program Agreement and Waiver. Please print out these forms and bring them with you when you pick up your kits.
  6. The Screening Supervisor will book a 15-minute appointment window to pick up a two-week supply of kits and will receive a confirmation email after booking.
  • The two pickup locations are The Peach King Centre in Grimsby and the Lincoln Community Centre in Beamsville.
  • The Grimsby location will be open for pickups starting Thursday, June 10. Book your appointment now.
  • The Beamsville location will be opening starting Tuesday, June 22, and will run Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 AM to 3 PM.

After you receive your kit:

  1. Employees will administer the test themselves, with a gentle nasal swab, under the guidance of their Screening Supervisor. Test results will be ready in 15 minutes.
  2. Anyone who tests presumed positive, or inconclusive, is directed to self-isolate and get a PCR (standard) test as soon as possible.
  3. The Screening Supervisor will report the total number of tests completed, number of positive tests, number of negative tests, etc. on this webpage. Employees are generally tested twice per week.

Report your Results: The Screening Supervisor can reorder kits using the website portal; kits cannot be reordered if weekly results have not been reported.
Window Decals
At pickup, your Screening Supervisor will also be given a window decal to place on your storefront to show customers that you are helping to keep the community, customers, your employees, and your families safe by participating in the Rapid Screening Program and reducing the spread of COVID-19.

Above are examples of Grimsby and West Lincoln's window decals.
Let's work to stop the spread, West Niagara community!
The West Niagara Chambers are pleased to partner with the Town of Grimsby, the Town of Lincoln, and the Rotary Club of Lincoln to bring you this program.

We thank these organizations for making it possible to distribute these kits to our business community.
Grimsby & District Chamber of Commerce

Executive Director
Lincoln
Chamber of Commerce

Executive Director
West Lincoln
Chamber of Commerce

Executive Director
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