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The City of Hamilton released a list of where residents can call to report instances where social distancing practices are not being observed or businesses that might be taking advantage of the current situation under the spectre of COVID-19.

On Tuesday (March 31), the city tweeted out a series of phone numbers where concerned residents can report.

On Monday, the city tweeted that Municipal Law Enforcement (MLE) and Hamilton Police will be focussing on compliance in the coming weeks.

"They will be encouraging everyone to follow the Provincial Orders relative to essential services including not having people gathering in groups larger than 5 as now directed by order," the City tweeted.

"The MLE will use a progressive enforcement approach if they do not obtain compliance or there is a repeated offence, and charges may be laid. Fines of up to $750 per individual may be applied, while corporations could face fines up to $500,000."

There were some mixed reactions to the City calling on people to report on their fellow citizens.

"Authorities should have better things to do than run around responding to busy bodies," Tweeted one resident. "Make sure you are right before calling."

"It should be illegal to anonymously complain I will not be ratting on my neighbours," tweeted another.

On the other end of the spectrum, others applauded the city's initiative.

"To y’all that think this is a joke. I’m immune compromised and stuck inside my home!!!! Anxiety is high and going stir crazy!," Tweeted one resident in favour of having this support.

Here are the numbers provided by the City of Hamilton: