Toronto Mayor John Tory declared a state of emergency Monday in response to the growing COVID-19 crisis — a move that will grant him greater powers to enforce social isolation.

The decision was announced shortly after Ontario Premier Doug Ford ordered the mandatory closure of all non-essential workspaces in the province.

Here’s a look at how other cities and provinces across Canada are taking steps to slow the spread of the coronavirus.

Vancouver

Vancouver city council unanimously approved a motion on Monday to impose severe fines on violators of the municipal state of emergency bylaw — up to $50,000 for businesses and $1,000 for individuals.

“Now is the time to: shut down, stay put, save lives,” Mayor Kennedy Stewart tweeted.

The Vancouver park board also closed all public outdoor recreation facilities within parks and beaches. British Columbia also issued a ban on large public gatherings and ordered events with more than 50 people to be cancelled.

Calgary

In Calgary, all playgrounds were closed as of Monday, and some homeless people were moved into hotels.

On March 15, the city declared a state of local emergency which meant that all city-run facilities, such as libraries, were forced to close. Businesses like restaurants and bars were also required to reduce their capacity.

Regina

Regina city council has declared a local emergency and closed all public facilities. Gatherings of more than five people are prohibited.

Restaurants, bars, and nightclubs are closed except for takeout and delivery services only, and retail stores, such as clothing and furniture stores, are closed except for delivery.

Quebec

Premier François Legault ordered a shutdown of all in-person business activity in the province, except for essential services like grocery stores and pharmacies.

People living in senior homes are not be allowed to leave their residences. Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante also said that all public facilities, such as libraries and pools, are closed.

Nova Scotia

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The province has declared a state of emergency and police are now allowed to enforce orders of social distancing and self-isolation, and violators can face hefty fines.

Effective Monday, anyone travelling to the province from any other point in Canada or the world will have to self-isolate.

Social gatherings of more than five people are also banned. Non-essential businesses are allowed to remain open, but only as long as a two-metre distance can be kept between individuals — the recommended number for social distancing.