This applies to test positive (PCR, rapid molecular, or rapid antigen) or clinical symptom diagnostic algorithm positive. Changes to ministry guidance include elimination of minimum isolation periods for most cases. Here’s a summary of current guidance: Individuals who have symptoms of ANY respiratory illness should stay home until symptoms have been improving for at least 24 hours (48 hours if nausea, vomiting or diarrhea) If they have a fever, they should stay home until the fever is completely gone. Avoid non-essential visits to vulnerable people for a full 10 days starting the day after symptoms appear. Symptomatic and test-positive individuals should wear a mask when in public spaces for 10 days from the start of symptoms/positive test result For those who are hospitalized, immunocompromised or reside in a highest-risk setting (i.e., acute care, long-term care and retirement homes, group homes, shelters, etc.), 10-day isolation remains and symptoms must be improving as noted above. Note: does not include primary care (see points above which apply to Primary Care, and page 7 of Guidance). For healthcare workers in highest-risk settings referenced above: Close contacts of someone with a positive COVID test or symptoms may work in their highest-risk work setting if asymptomatic. No change to isolation requirements for symptomatic or test positive individuals who work in highest-risk settings – may return to work 10 days after onset of symptoms or positive test result. Testing for clearance is generally not recommended. See Appendix A of Guidance for more, including options for critical staffing shortages and workplace measures for reducing risk.