COVID-19 self-assessment result

1. Testing information

You do not need to get tested, unless otherwise recommended by public health or your employer.

If you live or work in a high-risk setting, you may be eligible for testing (for example, hospitals, long-term care homes, retirement homes, congregate living settings).

Learn about testing

2. Stay home, unless you have been recommended to get tested

This is called self-isolation. You could be carrying the virus without knowing it and spread it to people in your community.

Do not go into public spaces unless it is for a critical reason (like going to a testing location or for a medical emergency).

These are general guidelines.

If you or someone in the home has COVID-19 symptoms but no known exposure to COVID-19

If you are fully vaccinated or aged 11 or younger: stay home for 5 days and until your symptoms have been improving for at least 24 hours. The 5 days start from the date symptoms began.

If you are partially vaccinated, unvaccinated, or immunocompromised: stay home for 10 days. The 10 days start from the date symptoms began.

In both cases, all of your household members (regardless of vaccination status) will need to stay home for the duration of this isolation period.

If you were exposed to a COVID-19-positive person

If they live with you: you should stay home for the duration of the person's isolation period.

If they do not live with you: you should stay home for 10 days from last exposure. If you are aged 11 or younger, you should stay home for 5 days from last exposure.

If you tested positive for COVID-19

If you are fully vaccinated or aged 11 or younger: stay home for 5 days. The 5 days start from the date you tested positive if you have no symptoms, or from when your symptoms began (whichever is sooner).

If you are partially vaccinated, unvaccinated, or immunocompromised: stay home for 10 days. The 10 days start from the date you tested positive if you have no symptoms, or from when your symptoms began (whichever is sooner).

In both cases, all of your household members (regardless of vaccination status) will need to stay home for the duration of this isolation period.

Face coverings and masks

• use one when you are on the way to get a test or visit a hospital
• cover your mouth, nose, and chin
• do not touch it without washing or sanitizing your hands first
• learn how to wear and use face coverings and masks This link will open in a new window

Groceries, medications, and essential items

• get someone who does not live with you to deliver these items
• place orders over the phone or online
• do not go into stores or supermarkets in person

Work and workspaces

• work from home (if possible)
• if you cannot work from home, call your manager and occupational health and safety representative
• let them know you have been instructed to self-isolate
• discuss your next steps with them to make sure you and your company are taking the right safety precautions
• find out if you are eligible for job-protected infectious disease emergency leave (your employer cannot fire you for taking this leave)

People you do not live with

• only contact them over the phone or online
• do not invite them over or socialize in person

Get more tips on how to safely self-isolate.This link will open in a new window

3. Monitor your health

Pay attention to your health and note if anything changes for 10 days.

Your doctor or the testing location will tell you your next steps and if you need to be re-tested.

Most COVID-19 illnesses are mild. If you start to experience worsening symptoms, please visit your local emergency department. Call before you go and let them know you have used this self-assessment.

Roommates and family you live with

• they should note any changes to their health too (this is called self-monitoring)