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We understand this time can be extremely difficult for everyone, especially for business owners. The Government has been actively working on ways to limit the economic blow caused by COVID-19, and we’re going to provide you with a little breakdown of them. Extended Grace Periods for Property Taxes & Utility Bills The City of Toronto […]

In these uncertain times, the East End is finding new ways to channel our relentless drive to dig deep, come together and give back. Michael Garron Hospital Foundation and Toronto Hustle are hosting a 24-hour virtual ride to #CRUSHCOVID.​ As an East Ender, cyclist, and your Toronto City Councillor, I’m doing my part by riding the full 24-hours and […]

Following advice from Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, the original list of essential businesses was shortened on April 3, 2020. This step was taken to further contain COVID-19 and protect people. All businesses not identified on this list must close operations of their brick and mortar stores by 11:59 p.m. Saturday, April 4, 2020. […]

Yesterday’s order of shutting down all non-essential services by Ontario Premier Doug Ford was the next step taken to contain COVID-19, however, it left some people wondering what’s considered an “essential service”. Any workplace not on this list will be forced to close down by 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, March 24. Here’s the list as written by […]