Poll Suggests Parents Want Students to Don Masks at School in Fall
Almost two-third of parents in a new poll say they believe that children returning to school in the fall should wear masks at least part of the… Read more »
Provincial Government Spending $2 Million for Drive-In Space at Ontario Place
The provincial government says it’s investing $2 million for socially distanced summer activities at Ontario Place, which will include a drive-in version of the Toronto International Film… Read more »
Feds Increase Canada Child Benefit (CCB) For 2020-21 Year Effective July 20
Minister of Families, Children and Social Development Ahmed Hussen, announced that it is increasing Canada Child Benefit (CCB) effective July 20 for the 2020–21 benefit year to… Read more »
List of Regions in Ontario (Map) That Can Move to Stage 3
Government of Ontario announced effective Friday, July 17, 2020 at 12:01 a.m., select public health regions in Ontario can move to stage 3 of reopening. 24 regions… Read more »
Environment Canada Issues Tornado Warning for Parts of Southern Ontario
Environment Canada is warning of the risk of tornadoes forming in southwestern and south central Ontario. The agency calls it a dangerous and potentially life-threatening situation. Severe… Read more »
Five Arrested After Brampton Sneaker Sale Results in Gunpoint Car Jacking
Five people have been arrested in connection with a robbery and car jacking in Brampton, Ont., early Friday. The incident occurred shortly before 3 a.m. following a meeting… Read more »
Toronto Wants Mandatory Masks in Restaurants, Bars, Early Closing When it Enters Stage 3 of Reopening
Masks should be mandatory inside restaurants and bars in Toronto when indoor dining and drinking is again allowed, Mayor John Tory said on Sunday. In a letter… Read more »
Blue Jays Not Allowed to Play Games in Canada
The Blue Jays can’t play home games in Toronto this season after the federal government rejected the club’s plan to use Rogers Centre on Saturday. While the government… Read more »
Three Charged With Mischief After Statues in Queen’s Park Are Covered in Paint During Protest
Three protesters were charged with mischief on Saturday after supporters of Black Lives Matter threw paint on several statues, including one of Canada’s first prime minister, Sir… Read more »
July 17: Alberta Records More Than 100 Daily COVID Cases for Second Day in a Row
Alberta is reporting another jump of more than 100 new COVID-19 cases in one day. The province says there are 105 new infections and two more people have… Read more »
B.C. Premier Apologizes, Says He Misspoke on Comments About Drug Addiction
British Columbia’s premier is apologizing for comments he made Thursday comparing the COVID-19 pandemic to the province’s ongoing opioid crisis. B.C. set a new record of 175… Read more »
Toronto Company Hoping Tom Hanks Has ‘Big’ Impact as Physical Distance Marker
It could be “A Beautiful Day In The Neighbourhood” if you come across a life-sized decal of Tom Hanks in downtown Toronto. Images of the Oscar-winning actor have… Read more »
COVID-19: Outdoor Concerts, Hot Tubs, Indoor Trade Shows Allowed in Alberta Starting July 17th
Dr. Deena Hinshaw has announced that indoor exhibits and trade shows, outdoor vocal concerts, wind instrument performances, outdoor hot tubs and whirlpools are allowed to reopen effective July 17th in Alberta.
Cornwallis Statue, Park and Street Need to Go: Halifax Task Force
A statue dedicated to Halifax founder Edward Cornwallis should be permanently removed from the public square and a street and park in the city honouring him should be renamed, a… Read more »
ParksPlayTO & Summer in the 6IX: Toronto Launches Free Outdoor Summer Programs
The city of Toronto is launching two free outdoor recreation programs – ParksPlayTO and Summer in the 6IX – for Toronto children and youth at 100 local… Read more »
Two Endangered Red Panda Cubs Born at Toronto Zoo
The Toronto Zoo says a two-year-old red panda named Ila gave birth to two healthy cubs earlier this week. The zoo says it is the first time… Read more »
Art Gallery of Ontario Giving Away Free Annual Pass to Essential Workers
Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) is thanking front-line workers by giving away free AGO Annual Pass to essential workers. The pass is valid for a year and… Read more »
Toronto to Reopen Community Centres and Indoor Pools on July 20
The city of Toronto is reopening community centres, recreation centres and indoor pools on Monday, July 20. A total of 119 community and recreation centres, including 29… Read more »
Manitoba Government Offers More Subsidies for Businesses Hit by COVID-19 and Extends Back To Work Program
The Manitoba government is extending and expanding a wage-subsidy program to spur job creation during the COVID-19 pandemic. Until now, the Back To Work program paid businesses… Read more »
The Explore NB Travel Incentive Program: New Brunswick to Offer Rebates for Travel Within the Province This Summer
The New Brunswick government will be offering rebates to encourage residents to vacation close to home this summer. The Explore NB Travel Incentive program will provide a… Read more »
COVID-19: You Can Now Visit 4 Waterfalls in Hamilton
Hamilton Conservation Authority (HCA) has reopened four waterfalls to the public on July 15th. Best Hiking Trails in Hamilton Must-Visit Nature Attractions and Parks in Hamilton Waterfalls… Read more »
Calgary-Based Private Mobile Lab Offering Blood Testing Services for COVID-19 Antibodies in Alberta and Toronto
A Calgary-based private mobile lab company is offering blood testing to detect antibodies associated with COVID-19. Ichor Blood Services says it charges $75 plus GST for each home collection… Read more »
Edmonton to Distribute 750,000 Free masks Starting July 15
Edmonton Transit Service (ETS) will be distributing 750,000 free non-medical masks as part of the Alberta government’s mask distribution plan. Free masks will be handed out at… Read more »
‘A Miracle:’ 20 Years After Deadly Tornado Alberta Family Thankful for Survival
Twenty years after a tornado swept through a campground at a scenic tree-lined lake in central Alberta, killing a dozen people and turning trailers into kindling, Heather… Read more »