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 »
U of T Test Confirms ‘Self Cleaning’ TrioMed Mask Deactivates Coronavirus; Masks Available Online to Purchase
i3 BioMedical Inc. says the University of Toronto scientists tested and established that the virus SARS-CoV-2, which causes Covid-19, cannot be recovered after being applied to the… Read more »
Quebec Company Begins Human Testing of ‘Vegan’ COVID-19 Vaccine Based on Tobacco-Like Plant
Medicago, a Quebec biopharmaceutical company says the company has started Phase 1 clinical trials of COVID-19 vaccine. Drugmakers are racing to make a successful vaccine; with… Read more »
Toronto Cancels All Major Events Until September 30; Nuit Blanche to be Held Virtually
The City of Toronto has announced that the City is cancelling all City-led and City-permitted outdoor special events through September 30. All outdoor special event permits through… Read more »
Riverdale Farm, High Park Zoo and Toronto’s Conservatories to Reopen on July 14th
Mayor Tory announced that Riverdale Farm, High Park Zoo and the City’s conservatories will open Tuesday, July 14. The city has installed signage to reinforce physical distancing… Read more »
Students at St. Francis Xavier University Protest Wording of COVID-19 Waiver
A group of students, alumni and some staff at St. Francis Xavier University are pushing back against a legal waiver that students are required to sign if they want… Read more »
List of Activities and Businesses Allowed to Reopen During Stage 3 in Ontario
Twenty four regions of Ontario will enter Stage 3 on Friday, July 17, 2020. Jurisdictions in Stage 3 can hold indoor gatherings of up to 50 people… Read more »