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Ontario’s COVID-19 Response Hampered by ‘Delays and Confusion in Decision-Making:’ AG
Ontario’s auditor general says the province’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic was slower and more reactive than that of other provinces, hampered by “delays and confusion in… Read more »
November 30: See the Last Lunar Eclipse of 2020
Weather permitting, you can experience a penumbral lunar eclipse on November 30, 2020. This is the fourth lunar eclipse of 2020. The best part is, you will be able to see the eclipse irrespective of your location in Canada.
Toronto Small Businesses Turn to Stunts as Desperation Mounts Amid COVID-19 Lockdowns
Business owners in Toronto are turning to stunts and dramatic measures in an effort to stay afloat amid renewed lockdown measures put in place by the Ontario… Read more »
Ontario Appoints Retired Gen. Rick Hillier to Lead Province’s Vaccine Rollout
Ontario has appointed retired Gen. Rick Hillier to lead the province’s vaccine rollout. Hillier previously served as the chief of defence staff of the Canadian Forces for… Read more »
Shoe Retailer Caleres to Close 133 Naturalizer Stores in U.S., Canada
More than 130 Naturalizer stores in the United States and Canada will be closed by early 2021 as Caleres Inc. adopts a digital sales strategy for the… Read more »
What is Open & Closed: Lockdown Restrictions for Toronto & Peel Region Starting Nov 23
As COVID-19 cases are increasing in Toronto and Peel regions, the government is moving Peel Public Health and Toronto Public Health into Lockdown effective Monday, November 23,… Read more »
Trudeau Warns That COVID 19 Crisis Could Determine Canada’s Future
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canada’s future hangs in the balance if people don’t reduce their contacts to rein in the spread of COVID-19. Trudeau addressed reporters… Read more »
Singh Calls for End to for-Profit Long-Term Care Homes Owned by Government
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh and union officials are calling on the federal government to put a stop to its role in for-profit long-term care homes, where deadly… Read more »
Be Careful With Buy Now, Pay Later Deals for Nominal Purchases: Experts
Online shoppers may have recently noticed new options on the checkout pages of their favourite retailers: buy now, pay later. In addition to standard payment methods like… Read more »
CFIB Calls for Freeze on Canada Pension Plan Premiums Set to Rise on Jan. 1
The Canadian Federation of Independent Business has asked the federal government to hold Canada Pension Plan premiums at current levels next year when they’re scheduled to rise…. Read more »
Enbridge Gas to Blend Hydrogen With Natural Gas for Consumers in Markham, Ont.
Consumers in the Markham area of southern Ontario will soon be receiving a little hydrogen to go with the natural gas they use to fuel their furnaces and hot water heaters.
Daniel Levy Lands Spot on People’s Sexiest Man Alive List
“Schitt’s Creek” co-creator Daniel Levy has been named one of People’s sexiest men alive.
Kraft Heinz Says Production of Its Iconic Condiment Heinz Ketchup to Return to Canada
Production of Heinz Ketchup is coming back to Canada, six years after the maker of the iconic tomato condiment moved its manufacturing to the United States. Kraft… Read more »
Nunavut Orders Shutdown of Non-Essential Businesses, Schools
Nunavut is ordering a two-week shutdown of non-essential businesses and schools due to the spread of COVID-19.
Peel Region Pledges Fines for Businesses Who Violate Public Health Rules
Peel Region’s top doctor says businesses who do not follow public health rules aimed at stopping the spread of COVID-19 will face fines. Dr. Laurence Loh, The… Read more »
More Regions in Red Zone as Ontario Lowers Thresholds for Stricter COVID-19 Measures Under New Tiered System
Ontario is lowering the thresholds for imposing stricter COVID-19 measures under its colour-coded framework in light of what Premier Doug Ford calls “alarming” new projections. The changes… Read more »
Ontario Reduces Cost of 2021 Ontario Parks Seasonal Day-Use Vehicle Permits
Ontario has announced that the province is reducing the price of the popular seasonal day-use vehicle permits by up to 36 per cent and increasing the number… Read more »
Friday the 13th Bikers Descend on Port Dover, Ont., Despite Pleas To Stay Away
The frequent roar of motorcycles drowned out warnings from politicians who had called on bikers to sit out their traditional Friday the 13th pilgrimage to this otherwise… Read more »
COVID-19: Rules & Restrictions for Toronto Under the Modified Red Zone Starting November 14th
The City of Toronto’s Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Eileen de Villa announced a number of public health measures to be introduced when the City of Toronto… Read more »
You Can Now Rent Cineplex Theatre for ‘Private Movie Nights’
Want to plan a private movie screening for your COVID-19 bubble with a whole Cineplex auditorium to yourselves? Cineplex has announced private movie nights, wherein Canadians can… Read more »
Pay $2999 in Toronto and $8878 in Windsor for a $500K House: 2020 Property Tax Rates in Ontario
Zoocasa, a full-service brokerage has released an analysis of the property tax rate in 35 Ontario cities. According to the report, residents of the City of Toronto pay… Read more »
You Can Now Buy Tim Hortons Hockey Barbie Dolls and Barbie Donuts
Tim Hortons Hockey Barbie dolls are now available at participating restaurants across Canada. Tim Hortons will donate 100 per cent of Tim Hortons’ net proceeds donated to… Read more »
This is How Toronto Bylaw Team is Adapting To Changing Rules
For Toronto’s bylaw enforcement officers, the pandemic has meant working long hours and quickly adapting to evolving rules aimed at curbing the spread of COVID-19, the head… Read more »
Toronto Extends Ban on Indoor Dining, Fitness Classes as Previous Restrictions Expire
Toronto residents should stay home as much as possible to combat surging COVID-19 infections, city officials said Tuesday, as they announced the extension of several restrictions including… Read more »