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Town of Whitby delegates emergency authority to mayor, CAO due to coronavirus:Mayor: 'If hard decisions are being made.... I really want you (councillors) to share in that, trust me'
Mayor: 'If hard decisions are being made.... I really want you (councillors) to share in that, trust me'
Ontario promotes free mental health portal during coronavirus pandemic:Big White Wall offers peer-to-peer support for anxiety, depression
Big White Wall offers peer-to-peer support for anxiety, depression
Oshawa City Hall visits now by appointment only, animal services closed to public
OSHAWA — Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Oshawa has closed the doors to city hall, restricting access to “by appointment only” for services that can't be delayed, such as burial certificates.The city announced the changes late Monday afternoon. The
Hamilton's COVID-19 cases jumps to 10; city reduces transit service, limits social gatherings
Officials say all of the city's COVID-19 positive cases are travel related.
'No new eviction orders will be issued until further notice': Ontario suspends evictions during COVID-19 outbreak
Evictions orders in Ontario have been put on hold, and there could be a stop to new orders in light of COVID-19.In an email to the Mercury Tribune Monday evening, Jesse Robichaud, spokesperson for the Office of the Attorney General, said the prov
Brampton and Mississauga clubs ordered to close, restaurants can only do takeout amid coronavirus outbreak:Businesses face $5,000 per day fine for defying order
Following a Peel Public Health advisory, Mississauga and Brampton entertainment and food businesses are being directed to stop in-person service or close amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
They bought up Lysol wipes and resold them online for a profit. Now Amazon has blocked their account
VANCOUVER—A Vancouver couple who’ve spent the last few weeks cleaning out Costco store shelves of Lysol cleaning products and reselling them at higher prices on Amazon have had their account suspended, the online retail giant said Friday.
Toronto’s medical officer of health asks bars to close, restaurants to do takeout and delivery only
Toronto’s medical officer of health is asking restaurants to move to takeout, delivery only and for all bars, nightclubs and theatres to close.Dr. Eileen de Villa warned closures could be ordered for establishments that defied her recommendation
HC-HY Flamborough relaunches as Healthy Youth Network:Organization's strength is partnerships, says Deathe
Healthy Community-Healthy Youth Flamborough has rebranded as the Healthy Youth Network.
‘Fed up’ residents ready to stem Webster’s Falls invasion:Conservation authority urged to hire ecologist to set Spencer visitor cap
A Greensville resident says neighbours of the Spencer Gorge are tired of being overrun by tourists and some “are ready to do whatever they need to do” if the Hamilton Conservation Authority won’t stem the flow.
Brampton councillors support closing borders to foreign travellers as coronavirus cases in Peel surge:Ottawa bars most foreign nationals from entering Canada
One day after calling on the federal government to ban non-Canadian travellers from entering the country amid the global COVID-19 pandemic, Brampton councillors were pleased to hear Ottawa final close the borders — at least in part.On Monday, Mar
Police outline coronavirus impacts on operations in Northumberland:Some non-emergency calls to be processed over the phone instead of having officer attend: Cobourg police
There have been no disruptions to the day-to-day operations of police in Cobourg and Port Hope due to COVID-19.
Brighton to close most of its facilities due to coronavirus pandemic
The Municipality of Brighton has opted to shut down most of its facilities due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Coronavirus update Port Hope: What residents should know
Here's what's happening in Port Hope at the municipal level in response to COVID-19 concerns.
Brighton library branches closed until further notice
Brighton Public Library CEO Heather Ratz announced on Monday morning the closure of both branches until further notice due the COVID-19 pandemic.
Northumberland provincial offences court matters postponed amid coronavirus pandemic
If you have a matter scheduled before the provincial court between now and April 3, it has been adjourned due to coronavirus.
Neighbour to Neighbour Centre food bank on Hamilton Mountain remains open
The COVID-19 virus is affecting operations at Neighbour to Neighbour Centre and the Hamilton Community Food Centre.
'I'm actually very surprised': Flamborough shoppers remark on calm after COVID-19 grocery rush
Empty shelves at Flamborough grocery stores may be a new reality for the foreseeable future as COVID-19 cases increase across the province.
Visits to long-term care homes and other facilities restricted due to COVID-19
Long-term care homes and residential treatment centres started restricting visits on Saturday after Ontario’s chief medical officer of health recommended they only allow “essential visitors” in an effort to combat the threat posed by COVID-19.
Should I let my teen go to the mall? Two Toronto epidemiologists help you navigate March break at home with your kids
With a super-sized three-week March break coming up for Toronto children thanks to the COVID-19 outbreak, you may be wondering: What’s safe to do with my kids, and what should I be worried about?
Coronavirus cases increase in Mississauga and Brampton
The Ministry of Health is reporting five pending positive cases of coronavirus in Peel.
UPDATED: Niagara has second confirmed case of COVID-19:Women in her 50s in self-isolation after positive test
Niagara has its second confirmed case of COVID-19.A 55-year-old woman, who had recently traveled to Egypt, tested positive for the novel coronavirus at Niagara Health’s St. Catharines site, according to Niagara Region Public Health. Acting med
5 new confirmed coronavirus cases in Ottawa March 15
The government announced 39 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 on the morning of Sunday, March 15, five of which are in Ottawa.
Two more confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Durham brings the total to seven:Five of the seven cases were confirmed this weekend
Two women who recently returned from New York state are Durham's latest cases of COVID-19
University of Toronto Mississauga cancels in-person classes because of coronavirus
In-person classes cancelled at UTM.
Hamilton has four additional cases of coronavirus
City closed started March 15 senior centres, recreation centres and arenas to prevent the spread of the virus.
Unafraid tourists brave Clifton Hill despite growing coronavirus concerns:Select Niagara Falls facilities have closed
Kathy Ellis wasn’t concerned about contracting the coronavirus (COVID-19) while enjoying the sights and sounds of Clifton Hill.
Don't do these 3 things if you have coronavirus symptoms
If you have COVID-19 symptoms, which can include fever, cough and difficulty breathing, here’s what Peel Public Health and other health agencies say you shouldn’t do.
'We are experiencing very high volumes': Brampton COVID-19 Assessment Centre seeing up to 20 people per hour:Peel Public Health advises when to call public health, when to get tested, when to go to em
The COVID-19 Assessment Centre at Peel Memorial is testing between 15 to 20 people per hour, and some are being told to return the following day because the centre has "reached capacity" of people it is able to see in a day.
What a week: A look back at how COVID-19 shut down schools, sports leagues and everything in between:How COVID-19 precautions escalated from Monday to Friday
From closing schools to two weeks after March break to closing major tourist destinations and local rec centres, this week's decisions impact every Ontarian
Your survival guide to grocery shopping during the coronavirus pandemic
Hectic parking lots, long lines, empty shelves and congested aisles: This is your survival guide to grocery shopping in the dawn of toilet paper hoarders and sanitizer smugglers.
St. Catharines students party on amid coronavirus concerns:Annual St. Patrick’s Day street party a tamer affair
The party goes on for students amid COVID-19 concerns.
No plan yet to close Toronto’s malls despite large crowds advisory:An employee of a Sherway Gardens store has tested positive for COVID-19
Two of the biggest shopping mall owners in the country say they have no plans to shut down their malls despite an Ontario government recommendation against large gatherings of people because of COVID-19. Movie theatres and some restaurants, meanwhile, are cutting capacity to keep customers further apart.
Health unit concludes investigation into Barrie man who tested positive for COVID-19:As of March 14, no new cases has been discovered in the Simcoe Muskoka region
As of March 14, no new cases has been discovered in the Simcoe Muskoka region.
Metrolinx to reduce GO Transit service in response to coronavirus outbreak
Metrolinx announced Friday it will reduce GO Transit service in response to the COVID-19 outbreak, while Toronto-area transit users were left with mixed messages about what they should do to protect themselves from the virus.
Three new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Durham:This brings the total number of cases in Durham to five
Lakeridge Health says there was "no risk of exposure"
Beaver Valley Ski Club closes after member tests positive for COVID-19:Two member families have also been tested for the virus. Results are unknown.
Two member families have also been tested for the virus. Results are unknown.
Hamilton Mayor Fred Eisenberger urges transit task force to make recommendations public
Hamilton Transit Task Force is scheduled to reveal its recommendations on what to do with the $1 billion in capital funding allocated to a new light rail system by the former Liberal government before the Progressive Conservatives derailed the project in December.
Mirvish Productions halts 'Hamilton' and other shows amid COVID-19 pandemic
The hit-show “Hamilton” won’t be performed at the Mirvish theatre anytime soon now that Toronto’s largest theatrical production company announced it’s shutting down shows for the next four weeks.
One new pending case of coronavirus in Peel
The Ministry of Health is reporting one pending positive cases of coronavirus in Peel.
Two new coronavirus cases reported in Ottawa March 14
The Ontario government reported that there are two new confirmed COVID-19 cases in Ottawa on the morning of Saturday, March 14.
Many events cancelled, but the show goes on for Mirvish’s Hamilton
Most of Toronto’s major cultural institutions followed the lead of major league sports teams and shuttered their doors in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, but for Mirvish Productions, the show goes on, including for Hamilton, the hottest ticket in town.
Shelters, food banks struggle to prevent coronavirus infection and continue services
Toronto’s shelters and food banks are working to contain the spread of COVID-19, while struggling to maintain services to some of the city’s most vulnerable residents who don’t have a place to isolate or the means to stockpile food.
CLEARING UP CONFUSION: Here's what you should do about COVID-19
Are you clear on when to get tested for COVID-19 and when to go to the Emergency Department or what to do if you have travelled?
COVID-19 virus concerns cancel Sunderland Maple Syrup Festival:Organizers cite public health. safety worries
The Sunderland Maple Syrup Festival has been cancelled due to growing fears surrounding the COVID-19 virus.
UPDATE: First case of coronavirus confirmed in Northumberland: Health unit:Northumberland Hills Hospital working to open new COVID-19 assessment centre
First case of COVID-19 confirmed in Northumberland. A woman in her 60s has tested positive for the coronavirus.
Brock Township to close facilities as coronavirus precaution:Three-week closure effective midnight Saturday to help curb the spread of COVID-19
Brock Township is closing its municipal facilities for the next three weeks to help curb the spread of COVID-19.
City shuts March Break camps, daycares, libraries; Mayor John Tory to self-isolate
All licensed daycares, libraries, and community and recreation centres in Toronto will be closed as of 12:01 a.m. Saturday, the city’s medical officer of health announced Friday.
Dundas Columbia College school conversion subject of open house:Traffic study results among topics of discussion
Traffic study results among topics of discussion
UTM cancelling in-person classes, Sheridan suspends classes for a week over coronavirus
The University of Toronto Mississauga is cancelling in-person classes while Sheridan College will suspend classes for a week in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
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