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Ontario is cutting wholesale alcohol prices and freezing its beer tax

Province is also enabling curbside pickup of beer, wine and cider from licensed grocery stores TORONTO, ON, December 15, 2021 — The Ontario government just announced it is supporting businesses impacted by the pandemic and continuing to provide choice and convenience for consumers by cutting...

Sheraton Centre Toronto reopens and reveals stunning images of its transformation

TORONTO, ON – November 15, 2021 – Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel is now welcoming guests again following the first closure in its nearly 50-year history; having closed to safely and.

Toronto mayor endorses making CaféTO permanent and waiving fees for small businesses in 2022

TORONTO, ON, Oct. 20, 2021 - Today, Mayor John Tory has endorsed a City of Toronto report that recommends making the successful CaféTO permanent and waiving permit fees for the.

Our Lady Peace will headline official reopening of Toronto’s legendary El Mocambo

Toronto, ON, October 7, 2021 – El Mocambo Entertainment Inc. along with Michael Wekerle, owner of the beloved El Mocambo just announced today that the legendary venue will welcome the return of major live music events and officially reopen its doors on October 30, for...

Earls Sherway set to open followed by Earls at Yorkdale in 2023

TORONTO, Aug. 23 2021 - Earls Restaurant Group says its highly anticipated launch of Earls Sherway, is set to happen September 15, 2021, and a flagship Earls at Yorkdale will.

Luxury Toronto hotel is opening a gorgeous British gastrobar

TORONTO, August 9, 2021: A reimagined British gastrobar, EPOCH Bar & Kitchen Terrace, will open later this summer, inside The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto. Opening its doors on Wednesday, September 1, 2021,.

A gigantic Toronto patio just opened at Sherway Gardens

TORONTO, July 9, 2021 /CNW/ - With its continued commitment to create inviting community spaces that bring people together, The Lot at CF Sherway Gardens just opened on Friday, July 9. The gigantic 30,000 square foot patio transforms the west parking lot of CF Sherway Gardens,...

Canadian bars & restaurants set to celebrate Bourbon Day on June 14th

TORONTO, June 8, 2021 - "Cheers! Spirits from the USA" campaign, sponsored by the Distilled Spirits Council of the U.S. (DISCUS), is inviting restaurants, bars and American Whiskey fans across.

Toronto CaféTO curb lane installations will begin May 8

Today, Mayor John Tory confirmed the City of Toronto’s CaféTO curb lane installations will begin on Saturday, May 8, as planned to ensure there will be no delay for participating.

Popular Danforth pub closing after 15 years

TORONTO — Another victim of pandemic shutdowns, the Broadview Danforth BIA has announced that the Old Nick Pub a popular neighbourhood gathering place and live music venue has closed its doors after 15 years in the community. The anticipated reopening of indoor dining in Toronto...

Dark Days for Toronto’s live music venues: New study finds venues at risk of business failure

DSVN at The Mod Club Theatre photo by Tobias Wang Study calls for immediate action to support live music venues in Toronto TORONTO, Oct. 8, 2020 /CNW/ - A new.

Possible COVID-19 exposure at Regulars Bar Toronto

TORONTO. ON., Sept. 28, 2020 — Toronto Public Health (TPH) is notifying staff and patrons who visited the Regulars Bar located at 668 King St. W., about a potential exposure.

3 Toronto restaurants and bars ordered closed by city’s Medical Officer of Health

TORONTO, ON., Sept. 28, 2020 — Toronto’s Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Eileen de Villa has issued orders to three restaurant and bar establishments in the City of Toronto to close under Section 22 of the Health Protection and Promotion Act. A fourth establishment is...

Toronto maximizes patio season by allowing portable heaters for CaféTO

City of Toronto maximizes patio season by allowing portable heaters for CaféTO, streamlining overall restaurant patio heater process TORONTO., Sept. 11, 2020 — Toronto maximizes patio season for COVID, streamlines.

45 Toronto live music clubs will receive $1.7 million in tax relief, says Mayor Tory

TORONTO, ON., Aug. 20, 2020 — Today, City of Toronto Mayor John Tory announced that 45 live music venues will receive a combined $1.7 million in property tax relief to.

Cottage life in the city: Toronto Waterfront launches new patio program

TORONTO, ON., July 24, 2020 — Toronto waterfront patio guide — The Toronto Waterfront Business Improvement Area (BIA) has partnered with local restaurants and businesses to create a safe and fun space to enjoy time with friends and family while maintaining social distancing. The BIA...

CaféTO plan creates more space for outdoor dining

PLAN BRINGS MORE VIBRANCY BACK TO MAIN STREETS ALLOWING MORE SIDEWALK SPACE FOR PATIOS TORONTO, ON., June 4, 2020 — Today, Mayor John Tory announced the launch of CaféTO, a.

Toronto launches ShopHERE online store portal

Today, Mayor John Tory announced the launch of ShopHERE, essentially a digital mainstreet program to help an estimated 49,501 Toronto businesses, including 7,371 restaurants, bars or cafes. ShopHere will help.

Toronto’s oldest tavern to reopen on St. Patrick’s Day

Toronto's oldest tavern - On the heals of last week's disappointing announcement that another former legendary live music venue, Clinton's Tavern is closing its doors, the Toronto bar scene received some encouraging news that the beloved Wheat Sheaf Tavern located at King and Bathurst will...

Prepare to be pampered at Fairmont Royal York’s reimagined Gold Floor

Opposite Union Station, the Fairmont Royal York is unquestionably Toronto’s most conveniently situated address for out of town guests. And for staycation guests arriving on bicycles, I recommend the valet.