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COVID-19
All stories with a COVID-19 pandemic focus from day one until the end of the pandemic and beyond. Stories include COVID-19 case numbers for Toronto, Ontario and Canada as well as pandemic related rules and vaccine information.
Ontario Parks to Remain Closed until May 31, 2020
TORONTO, ON., APRIL 25, 2020 — Today, Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health, and…
COVID-19 update April 24: Ontario reports another new record-high case count and 50 more deaths
TORONTO, ON. APRIL 24, 2020 –– Today, unfortunately Ontario reported another record-high 640 cases of COVID-19,…
COVID-19: $9 Billion Federal student funding and summer job support announced
$9 Billion Federal student funding – In his press briefing on April 22nd, Prime Minister Justin…
COVID-19: Trudeau government announces 75% rent relief for small businesses, provinces will also partner
OTTAWA, ON., APRIL 24, 2020 – Today at Rideau Cottage, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the…
COVID-19: Virtual and reduced in-person Parliament
OTTAWA, ON. APRIL 23, 2020 – Virtual and reduced in-person Parliament – The Liberal Government has…
COVID-19 daily update: Ontario reports a new record-high case count and 54 more deaths
TORONTO, ON. APRIL 23, 2020 –– Today, unfortunately Ontario reported a record-high 634 cases of COVID-19…
BMO Business clients can now apply for the BDC COVID-19 relief program
TORONTO, April 23, 2020 /CNW/ – Starting today, BMO business clients can apply for the Business…
COVID-19 daily update: Ontario reports 510 new cases and 37 more deaths, lowest numbers this week
TORONTO, ON. APRIL 22, 2020 –– Today, Ontario reported 41 fewer cases of COVID-19 marking two-straight…
Toronto closes High Park during cherry blossom season
In light of all of the park and business closures throughout the province, it comes as…
TTC repurposes decommissioned buses for Toronto Paramedics
TORONTO, ON. APRIL 21, 2020 –– Working together, the TTC and Paramedic Services have repurposed five…
Number of cases in Toronto, Ontario and Canada lower than forecasted
TORONTO, ON., APRIL 21, 2020 –– Today, Toronto’s Medical officer of Health, Dr. Eileen de Villa…
Trudeau government launches Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy calculator for employers
OTTAWA, April 21, 2020 /CNW/ – To help employers keep and re-hire workers amidst the challenges…
Canadian restaurateurs enjoy a sales boost from launch of #TakeoutDay during COVID crisis
TORONTO, April 21, 2020 /CNW/ – On Wednesday, April 15, Canadians from coast to coast banded with the hospitality…
COVID-19 daily update: Ontario reports 551 new cases and 38 more deaths
TORONTO, ON. APRIL 21, 2020 –– Today, Ontario reported 55 fewer cases of COVID-19 following yesterday’s…
Big Canadian stars to perform TV special ‘Stronger Together, Tous Ensemble’
TORONTO, ON., APRIL 20, 2020 –– Popular Canadian music stars will perform on a National TV…
Health experts say the COVID-19 outbreak has likely peaked in Ontario
TORONTO, ON., APRIL 20, 2020 — The curve is beginning to flatten according to Ontario public…
METRO announces extension of employee wage premium
MONTREAL, April 18, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ – METRO INC. (TSX: MRU) announces that the payment of an…
COVID-19 Update April 18: Ontario eclipses 10,000 cases, reports 485 new cases, 36 more deaths
TORONTO, ON. APRIL 17, 2020 – As of 10:30 am today, Ontario has now exceeded 10,000…
Face coverings now mandatory at all Canadian airports
MONTREAL, April 17, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ – Although many travellers are already wearing face coverings at…
COVID-19 Update April 17: Ontario tests almost 9,000 people, reports 564 more cases, 55 more deaths
TORONTO, ON. APRIL 17, 2020 – Today, Ontario reported they completed 8,899 tests were yesterday, whereas…
Ottawa announces virtual Canada Day celebrations
OTTAWA, April 17, 2020 /CNW/ – Canada’s 153rd birthday celebrations will be decidedly different this year as the…
Ontario adds more acute care and critical care beds, enacts pandemic staffing plans
TORONTO, ON. APRIL 16, 2020 — The Ontario government has significantly expanded hospital capacity in preparation…