Good Afternoon All, As the subject line indicates I've got a few things to share with you today. We had CityTV in the hood yesterday doing a piece on how the first weekend of Step 3 went. Vito Marinuzzi, the owner of 7 Numbers was available to do the interview. Here is the link: https://toronto.citynews.ca/video/2021/07/19/back-to-business-ontarios-first-weekend-in-step-three/ Buy Toronto Time Campaign: Once again thanks to all members who participated in this campaign and who have your Buy Toronto Time posters displayed. This…

Good Afternoon All, Some good news ..... the Province announced that we're moving into Step 3 earlier than expected. As of 12:01am next Friday, July 16/21 we will be in Step 3. Below is the full list of what can happen in Step 3 - please read through carefully. I've also included the link for the full list of safety measures and restrictions. Highlights include: Indoor dining with no capacity restrictions BUT social distancing rules must be maintained. Indoor retail…

Good Afternoon All, The following construction projects either have started or will start shortly in our area. 1. Broadview Avenue Watermain Replacement This work has been delayed due to a shortage of actual watermain pipes - who knew! The contractor has now confirmed delivery of the necessary pipe and the project can get underway. - Work will take place on Broadview from Danforth down to Gerrrard - Week of July 12th equipment etc. will be moved back into the area…

Good Morning All, Last week the Federal Budget was finally approved which means that the Rent and Wage Subsidy programs will continue to September 25/21. However, as of July 4/21 the amounts that you receive will start to decrease. For the Wage Subsidy program there will be an overlap between that program and the new Recovery Hiring Program. This new program will cover 50% of wages until November 20/21. For those using the current Wage Subsidy please make sure that…

Good Afternoon All, I hope everyone had a good weekend. Some of you have asked if I could help to organize 2nd shots for your staff members. I've reached out to our Shopper's Drug Mart and City Pharmacy and both are able to help your staff this week as follows: 1. Shopper's Drug Mart - Danforth and Ellerbeck - Moderna is the vaccine available - They can take people this Tuesday and Wednesday - Please have your staff call 416-…

Hi All, Just a quick reminder of what changes can happen as of 12:01am this Wednesday, June 30. Below is the list of increased capacities for those businesses already open and guidelines for our salon members (personal care services) who will be opening for the first time. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to email me. Essential and other select retail permitted at 50 per cent capacity; Non-essential retail permitted at 25 per cent capacity; Personal care services…