Ontario
Ford ‘shocked’ by COVID-19 testing numbers, vows they’ll increase
Ontario reported 390 new COVID-19 cases May 20, and 43 more deaths.
Envision SQ producing semi-permanent disinfectant coating
Nano Clean solution goes on wet, then the moisture evaporates and leaves a coating that can kill viruses for weeks, months or even years
Ontario to look at controlling management of some long-term care homes
At least 1,269 residents have died of COVID-19, as have several staff members.
Ontario provides $850,000 to Virox for disinfectant production
First manufacturer to receive money from the Ontario Together Fund.
Ontario releases sector guidelines for businesses to reopen safely
Include holding team meetings outdoors, staggering shift times, using ground markings and barriers for traffic flow.
Ontario, Quebec offer different plans for reopening; Trudeau will not dictate
Provinces account for more than 80% of the 48,000-plus cases of COVID-19 in the country.
Military asked to aid nursing homes in Quebec, Ontario as COVID-19 slows
Premier Doug Ford muses Ontario could start easing restrictions ahead of next month’s long weekend.
Cannabis orders top 13,000, flurry of new customers amid COVID-19
Ontario Cannabis Store has staffed up, lowered prices and launched free shipping during COVID-19 to make legal options more accessible.
High Tide to re-open Canna Cabana retail cannabis stores in Ont.
The Canna Cabana retail cannabis stores in Hamilton, Sudbury and Toronto will re-open in compliance with the prescribed 14-day period
Ontario’s move pressures feds to reveal national COVID-19 projections
Trudeau says national modelling is coming “soon” but requires more data from provincial and territorial governments.
Ontario, municipalities step up legal measures in fight against COVID-19
Tough powers possible under the Health Protection and Promotion Act with penalties to ensure people self-isolate.
Thornhill Medical to deliver 500 mobile ventilator systems
The MOVES SLC portable life support and ventilator units will be available to support hospitals across Canada by early April.
Tech community issues open letter to Ontario govt. during COVID-19
Tech CEOs and innovation hubs call for swift action to maintain top talent and jobs
threatened by the COVID-19 pandemicOntario introduces $17B COVID-19 package; more than doubles deficit
Spending boost includes a $1-billion COVID-19 contingency fund for hospitals, and more personal protective equipment for front-line workers.
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Ontario’s essential businesses include manufacturing
TORONTO — The Ontario government has provided details regarding what is considered essential businesses after ordering the closure of non-essential workplaces beginning March 24 at 11:59 p.m. Manufacturing, production and businesses that supply other essential businesses or services including processing,…
