May 8, 2020
Dear Neighbours,
I want to thank everyone for your efforts during this very difficult time. It is very important for all of us, to the best of our ability to follow the mandatory physical distancing bylaw!
VE Day 75 – May 8Today marks the 75th anniversary of VE Day, which commemorates the official end of the Second World War in Europe on May 8, 1945. It was a joyful day celebrated by many in Canada, Europe and other Allied Nations around the world.
Toronto residents are encouraged to commemorate this day as a day of celebration and resilience by remembering the veterans and raising or displaying the Canadian flag at home.
More information about the City’s virtual commemoration can be found at: https://www.toronto.ca/VEDay75.
Details on Public Washroom and Sanitation Services at City-Operated facilitiesThe City opened several City-operated facilities with showers, washrooms, and drinking water for all individuals in need of these services. Detailed information on these services is now available on the COVID-19: Changes to City Services web page, under ‘Washroom and Sanitation Services’.
Bylaw enforcement updates New changes have been made to the ‘Bylaw Enforcement’ section of the COVID-19: Changes to City Services web page.
Toronto Catholic District School Board Internet Access The Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB) is supplying 9000 computer/devices to students who need them, including ones with internet embedded for families with no internet. TCDSB is also supplying $50/student/month gift cards to disadvantaged communities. Schools in Ward 24 Scarborough-Guildwood that are eligible for these gift cards are: – St. Boniface- St. Columba- St. Dunstan- St. Joachim- St. Maria Goretti- St. Martin de Porres- St. Barbara and- St. Mother Teresa
Parents/students should contact their school principals for more information, be it regarding computers or grocery cards. Visit the TCDSB Learning Resources page here.
TCDSB would like to remind you to visit their COVID-19 webpage at www.tcdsb.org/covid19 where all the latest parent communications are posted, TCDSB learning resources as well as FAQs that are regularly updated.
New Survey for BIAs and Small BusinessesThis survey was developed to obtain feedback on the Canadian Commercial Rent Assistance (CECRA) program. There are two surveys – one for commercial tenants and one for commercial landlords. This survey will close on Monday May 11 at 12 noon.
Tenant Survey available here. Landlord Survey available here.
Please visit www.paulainslie.com for a list of food banks and soup kitchens in the Ward 24 Please remember to call ahead to book to ensure they are properly stocked. For those interested in volunteering, food banks are always looking for volunteers, so please feel free to save and share this information. Please click here for a list of food banks in Scarborough
Essential Government Information for COVID -19 Public Health’s information line & 311 are experiencing high call volumes. Residents can get the information they need online at www.toronto.ca The City’s website has a tool that can translate pages into 51 different languages. If you need info on COVID-19, please visit the following websites: City of Toronto Province of Ontario Government of Canada World Health Organization Official Global Travel Advisory The City’s website is updated daily with the latest health advice, and information about City services and social supports.
Check https://www.toronto.ca/covid-19/ for answers to common questions before contacting the Toronto Public Health COVID-19 Hotline or 311. I am continuously updating my social media platforms and my website with up to date information: Website: www.paulainslie.com You can also reach me by: telephone at 416-396-7222 or email me at councillor_ainslie@toronto.ca
All my Best,
Paul