June 18, 2020 <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dear Neighbours, <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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 <\/a>mandatory physical distancing bylaw<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Boys\u2019 and Girls\u2019 Club of East Scarborough Free Pick-Up Lunch<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Boys\u2019 and Girls\u2019 Club of East Scarborough\u2019s Free Pick-Up Lunch this Friday June 19 @ 12:30-2:30PM at 100 Galloway Rd. This week\u2019s menu: Spaghetti & meatballs (Halal and veggie options available). Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prime Minister announces new mobile app to help notify Canadians of COVID-19 exposure<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the upcoming launch of a new nation-wide mobile app to provide notifications of exposure to COVID-19 across Canada, with beta testing to begin in Ontario. The app will help Canadians and public health officials identify and isolate the spread of the virus more quickly. Use of the app will be voluntary. For more information please read the news release<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ontario enhancing COVID-19 case and contact management<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n As the province safely and gradually reopens, the Ontario government is enhancing case and contact management to quickly test, trace and isolate cases of COVID-19 to stop the spread of the virus and prepare for any potential future waves. The government\u2019s enhanced strategy focuses on strengthening and standardizing case and contact management by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n For more information please read the news release<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Temporary Commercial Eviction Moratorium<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Yesterday, the Ontario government passed the Protecting Small Business Act<\/em>, temporarily halting or reversing evictions of commercial tenants and protecting them from being locked out or having their assets seized during COVID-19. The legislation applies to businesses that are eligible for federal\/provincial rent assistance for evictions from May 1, 2020 until August 31, 2020. Learn more here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mandatory masks or face coverings on the TTC<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Effective July 2, 2020 masks or face coverings will be mandatory on the TTC. Children under two and those with medical conditions will be exempt. Instructions for wearing a mask and making your own simple face covering are available here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Registration for Caf\u00e9TO<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Registration is now open for Caf\u00e9TO. The proposed new program aims to make it easier for many restaurant and bar operators to open patios, expand them, and access additional space for physical distancing, in accordance with public health guidelines, safety priorities, and accessibility requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Restaurant and bar operators can visit toronto.ca\/cafeTO<\/a> to learn more about the proposed program, its requirements and how to register.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Caf\u00e9TO Placement Guidebook<\/a> is now online. The Caf\u00e9TO staff report<\/a> that will be considered by Executive Committee on June 22, followed by Council on June 29 is now available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ORHMA webinar for local restaurants and bars<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Ontario Restaurant Hotel & Motel Association (ORHMA) is planning a complimentary 1-hour webinar for business owners to help prepare establishments for re-opening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Registration for the webinar is now open<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Topic: Patio Opening & Extensions for establishments in the City of Toronto<\/p>\n\n\n\n When: Tuesday June 23 at 1 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Who: Representatives from ORHMA will be joined by representatives from the Alcohol & Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) and the City of Toronto’s Municipal Licensing and Standards (MLS) who will offer their input and answer questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ActiveTO major road closures, Quiet Streets & Cycling Network<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The following ActiveTO Major Road closures that will be in place this weekend, from Saturday, June 20 at 6 a.m. to Sunday, June 21 at 11 p.m. include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n An online map is available to residents with locations that have been installed as part of CurbTO for businesses (pickup zones and pedestrian zones) and installed ActiveTO locations for residents. Residents can view the map at http:\/\/www.toronto.ca\/activeTO<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n CampTO programs start July 13<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The City of Toronto will begin to offer summer camps across the city starting on July 13 as part of its CampTO initiative. CampTO is a new creative camp experience that offers outdoor and physical activities, active and quiet games, arts and crafts, and nature-based activities. This camp features additional staff for smaller camper to leader ratios to help maintain physical distancing in camp and ensure safe supervision of campers. Guidelines include lower ratios and capacity, physical distancing, mandatory health screening and enhanced facility cleaning. CampTO is designed for maximum fun and safety for campers 6 \u2013 12 years of age. Learn more at toronto.ca\/camps<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n City of Toronto records 1,000 deaths due to COVID-19<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The City of Toronto today announced the 1,000th death due to COVID-19 and sends its deepest sympathies to the family and friends for their loss. This tragic milestone is a reminder that we must all continue our efforts to fight COVID-19 and protect people in our community. Learn more here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n City of Toronto update on COVID-19 cases<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n There are 13,661 cases of COVID-19 in the city, an increase of 73 cases since yesterday. <\/a>There are 276 people hospitalized, with 72 in ICU. In total, 11,501 people have recovered from COVID-19, an increase of 104 cases since yesterday. Case status data can be found on the City\u2019s reporting platform<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Residents are reminded of the importance of adhering to Toronto Public Health\u2019s advice to wash their hands often, stay within their social circle of no more than 10 people, practise physical distancing, or wear a face covering or non-medical mask to protect others when in settings where physical distancing cannot be maintained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Boys\u2019 and Girls\u2019 Club of East Scarborough Youth Summit: Youth Impact 2020<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Boys\u2019 and Girls\u2019 Club of East Scarborough Presents a two-day fun filled youth conference through Zoom. Throughout the conference, participants enjoy a multitude of workshops where they can develop essential personal skills, and get educated on topics like financial literacy, goal planning, and personal development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This Youth Summit includes 2-days of workshops (4 in total) two workshops on Tuesday June 23 and two workshops Wednesday June 24. You can sign up for the Morning Session from 11AM to 1PM<\/a> or the Evening Session from 4PM to 6PM<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Online Survey: Toronto Office of Recovery and Rebuild <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Toronto Office of Recovery and Rebuild is seeking feedback from individuals, businesses and community groups on how Toronto can recover, rebuild and emerge from this pandemic even stronger. An online survey<\/a>, as well as tips and tools for hosting your own discussion, is now available at toronto.ca\/RecoveryRebuild<\/a>. The survey is open until June 30, 2020.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Please <\/strong>click here<\/strong><\/a> for a list of food banks and soup kitchens in the Ward 24<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Please <\/strong>click here<\/strong><\/a> for a list of food banks in East Scarborough<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Please <\/strong>click here<\/strong><\/a> for a list of food banks in Scarborough<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What\u2019s On at the Library: Home Edition<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Be the first to know about the latest library news, upcoming programs and newest titles. Check out the latest copy here<\/a>. Subscribe here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Our KGO Update<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Read about East Scarborough\u2019s latest roundup of key neighbourhood resources, virtual results, and up to date information through The East Scarborough Storefront\u2019s crowd-sourced e-newsletter \u201cOur KGO Updates.\u201d Check out their latest issue HERE<\/strong><\/a>. SUBSCRIBE HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Essential Government Information for COVID -19<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n Public Health\u2019s<\/strong>\u202finformation line & 311 are experiencing high call volumes. Residents can\u202fget the information they need online at\u202fwww.toronto.ca<\/strong><\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n The City\u2019s website has a tool that can translate pages into 51 different languages. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you need info on COVID-19, please visit the following websites:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n City of Toronto<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Province of Ontario<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Government of Canada<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n World Health Organization<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Official Global Travel Advisory<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The City\u2019s website is updated daily with the latest health advice, and information about City services and social supports. Check https:\/\/www.toronto.ca\/covid-19\/<\/a> for answers to common questions before contacting the Toronto Public Health COVID-19 Hotline or 311.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The City of Toronto\u2019s website can be translated into many languages using the GoogleTM<\/sup> Translate tool. This tool gives residents and visitors who speak other languages a way of accessing City information featured on the website. To change languages on the City of Toronto website, please click here: https:\/\/www.toronto.ca\/home\/translate\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n I am continuously updating my social media platforms and my website with up to date information:<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n Website: <\/strong>www.paulainslie.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n You can also reach me by: telephone at 416-396-7222 or email me at <\/strong>councillor_ainslie@toronto.ca<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n All my Best, <\/p>\n\n\n\n Paul <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" June 18, 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! 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