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The global COVID-19 pandemic is having far-reaching effects in Toronto, including major impacts to what have been booming real estate and building industries. Many jobs and most events are currently suspended, postponed, or affected in other ways, though UrbanToronto is still operating at full strength with our team working remotely. As a means to keep the public in the loop about the shutdowns, we'll be sharing information and status updates from around the industry on a regular basis.
In today's report: Medical Officer of Health recommends Toronto City Council make masks and face coverings mandatory in enclosed public places, Toronto City Council approves CaféTO plan, and more news from the COVID-19 front.
Government notices and announcements:
Canada Day update on City of Toronto celebrations, services and amenities
Ontario Encourages Support of Local Small Businesses
Vaughan: City-building continues
Brampton Transit to operate buses at an increased capacity, effective July 2
York Region: Smart Commute webinars for navigating the new normal
Markham: Cycling links and patios extended, contactless curbside library services
Private sector/other notices and announcements:
RE/MAX: Canadian Real Estate and the New Mortgage Rules
Artis Real Estate Investment Trust Announces Date of 2020 Annual Meeting of Unitholders
Everyone from construction workers to brokers to real estate executives are encouraged to share tips on what work and events have stopped, what is proceeding, and how their businesses are being affected by the various shutdowns.
You can share information by emailing us, or by posting in our dedicated Forum thread for industry tips.
