12 May 2020

Both regrettably and predictably, racism and discrimination appear to be surging with the spread of the COVID-19 virus. Credible sources now report that xenophobia, racially-motivated acts of discrimination and harassment towards ethnic groups is increasing. Through public messaging by some, including the President of the United States, COVID-19 has been referred to as the “Chinese” and the […]

Ontario’s three-phase framework for Re-opening Ontario after COVID-19 (the "Framework") outlines general methods and guidelines to follow to reportedly safely and efficiently contain the spread of COVID-19, while re-opening businesses, services and public spaces: Stage 1 (in progress) Stage 2 Stage 3 opening select workplaces that can meet current public health guidelines allowing essential gatherings of a

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government of Canada has invested $1.3 billion in a one-time special payment through the Goods and Services Tax (GST) credit in April, being an average of $375 for single seniors and $510 for senior couples. Investment was also made in community organizations that provide practical services to Canadian seniors,

May 12 – The federal government announced additional support to mid-size and large businesses. The support is bridge financing and loan guarantees, rather than bailout funds, including: [1] expanding the Business Credit Availability Program to mid-sized companies with significant financing needs, including loans of up to $60-million per eligible company, and guarantees of up to $80-million; and [2] establishing