Ontario’s new restrictions on outdoor gatherings raise eyebrows
Public health experts are raising their eyebrows at Ontario's decision to restrict outdoor gatherings, saying the latest evidence suggests the measures won't do much...
Ontario tightens restrictions, gives police new powers amid dire COVID predictions
TORONTO — Ontario is extending a stay-at-home order, limiting interprovincial travel and shutting outdoor recreational facilities while giving police new powers to enforce the...
North Durham Nature’s April 27 webinar showcases Algonquin wildlife
By Jay Thibert
North Durham Nature is excited to feature the highly respected naturalist, natural history author and nature photographer, Michael Runtz, on our April...
Town introduces new textile waste diversion program
By Sarah Grishpul
Georgina is collaborating with Diabetes Canada and York University to introduce a new textile diversion program this year to reduce the number...
Local environmental groups say provincial projects threaten Lake Simcoe’s health
By Sarah Grishpul
Local environmental groups are concerned that the province is overlooking the impact its major infrastructure projects, like the Bradford Bypass, will have...
Routes Connecting Communities pivots during the pandemic
By: Michelle Poirier
Like many community-based organizations, Routes Connecting Communities, which provides affordable transportation services for seniors and those in need, had to pivot during...
Ontario issues emergency orders to bolster hospital capacity as cases soar
TORONTO — Ontario will allow hospitals to transfer patients without their consent and redeploy home-care workers to the facilities as the number of COVID-19...
Town plans to launch new campaign this summer to promote local businesses
By: Michelle Poirier
The Town of Georgina's Economic Development and Tourism department is gearing up to launch Georgina Made, a new campaign to highlight local...
Ontario retailers adjust to new rules, non-essential goods off-limits to shoppers
TORONTO — Retailers in Ontario are adjusting to new lockdown restrictions with stores like grocers, discount and big box chains roping off non-essential items...
Ontario reports 4,227 new cases of COVID-19 and 18 new deaths
TORONTO — Ontario is reporting 4,227 new cases of COVID-19 today and 18 additional deaths from the virus.
Health Minister Christine Elliott says there are...
