Hugh’s Room gets a $2.2-million lifeline from the city
Council approved a loan guarantee of up to $2.2 million on Thursday, paving the way for the non-profit arts organization to buy a new venue.
Sun., Feb. 6, 2022
Toronto Lunar New Year celebrations slated to welcome the Year of the Tiger
By AHMED DIRIE | Beach Metro News | January 31, 2022
As the Lunar New Year approaches and the year of the Metal Ox ends, countries and people around the world welcome the year of the Water Tiger.
City of Toronto proclaims February as Black History Month and celebrates with virtual programs and events
Tomorrow, the Mayor will proclaim February as Black History Month in Toronto, recognizing the history, heritage and contributions of African-Canadians. The Toronto Sign at Nathan Phillips Square will also be lit red, black and green to mark the first day of the month.
City of Toronto launches new 311 Toronto mobile app
Today, the Mayor announced the launch of a new mobile app for 311 Toronto, making it easier and more convenient for residents, businesses and visitors to connect with 311 Toronto – anywhere, anytime on any smart device.
Team Toronto hosting super supportive and accessible COVID-19 vaccination clinic on January 31
Team Toronto will host a super supportive and accessible COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Monday, January 31 from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the City of Toronto vaccination clinic in the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 255 Front St. W. The clinic is part of Team Toronto’s ongoing efforts to reduce barriers to vaccination and ensure that all populations, especially those who are most vulnerable, have every opportunity available to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
City of Toronto soars up the ranks in MovieMaker’s “Best Places to Live and Work as a Moviemaker in 2022”
Today, the City of Toronto announced that Toronto is among the top places to live and work in the film industry, according to MovieMaker magazine. Ranked number two on MovieMaker’s list of the “Best Places to Live and Work as a Moviemaker in 2022,” Toronto moved up 10 spots on the list since last year – a leap that is more than double that of its closest competitor.
City of Toronto to distribute COVID-19 rapid antigen test kits to community-based child care providers
The City of Toronto is working with the Province of Ontario to distribute rapid antigen tests to licensed child care programs in the community for use where a staff member, child care provider or child in care is showing symptoms of COVID-19.
City of Toronto continues to support in-person learning for students and education staff
Following this week’s provincial announcements, Team Toronto and Toronto Public Health (TPH) continue to support schools and school boards, as students return to in-person learning on Monday, January 17. In-person learning is essential for the mental and physical well-being of students.
The Future of Eastern Avenue: Development proposals have potential to change the area’s industrial character
By Amanda Gibb | Beach Metro News | January 6, 2022
Multiple developments have been proposed or approved on Eastern Avenue between Coxwell and Broadview avenues; many of them are mixed-used buildings containing residential and commercial units.
Team Toronto COVID-19 vaccination update - December 20, 2021
Today, all those 18 years and older who had their second dose of COVID-19 vaccine more than three months ago, became eligible for a third dose, or booster, vaccine. Over the weekend, Mayor John Tory announced the City of Toronto and its Team Toronto partners have ramped up vaccination capacity to 1.2 million doses per month in anticipation of those seeking further protection from the Omicron variant of concern.
