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Forbes
Across the country, the hospitality industry is stepping up to do its part in the COVID-19 pandemic. Through several initiatives, hotel chains and independent properties are offering more than 3.4 million hotel rooms to healthcare workers in our country’s time of need.
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CBC News
This is shaping up to be Ottawa's silent spring — and summer's sounding pretty bleak, too — as more and more concerts, festivals and other annual events are cancelled in the wake of measures meant to slow the spread of coronavirus.
The province has already banned gatherings of more than five people, and on Monday officials announced city parks, facilities and services will remain shut down until the end of June, nor will any event permits be issued until at least that time.
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Metro Magazine
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) released guidance for bus operators, as well as transit agencies and motorcoach and bus operations, to remain safe and protect themselves from COVID-19 while interacting with customers.
For bus transit operators, potential sources of exposure include having close contact with a bus passenger with COVID-19 or by contacting surfaces touched or handled by a person with COVID-19, the CDC suggests.
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BMF, home of the National Academy Orchestra, offers wide programming with broad appeal including: classical, opera, pop, chamber, Broadway and rock. The Festival is renowned for its artistic excellence. BMF is one of four Hamilton Anchor Arts organizations and is now entering their 33rd year.
www.brottmusic.com 905-525-7664
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Minden Times
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is creating tough times for many businesses, including the tourism-based businesses of the Haliburton Highlands.
“Some businesses are talking like they may have to close their doors forever,” Haliburton County tourism director Amanda Virtanen told theTimes. “Other businesses are talking about how this is normally the down season for them anyway.”
The big question on everyone’s mind is will business be back to normal, at least in some capacity, by the all-important summer season.
“It’s going to be tough for the county,” Virtanen said.
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Forbes
Canadians have always taken unfettered inter-provincial travel for granted but that’s all starting to change in light of the continuing spread of the coronavirus. In a push to slow the growth of the pandemic, many provincial governments have started to limit provincial domestic travel. Some provinces have even taken extreme steps to impose self-quarantines or severely restrict travel even for Canadian travelers.
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Globe and Mail
Ontario has restricted the operations of online accommodation services such as Airbnb, issuing an order that limits short-term rentals to those “who are in need of housing during the emergency period.”
The province, which reined in its list of essential businesses last week as COVID-19 infections and deaths continued to rise, joins Quebec and several U.S. states and municipalities that have banned or restricted short-term rentals in the face of the pandemic.
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Northern Ontario Business
It's been a long time coming and a lot of behind-the-scenes work, but the Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) has finally been moved to the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) from the Ministry of Energy, Northern Development and Mines.
The move took place on April 1.
The step is expected to improve transportation in the North by transferring the ONTC into a ministry more aligned to its needs.
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The City of Port Colborne is a community steeped in marine heritage. With a generous climate, ample beach front, and cultural attractions, Port Colborne is an ideal holiday destination. Add to this to our historic shopping districts, variety of restaurants, location, selection of natural attractions and recreation facilities, and Port Colborne is a unique holiday destination.
Check out the 2019/2020 Port Colborne Visitor's Guide!
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Timmins Daily Press
As the numbers of new COVID-19 cases are increasing in the province each day, businesses related to tourism are trying to stand up and fight the impacts of this pandemic.
Lacey Rigg, coordinator of meetings, conventions and sports tourism for the City of Timmins, said the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the tourism industry both locally and province-wide.
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Advisor's Edge
The federal government is rolling out a massive aid package for businesses affected by COVID-19, including billions in wage subsidies and credit.
See the table below for a summary of the programs available to business owners during the pandemic.
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From September to May, experience symphonic music in the heart of Niagara with the Niagara Symphony Orchestra. Conveniently located along the Wine Route in downtown St. Catharines, the NSO presents 20 concerts at the FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre including masterworks, pops, rock, and more!
Explore Concerts and Group Rates Now!
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Forbes
Reaching higher tiers of airline loyalty programs has traditionally required flying a couple of times each month — but right now hardly anyone is flying anywhere. Hotel programs are similar, and for example, to reach Hilton’s highest tier Diamond status usually requires 30 separate stays totaling 60 or more nights each year — that’s an average of more than a night each week.
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Truck News
Commercial vehicle inspectors are following an updated set of guidelines in the form of the 2020 North American Standard Out-of-Service (OOS) Criteria — and several recent changes were specific to Canada.
The new criteria took affect recently, as part of an annual update.
Some of the revisions in 2020 include.
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The Peterborough Examiner
Peterborough-Kawartha MPP Dave Smith fears the tourism industry in the Peterborough area could take a big hit during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Peterborough Dragon Boat Festival, the Norwood Fall Fair, the Millbrook Fair, the OFAH Under the Lock Fishing Derby, the Trent University convocation and the Riverview Park and Zoo's Fun Run and Walk are among upcoming major scheduled local events that have been cancelled by the virus.
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Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada - in the heart of downtown Toronto next to the CN Tower. Immerse yourself in a world of 20,000 aquatic animals and discover your own underwater adventure featuring North America’s longest underwater viewing tunnel. Open 365 from 9:00am - 11:00pm. Ripley’s Aquarium is fully accessible.
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From May through August, the University opens its residences to tour groups, conference guests, sports teams, and vacationers visiting the region. Conveniently located downtown and within walking distance of major attractions, the residences allow you to enjoy your stay in Canada’s capital with ease.
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Forbes
Working remotely comes with amazing perks. No commute, more flexibility, wearing yoga pants at your desk. What could be better?
But if you’re new to working from home, you may be realizing that maintaining some semblance of balance is one of the biggest challenges telecommuting presents.
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CTV News
The TTC is rolling out vinyl barriers on the transit agency’s fleet of buses in an effort to protect operators during the COVID-19 pandemic.
In a tweet, TTC spokesperson Stuart Green said customers will see thick, collapsible aisle barriers on buses.
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Global News
As other countries lock down amid the coronavirus pandemic, China is free after multiple weeks indoors, and people are heading to tourist sites in droves. Sites were packed during the country’s holiday weekend, despite warnings from health officials that the battle against COVID-19 isn’t over yet, CNN reports.
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