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Some Areas Bringing Back COVID-19 Restrictions
HALIFAX — The Nova Scotia government is bringing back previous COVID-19 restrictions in light of recent outbreaks and the threat of the Omicron variant.
As...
Minimum-Wage Hike in 2022 Worries Canada’s Foodservice-and-Hospitality Industry
By Nicole Di Tomasso
TORONTO — Foodservice and hospitality businesses across Canada are worried about the minimum-wage hikes scheduled to take effect in 2022 as...
Bars And Restaurants Are Getting Creative with Spirit Sales
With many consumers reluctant to venture out to purchase alcohol, and indoor seating at bars and restaurants closed for much of the COVID-19 pandemic,...
Independent Restaurateurs of the Year: Ascari Hospitality Group
It's been a harrowing year for Erik Joyal, John Sinopoli and Rahil Hoque. Like countless operators across Canada, the partners of the Ascari Hospitality...
Canadian Government to Ease COVID-19 Rules for Short Trips Abroad
OTTAWA — Soon, fully vaccinated Canadians won’t need proof of a negative COVID-19 molecular test for trips lasting less than 72 hours.
The government has...
New Heights Cannabis Hosts Third-Annual Cannabis-Tourism Summit
By Nicole Di Tomasso
TORONTO — The tourism and cannabis industries came together virtually for the third-annual New Heights Cannabis Summit to showcase opportunities for...
Ontario Provides Financial Relief to Employers
HAMILTON, Ont. — Ontario’s Workplace and Safety Insurance Board (WSIB) is cutting premium rates in 2022 by $168 million, bringing the total reduction in...
Ontario Expands Capacity Limits at Sports and Event Venues
TORONTO — Ontario has expanded the capacity limits at large event spaces, including concert venues, theatres and sports stadiums.
“With public health and healthcare indicators...
U.S. Extends Land-Border Closures with Canada and Mexico, Eases Other Travel...
WASHINGTON — The U.S. government is extending the land-border closures with Canada and Mexico until at least Oct. 21, 2021, while all fully vaccinated...
Ontario Government to Require COVID-19 Vaccine Certificates
TORONTO — Last week, the Ontario government unveiled its plan to introduce COVID-19 vaccine certificates. Starting Sept. 22, 2021, Ontario residents will need to...