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CafeTO takes shape on Mount Pleasant and Midtown Yonge

The CafeTO program is transforming curb lanes throughout the City of Toronto. Maybe this could be an annual summer event — what do you think?

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Mt. Pleasant Rd. cone-configured to make space for CafeTO

CafeTO program is transforming City streets, and we love it


https://twitter.com/TO_Transport/status/1278416655253737472



COVID-19 positivity rate remains at all-time low in Ontario

Ontario is reporting 138 new cases of #COVID19 today with 27 of them from Windsor-Essex where targeted testing of temporary workers on farms continues. In fact, 30 of Ontario’s 34 PHUs are reporting five or fewer new cases, with 16 of them reporting no new cases at all. Today’s numbers are available at Ontario.ca/coronavirus.

Bayview Eats: Egg Bird grand opening & Darna’s new patio

The grand opening of Egg Bird is underway at 1595 Bayview today. Chef Hemant Bhagwani is behind the new brunch spot. It features globally-inspired fried chicken, egg burgers, and hand-cut Belgian fries, and is available for takeout or delivery direct from the restaurant or through Uber Eats. Also today, Darna (1613 Bayview) has unveiled their new patio space! Bon appétit!

Egg Bird Darna

Unrelenting extreme heat, dry conditions may intensify

The Weather Network has great news for those who love the heat! An update published on Saturday morning says “no relief in sight for the stifling heat and prolonged dry spell in southern Ontario…”

Due to the heat warnings, the City of Toronto has extended pool hours until 11:45 p.m. at Alex Duff Memorial, Earlscourt Park/Giovanni Caboto, Heron Park (open until 9 p.m.), Monarch Park, Parkway Forest, Smithfield Park and Sunnyside Park/Gus Ryder. Pool capacity is reduced to 25% to allow for physical distancing.

Ontario COVID-19 positivity rate remains at all time low

Today, Ontario is reporting 121 new cases of #COVID19, 21 of which are in Windsor-Essex as targeted testing of temporary workers on farms continues. Having processed over 21,000 tests yesterday, our positivity rate remains at all time lows. Today’s numbers are available at Ontario.ca/coronavirus.

Double rainbow dazzled Toronto on Wednesday evening

Photo of double rainbow captured this evening, seeming to end at Sunnybrook’s Veteran Centre. Perhaps they are the gold 🙂

More images of this delightful sight shared on Twitter:


https://twitter.com/PhMai/status/1275953430444548099

Councillor Josh Matlow in self-isolation due to COVID-19

A statement published Monday by Josh Matlow, Ward 12, reads: I have just been informed that I came into contact this past Thursday, March 5th, with an individual who has tested positive for COVID – 19 (Novel Coronavirus) upon their return from a conference in Washington, DC. While I am completely asymptomatic, out of an abundance of caution, and on the advice of Dr. Eileen de Villa, the City’s Medical Officer of Health, I am going into self-isolation until March 20th.

It is very important to note that I have been informed by Dr. de Villa that because I am asymptomatic, no one, including my family, is at an elevated risk of having contracted the virus due to contact with me. The Medical Officer of Health, and her excellent team, have provided me with prompt, informative advice, as they have to all Toronto residents since the virus was discovered. It is important that everyone seek information regarding COVID – 19 from credible sources, such as Toronto Public Health, and follow expert advice.

During my isolation period, I will unfortunately have to cancel all public events, including a community meeting to support Mabel’s Fables tomorrow evening, March 10th. The meeting will be rescheduled and the new date, time, and location will be communicated to residents as soon as possible.

For more information about COVID – 19 and how to protect yourself and your family, please visit the City of Toronto’s webpage. If you have travelled from Hubei Province, China, or Iran within the last 14 days or have had close contact with a person ill with COVID-19, please self-isolate and contact Toronto Public Health at 416-338-7600 within 24 hours of arriving in Toronto.

Councillor Josh Matlow”

Click here to view statement.

Significant snow, freezing rain or rain possible Wednesday

Special Weather Statement Issued at 14:58 Monday 24 February 2020

Significant snowfall, freezing rain or rain possible Wednesday and Wednesday night. Current indications suggest that precipitation associated with a Texas Low will move into the area early Wednesday morning. The precipitation may begin as snow then change to rain or freezing rain or continue as snow. Total snowfall amounts of 5 to 15 cm are possible in areas where the precipitation falls primarily as snow. There is much uncertainty regarding the track of this low. Any change in the track could drastically change snowfall amounts and precipitation types. To report severe weather, send an email to ONstorm@canada.ca or tweet reports using #ONStorm.

Statues of Harry and Meg pop up, sponsor so far unknown

An Instagram account named Royals take the 6 is publishing photos of what appear to be wax figures of the famous couple in Canadian inspired outfits visiting downtown Toronto tourist attractions.

The first post says, “We made it to #Canada! Our first stop was the iconic @CNTower. These #views have us feeling like a couple of true #canucks. Although, it is a bit colder on this side of the pond. Stay tuned to see where we head next! #royalstakethe6 ??”

 

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Culinary Arts will close in April, other news on Bayview Ave

After 49 years, Laurie Oehy, owner of The Academy of Culinary Arts has announced that the store will be closing sometime in April.  In a notice to customers Laurie writes, “The building owner has decided to make major repairs to the property this Spring. Although unexpected, this is a bittersweet announcement for me. It will be very strange to not be here but I am extremely excited to start the next chapter – a “rewiring” if you will.”  Across the street, a new sign has been installed, at the Bomou Artisanal Bakery.  The space that used to house Rowe Farms at 1617 Bayview has a new banner in the window indicating that Toronto General Contracting will be doing some work to renovate for a new tenant.  Recently opened Darna, was featured in BlogTO‘s “The top 10 new restaurant openings in Toronto for December“.  Congrats!  The shop at 1585 Bayview, next to Badali’s Fruit Market is still vacant.  Brown paper covers the windows and we don’t have any news about what could be going on in there.  Let us know if you have any clues!  F5 Computer & Smartphone Repair Shop at 1559 Bayview Ave is for lease. The good news here is that F5 owner, Fahad is still available by appointment for computer and mobile phone repairs.  The “For Lease” sign has been removed from the former Creeds Coffee shop location at 1595 Bayview.  And finally, the construction is progressing at the north-east and north-west corners of Bayview & Millwood.  The Bayview Leaside BIA beautification project has been progressing slowly this winter, but there are signs that they are nearing completion as it appears as though the construction fencing is being removed from the west side today!  See you on Bayview!

Students’ 2020 resolutions set high goal at Leaside’s CGS

We hope that everyone has had a satisfying start to the new decade! The Grade 2’s and 3’s over at CGS have set some great goals for 2020. They’ve thought about ways they can strive to improve in many areas of their lives — as students, sons and daughters, friends, and citizens. Check out some of the ideas the children have to make 2020 a productive year at home and at school. If you’re looking for an exceptional school in Leaside, give CGS a call and find out more about this wonderful neighbourhood private school. 670 Eglinton Ave E. 416-423-5017. www.cgsschool.com

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