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.

Locally, 29 of Ontario’s 34 PHUs are reporting five or fewer cases, with 16 of them reporting no new cases. Having processed over 21,000 tests yesterday, our positivity rate remains at all time lows. Today’s numbers will be available at 10:30 a.m. at https://t.co/ypmgZbVRvn.

— Christine Elliott (@celliottability) July 4, 2020

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

Double Rainbow over Sunnybrook Veterans Centre, June 24, 2020 (Photo: Sarah Byford)

More images of this delightful sight shared on Twitter:

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.

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.

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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The Quack is Back! In honour of #NationalRubberDuckyDay and the 10th anniversary of our festival, we are happy to announce the return of the World's Largest Rubber Duck! Visit the #TOwaterfront June 19-21 to see the 61ft tall, 30,000lb Duck! Visit https://t.co/9JoUXrZr4H 🐥 pic.twitter.com/KuGdfguzdZ

— Toronto Waterfront Festival (@TOwaterfest) January 13, 2020

The Redpath Waterfront Festival, presented by Billy Bishop Airport, today announced the return of the World’s Largest Rubber Duck to Toronto’s Waterfront. The festival is bringing back Mama Duck, who is six stories tall and weighs 30,000 pounds, to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the festival, which this year is taking place June 19-21, 2020.

In 2017, the World’s Largest Rubber Duck made a splash in Toronto when it floated in to celebrate Canada’s 150th anniversary at the waterfront festival. Drawn to the Duck, more than 750,000 people attended the three-day celebration and the festival generated an estimated $7.6 million in economic impact for the city of Toronto. Press Release. towaterfrontfest.com. 2017 appearance in Toronto.

Your input is welcome. Drop into one of @Metrolinx winter open houses to hear more about Ontario Line. Scroll down on the page to see dates & locations https://t.co/9BHPWW4Hvy

— Anne Marie Aikins (@AMAprmaven) January 9, 2020

Drop in to one of the winter open houses from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to learn more about the Ontario Line. It’s an opportunity to talk to staff on the project & provide your input. Teams will be able to hear all your feedback & concerns

Thursday, January 23rd
Ontario Science Centre Telus Room
770 Don Mills Road
North York, ON

Monday, January 27th
Ryerson University Tecumseh Auditorium
55 Gould Street
Toronto, ON

Tuesday, January 28th
Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto Social Hall
115 Simpson Avenue
Toronto, ON

Wednesday, January 29th
Exhibition Place Beanfield Centre
Room 201 ABC
105 Princes’ Boulevard
Toronto, ON

You can also share thoughts, questions or comments on the project by emailing ontarioline@metrolinx.com

The influential musician, author and lyricist died Tuesday in Santa Monica, Calif., after having been diagnosed with brain cancer, according to a statement by a family spokesperson. To read more: http://cbc.ca/1.5422806

Special Weather Statement issued at 10:27, Friday 10 January 2020 — A soaker on tap Saturday. Freezing rain possible Saturday night. Very strong southwest winds Sunday. Occasional light rain or drizzle is expected today and tonight. However, rain will be more continuous and heavy at times Saturday into Sunday morning. Total rainfall amounts of 25 to 50 mm are possible with most of the rain falling Saturday into Saturday night. For areas further away from Lake Ontario, rain is likely to change to freezing rain by Saturday evening and may last for several hours. Strong southwest winds are also expected Sunday morning, especially along the Lake Ontario shoreline where winds may gust up to 90 km/h. There remains considerable uncertainty with exact rainfall amounts along with the location of freezing rain. Rainfall warnings will be issued as the event draws nearer. Freezing rain and wind warnings may be issued as necessary. Travel will be impacted throughout Southern Ontario Saturday into Sunday.

Rainfall Warning for Southern Ontario

Rainfall, combined with melting snow, is expected. The frozen ground has a reduced ability to absorb this rainfall. Localized flooding in low-lying areas is possible. Rainfall warnings are issued when significant rainfall is expected. Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to ONstorm@canada.ca or tweet reports using #ONStorm.

3:34 PM EST Friday 10 January 2020 — Rainfall warning in effect for: City of Toronto. Persons in or near this area should be on the lookout for adverse weather conditions and take necessary safety precautions. Watch for updated statements.

Weekend forecast from www.theweathernetwork.com