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Last updated: July 2, 2022
Support for Businesses and organizations
Support for Businesses and organizations
The City of Toronto is making an effort to support small businesses and commercial properties impacted from COVID-19. Learn more with quick-links provided below.
Business Grants, Incentives & Rebates
Search for funding and program supports through the Main Street Recovery and Rebuild Initiative.
Toronto Main Street Recovery and Rebuild Initiative
These programs will provide grants, incentives, and training resources to Toronto businesses, as well as through federal and provincial support programs. to help Toronto small business operators, community business associations, streetscape animation and retail innovation.
Free online learning sessions to improve your business knowledge and skills.
Guidelines for Business & Community Organizations
Find health-related information for businesses and community organizations to open and operate safely.
Digital Transformation Resources
Help for businesses accessing and adopting digital tools, technologies and services.
Operational Support & Guidelines
Useful links to resources and guidelines for businesses.
The BusinessTO Support Centre provides one-on-one virtual support for businesses.
The CaféTO program aims to provide space for expanded outdoor dining areas to help restaurants and bars that are impacted by COVID-19.
For immediate assistance with local outbreaks, or supports such as temporary infrastructure, rapid testing or PPE, it is encouraged that you reach out to your regional medical officers of health or Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) regional office contact.
Toronto Public Health: COVID19 Information Hub
All the latest official COVID19 updates and resources for Toronto residents.
Guidelines for specific businesses and community organizations to follow can be searched for in the COVID-19: Guidelines for Businesses & Community Organizations
According to the City of Toronto, it is mandatory for employers to disclose to the Toronto Public Health two or more positive persons that tested positive for COVID-19 within 10 days in their workplace. Learn more about what to do if an employee has COVID-19. Report a workplace COVID-19 infection here.
Maintain Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems
Well-maintained HVAC systems help to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by reducing virus particles in the air.
Promote Hand Hygiene & Respiratory Etiquette
Post Wash your Hands and Cover your Cough, signs in high traffic areas.
Provide liquid soap, paper towel, hand sanitizer, (70-90% alcohol concentration), tissues, and waste receptacles throughout the workplace.
Improve Cleaning & Disinfecting Practices
Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces as is necessary to maintain a sanitary condition.
Community Health Resources
Community Health Resources
Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities: COVID19 support
Call:
416-736-9372
Email: covidequity@schcontario.ca
For Scarborough residents
Supports for isolating/recovering safely if you are diagnosed with COVID19
Masks, sanitizer
Local health information
TAIBU COVID19 Community Helpline
English: 416-803-8654
French: 416-898-4371
To connect Malvern area residents and Toronto’s African Caribbean and Black community members with culturally safe health information, referrals and resources.
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Scarborough Business Association (SBA)
The SBA is a community business organization that provides resources and tools for East Scarborough businesses to perform strong and nurture skilled labour and diversity across the community. East Scarborough businesses can benefit from the Scarborough Business Learning Hub place that guides them through overcoming the financial hardships of operating during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more and register for upcoming classes here.
946d-Torontos-Voluntary-Isolation-Centre-NOV-Banner-English.pdfToronto Voluntary Isolation Hotel
The Toronto Voluntary Isolation Centre is available for individuals living with others who need a safe and comfortable space to self-isolate. It is a free service. Call the Toronto Public Health COVID-19 Hotline at 416-338-7600, seven days a week, from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. to learn more or visit their website.
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