The coronavirus – COVID-19 has impacted all of us. It is important to listen to the recommendations of all levels of government and to prioritize our health and safety, along with the wellbeing of our city and country. Social distancing and patience, along with focusing on self-care are extremely important right now.
If you have any concerns, questions or need access to resources, please give my office a call at: (416) 338-5335 or email: councillor_perruzza@toronto.ca.
My staff will continue to provide support, even as the situation changes.
For regular updates follow me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or subscribe to my regular e-newsletter updates by visiting: www.anthonyperruzza.com
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For questions about the help available for local businesses, the City of Toronto is developing an Economic Support & Recovery Task Force to complement the Government of Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan. Please visit: toronto.ca/home/covid-19/economic-support-recovery/
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For questions related to Employment Insurance, the Government of Canada is updating their website regularly. Those with children may qualify for certain benefits. Please visit: canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/corporate/notices/coronavirus.html
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For questions about Property Taxes and Income Taxes, including updated deadlines, please visit the links below:
Property Taxes: toronto.ca/services-payments/property-taxes-utilities/property-tax/property-due-dates/
Income Taxes: canada.ca/en/services/taxes/income-tax.html
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This has been a challenging time for everyone, especially our most vulnerable. Please call to check on loved ones and neighbours on an ongoing basis. My staff and I will be doing the same. I know that we will get through this together and recover as a society.
Many people are experiencing anxiety and worry, and I want you to know that there are numbers that you can call if you would like to speak with someone who can assist with stress management.
- Kids help Phone: 1-800-668-6868
- Good2Talk: 24-hour post-secondary support service: 1-866-925-5454 or text: GOOD2TALKON to 686868
- Distress Centre (GTA): 24-hour crisis line, 416-408-4357 or text 45645
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New constituency office update::
My constituency office is now located at 2350 Finch Avenue West, Unit C. I will share further updates shortly. Look out for my Spring 2020 Newsletter, which will be delivered to your door this month.
Looking forward to seeing you soon.