Health Canada approves updated Moderna vaccine for COVID-19

  •  October, 2023
Health Canada’s regulatory branch approved Moderna’s new Spikevax vaccine, which is formulated for the XBB.1.5 lineage of the Omicron variant. Almost all the cases of COVID-19 in Canada currently are versions of the XBB lineage. Canada’s senior public health officials are urging Canadians to get ...

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Humber River Hospital says Thank You donors

  •  April, 2023
Humber River Hospital says Thank You donors We are expanding our Child and Adolescent Mental Health Urgent Care Clinic. Thanks to donor support, our Child and Adolescent Mental Health Urgent Care Clinic has delivered four years of life-saving care for young people arriving at the hospital through ...

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Emery Village BIA Executive Director’s message - November 2022

  •  December, 2022
Emery Village BIA Executive Director’s message Thank you to everyone who came out to our first in-person Remembrance Day ceremony and celebration after two years of COVID-19 restrictions. We had a great turnout at Joseph Bannon Park with many guest speakers who paid tribute to our fallen soldiers...

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Bivalent debuts in Toronto and walks the red carpet

  •  October, 2022
By Sean Delaney Toronto Public Health (TPH) offered the bivalent COVID-19 booster for those eligible at its COVID-19 vaccination clinics in September at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) and TTC Vax And Ride locations, giving the new vaccine booster a red carpet premiere in the city. T...

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COVID-19 guidance for those going back to school

  •  September, 2022
The following recommendations are intended to help JK to Grade 12 schools and school boards reduce the spread of COVID-19. They are based on provincial Ministry of Education guidelines, For publicly-funded schools (i.e. Toronto District School Board (TDSB), Toronto Catholic District School Board (...

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Team Toronto ready to deliver second booster doses to more residents

  •  August, 2022
By Sean Delaney Team Toronto is ready to deliver second booster doses to more residents now that the Province of Ontario has opened up eligibility. During a recent visit to a Toronto Public Health (TPH) vaccine pop-up clinic at Eglinton Square, Mayor John Tory, accompanied by Councillor Joe Mihe...

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Publisher’s comment - February 2022

  •  March, 2022
Fortunately, in Toronto, we are beginning to see the numbers of COVID-19 cases drop after months of painful increases and extremely high case counts. Recently, it’s been more challenging to figure out the exact number of new daily infections due to the lack of asymptomatic and symptomatic testing gu...

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Government support options for business

  •  February, 2022
It’s January 2022, and while the new year is meant to be a moment of renewal and refreshment, for many, it is a reminder of the calendar countdown we can now do on this pandemic. We are on the eve of beginning our third year of battling the coronavirus, and its various variants. The Emery Vill...

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Kitchen24 never ceases to amaze, or let the needy down

  •  January, 2022
By Sean Delaney Steve Kidron, the owner of Kitchen24, is feeding even more of Toronto. Recently, Kidron cooked and packaged 15,000 meals for the community. “When COVID-19 first hit, it became apparent that prepared meals were necessary for people facing food insecurity,” said Kidron. Kidron wa...

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Councillor’s Corner - December 2021

  •  January, 2022
Councillor’s Corner Dear Resident, As we start 2022, I want to share how important it is to book your booster shot as soon as possible. Public health teams aim to build and maintain community immunity to the virus as it evolves. For the most up-to-date information on how and where to book and w...

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Emery Village BIA Executive Director's Message - Dec 2021

  •  January, 2022
Emery Village BIA Executive Director’s message As this year comes to an end, the Emery Village BIA would like to wish everyone in the community a happy, healthy holiday season and a happy new year. We know that this year has been hard with several adjustments due to COVID-19 restrictions. As we all...

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Luxor Homes continues with their award winning ways in home construction

  •  January, 2022
Luxor Homes Corporation of 128 Millwick Drive has received top honours from Corporate Vision and the 2022 Canadian Business Awards. On Dec. 6, General Manager of Luxor Homes, Maria Pinto, received notification from the panel of judges that they are the winners of the “Most Innovative Custom Home B...

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TCDSB trustee on a 2021 to remember

  •  January, 2022
By Sean Delaney We sat down with Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB) trustee Ida Li Preti this month and asked her for her thoughts on the year about to come to a close, and the 2022 that lies ahead of us. EVV: Tell us your thoughts as the year comes to a close? LP: I’m excited we were...

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Financial relief: A new property tax subclass for small businesses

  •  December, 2021
By Jessica Pointon Assistant to City Councillor Anthony Perruzza COVID-19 has resulted in unprecedented impacts on many companies and stores, especially small businesses. On November 9, 2021, City Council approved a 15 percent reduction in the property tax rate for small businesses through a new p...

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Councillor’s Corner - Nov 2021

  •  December, 2021
Dear Resident, As we approach the end of 2021, I want to recognize our COVID-19 vaccine efforts in Humber River-Black Creek. Specifically, I want to highlight health organizations like Black Creek Community Health Centre, Humber River Hospital, the City of Toronto’s Public Health staff, religiou...

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Kitchen24 can’t stop giving

  •  November, 2021
By Sean Delaney Steve Kidron, owner of Kitchen24, is feeding even more of Toronto. And now, he wants to not only feed, but teach. You see, Kidron knows what it is like to be hungry. As we have reported in the past, Kidron is a person who has been unsure of where the next meal is coming from. When...

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Less restrictions ahead?

  •  November, 2021
The province announced reduced restrictions and provided insight into how they will proceed with the balance. Please find some key dates and what restrictions are being lifted. Public health and workplace safety measures will be lifted on the following dates: - October 25, 2021 Ontario will l...

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Welcome back, Toronto!

  •  October, 2021
By Sean Delaney This is our moment to show love to the places, spaces, businesses, and people that make Toronto such a vibrant, dynamic and diverse city. Recently, Mayor John Tory and Deputy Mayor Michael Thompson, Chair of the Economic and Community Development Committee, in association with f...

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Emery BIA mobile vaccination option for businesses

  •  October, 2021
By Sean Delaney The Emery Village BIA, with the support of Toronto Public Health, is working to bring Mobile Vaccination Clinics to the doorstep of Emery Businesses and their employees. The clinics will be offered between the hours of 9 a.m. and 9 p.m., and if needed, extended hours for night sh...

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Proposed zoning has commercial property owners concerned

  •  October, 2021
By Al Ruggero The City of Toronto is proposing to change zoning by-law permissions within city Employment Areas that would remove currently permitted land uses deemed incompatible with major industrial-manufacturing operations. Some of these uses that would be removed include people-serving funct...

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Emery Village BIA Executive Director's Message - Sept 2021

  •  October, 2021
As the colder weather is around the corner and restrictions are lifting, now is a great time to get out and show love for your community in these hard times. From September 20 to December 14, a giant heart will appear at the northeast corner of Weston Road and Sheppard Avenue. We encourage you to ...

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Can we go thrift shopping?

  •  October, 2021
Rosemary Bryan has closed a gap in Emery, by opening her heart By Sean Delaney When Rosemary Bryan began to think about starting her own business, Dress4Less4Success, she couldn’t steer herself away from her passion for helping people, and could not think of herself. “This was something wher...

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A time to be thankful

  •  October, 2021
By MPP Tom Rakocevic I want to wish a Happy Thanksgiving to all who are celebrating. My wife and I are very happy to celebrate the holiday this year with our second child, a newborn baby boy. Children are such a blessing. Our community is my lifelong home, and I want to take a moment to thank yo...

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Workplace COVID self-screening kits for Emery businesses

  •  September, 2021
It’s quick. It’s easy. It’s free Here’s what you need to know about the program. The Toronto Region Board of Trade and the City of Toronto are providing small and medium-sized businesses (those with 150 employees or fewer) in Toronto with rapid screening kits for COVID-19. For businesses with ov...

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A message from TCDSB trustee – Ida Li Preti

  •  September, 2021
Hello, I hope that you and your family have enjoyed a safe and relaxing summer. We look forward to welcoming back our TCDSB students on September 9. During the past several months, I have worked closely with our local community health care partners: Black Creek Community Health Center, Humber R...

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Emery Village BIA Executive Director's message - July 2021

  •  August, 2021
You can now check your eligibility for your second COVID-19 vaccine at: www.covid-19.ontario.ca/covid-19-vaccine-booking-support The Emery Village BIA will be posting vaccine clinics regularly on our website and social media, so please look out for those opportunities. Ontario is continuing on it...

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Land use legislation good for business

  •  August, 2021
By Al Ruggero Have you ever wondered why some buildings are where they are and not elsewhere? If you live in an exclusive residential community, you can reasonably assume that no one would tear down your neighbours’ homes to build a chemical recycling plant. The legal structures governing land ...

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Emery Village BIA - June 2021

  •  July, 2021
Emery Village BIA Executive Director's message Emery Village BIA would like to wish all graduates of the 2021 class warm congratulations. Despite all of the challenges you faced this year, your hard work has paid off and we wish you continued success. Thank you to everyone who signed up for a ...

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Come on back: Humber River Hospital announces a return to full capacity

  •  July, 2021
By Sean Delaney A hospital can be an intimidating place to go. A daunting trip to make. It isn’t a place you typically head to on an evening or a morning where you’re looking for a recreational or pleasure pursuit. No, it’s typically a place you head when something is wrong. And during a global...

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BIA asks government for clear messaging, business support

  •  July, 2021
By Sean Delaney It appears the worst might be over. Finally, after nearly a year of not knowing which direction case numbers would go next, what variant might become the new hindrance to a return to normal, what news may come out about vaccine concerns, finally, it appears one can confidently ...

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Vaccine aftercare

  •  June, 2021
You’ve gotten your jab in the arm, so what can you expect? now? By Sean Delaney The battle against the COVID-19 pandemic is ramping up, and vaccine availability continues to expand in Toronto, and the rest of Canada. With many of us now taking the first available appointment in an attempt to...

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Councillor's Corner - April 2021

  •  May, 2021
Dear Resident, The third wave of COVID-19 has been hard for many of us, and the vaccination rollout has been challenging. Yet, the community has persevered, and it heartens me to see neighbours helping each other. Tens of thousands of people in our community have received their vaccines. I ...

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Federal budget an opportunity to rebuild, MP Judy Sgro

  •  May, 2021
Dear Neighbours, We have marked over a year since COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic. Like many of you, I am reflecting on 2020 as a year of challenge. We had to make many adjustments to our way of life, from the mask mandate, to the imposition of social and physical distancing, and many mon...

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Equity, planning and strategy in leadership

  •  May, 2021
We are in the midst of a generational crisis, one that we cannot speak to from a position of previous experience. An unpredictable and unprecedented global pandemic, a moment in time that will be remembered for not only the lockdowns, school closures, vaccines and front-line heroes but also for the ...

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Vaccines and variants: What you need to know

  •  April, 2021
By Sean Delaney Did you know the COVID-19 vaccines have been rigorously tested by numerous trusted authorities around the world, including Health Canada? And they are shown to be safe and effective at protecting against COVID-19? However, if you’re concerned about the safety of the vaccin...

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Councillor's Corner - March 2021

  •  April, 2021
Dear Resident, I want to wish those celebrating Easter a happy holiday. Please remember to celebrate significant dates with those you live with and connect with those outside your household by phone or online. Let's continue to prioritize current health and safety measures so that we can ge...

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City getting prepared for vaccine rollout

  •  March, 2021
By Sean Delaney According to the City of Toronto, COVID-19 immunization clinic staff are preparing to launch clinic operations as soon as vaccine supplies become available. And in Emery, vaccinations will happen at the Carmine Stefano Community Centre. A release from the city explained that Toro...

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Pandemic sees food bank usage soar, and Emery step up

  •  March, 2021
By Sean Delaney The Weston Area Emergency Support (WAES) food bank has never seen a year like 2020. But throughout the pandemic, WAES chair Diana Stapleton said it’s also been a year that has shown just what a community can do when the need becomes great. “It’s been a really amazing experience, to...

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Publisher comment - Feb 2021

  •  March, 2021
How are you? I hope your month is off to a great start. I’m feeling cautiously optimistic these days, and that’s probably because schools opened again. Many parents are back to witnessing the not-so-regular event of their children getting out of bed and out the door before noon. That’s a signifi...

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Councillor’s Corner - Feb 2021

  •  March, 2021
Dear Resident, With the current stay-at-home order in place, we need to try our best to prevent exposure by staying in as much as possible. We should only be socializing with those we live with and making essential supply trips when necessary. We need to take this measure seriously. I worked wit...

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Emery Village BIA Executive Director's Message - Feb 2021

  •  March, 2021
The Province of Ontario has been in lockdown for the majority of February, and it is essential to keep following stay-at-home orders during this time. On our social media and website, we have posted a number of webinar and learning opportunities to help businesses adjust and grow during this time....

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Public health roles and responsibilities

  •  March, 2021
If 2020 brought us anything, it was a renewed relationship with our public health authorities. When the world is not battling a global pandemic, we often think of them as health education resources. But have you ever wondered, just what our federal and provincial public health agencies do? And who i...

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HRH mental health strategies during COVID-19

  •  March, 2021
The year, 2020, has been one of uncertainty. As COVID-19 began to spread, causing worldwide restrictions and lockdowns, people were left isolated and overwhelmed by fear and anxiety. With this in mind, how has this pandemic affected individuals struggling with mental health? The Mental Health team a...

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Do your part: 40 minutes can save a life

  •  February, 2021
By Sean Delaney Beginning in the spring of 2020, the Emery Village BIA has offered a free SkillsPass COVID-19 Work Safe course to all Emery BIA business members and employees. The online course provides practical instruction on reducing the risk of catching or spreading COVID-19 in the workplace. M...

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Zooming in on the Emery Village BIA’s AGM

  •  February, 2021
By Sean Delaney On Tuesday, January 11, the Emery Village BIA held its Annual General Meeting (AGM). This year was the first time in its history that the AGM was held virtually. “It is unfortunate that like many organizations and workplaces under COVID-19 restrictions, we cannot gather in place,...

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New 31 Division leader, Keith Smith

  •  February, 2021
By Sean Delaney Keith Smith is the new head Inspector at 31 Division. He comes to Emery Village from the heart of the city, and with an excitement for the challenges specific to Emery Village and the area, and the challenges that continue in 2021 due to the coronavirus pandemic. “It’s great to be...

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Councillor's Corner - Jan 2021

  •  February, 2021
Dear Resident, COVID-19 infection rates are on the rise more than ever before. With the current stay-at-home order in place, we need to try our best to prevent exposure by staying home as much as possible. We should only be socializing with those we live with and making essential supply trips when ...

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HRH mental health helps kids back to school

  •  February, 2021
This school year has been one of constant change in response to COVID-19, and the adjustment has not always been easy for young patients. A few months ago, before schools were planning to reopen after months of being closed due to the pandemic, clinicians working in Humber River Hospital’s Child & A...

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Upper Crust hosts holiday drive, provides 600 vulnerable families with toys and meals

  •  January, 2021
By Sean Delaney Upper Crust hosted its 2020 Holiday Toy Drive and food hamper assembly, giving back to those who need it most. Through a partnership with Kitchen24 and Second Harvest Food Rescue, the toy drive and donation of goods and food will support 600 families with holiday hampers. Upper...

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Councillor's Corner - Dec 2020

  •  January, 2021
Dear Resident, COVID-19 infection rates are on the rise more than ever before. We need to try our best to prevent exposure to stay healthy. We should only be socializing with those we live with and making essential supply trips when needed. We may be in this situation for the long haul, but we will...

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Executive Director's message - Dec 2020

  •  January, 2021
As we finish the holiday season and enter the new year, it is important to help keep our community and employees safe – we encourage all BIA members to take Emery Village BIA’s SkillsPass COVID-19 Work Safe Course. Find out more online at: emerybia.skillspass.com If you have not yet done so, y...

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Looking back at 2020 with the Emery Village BIA

  •  January, 2021
By Al Ruggero As we approach the end of the year, it is without a doubt that no one will forget 2020. Most of all, we can begin to celebrate (in our bubbles, of course) the fantastic news that the new year will bring us closer to the end of our tribulations as the miraculous vaccines reach more ...

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HRH fund to help vulnerable patients

  •  January, 2021
Contributed Every day, many of the patients who arrive in Humber’s Apotex Emergency Department (ED) are struggling with housing, food insecurity, unstable employment, and lack of social support, in addition to the medical needs that brought them to Humber in the first place. Some of our patients w...

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Seniors - Mobility for good

  •  January, 2021
By Sean Delaney It’s not often that the Emery Village Voice recommends a product or service, but given our current state of affairs due to COVID-19, better communication has become essential between families and their loved ones - especially within immediate families and families with seniors in lo...

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Help yourself stay well - get a flu shot

  •  November, 2020
By Sean Delaney This fall and winter is certainly not the time to become stricken with the seasonal flu, especially for senior citizen age residents. Hospitals and their emergency rooms will likely be at or near maximum capacity. Doctor’s offices will see patients on a reduced schedule, and there...

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Community answers call for Humber River Hospital

  •  July, 2020
The Humber River Hospital is beyond grateful to share that our community has come together to answer the call for enhanced COVID-19 testing. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we have raised $233,000 in three short weeks to purchase and operate three brand new COVID-19 rapid testing machines fo...

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Publisher's comment - April 2020

  •  May, 2020
By Sean Delaney We’re one week closer to the end of this crisis. Canada and Ontario continue to flatten the curve, and I start to get a little more optimistic each day. Soon, we’ll see each other again and we’ll all jump back into the things we’ve been missing so much like seeing family, friends...

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A caring community united in hope

  •  May, 2020
By Tom Rakocevic and Sean Delaney I asked community stakeholders to keep an eye out for any stories of hope. I heard back from our MPP, Tom Rakocevic. We both agreed that now was not a time for politics, but rather a time for our community to help, volunteer, and care for others. “I’d rath...

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Businesses challenged by COVID-19 outbreak

  •  April, 2020
By Sean Delaney (Due to some concerns we’re not mentioning the full name of one of our sources) . Workers depending on every paycheque, could be impacted if the coronavirus pandemic worsens, said an official for a large local manufacturing facility in Emery Village. Amid the COVID-19 outbre...

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