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#CityofTO COVID-19 update and important reminders for a safe weekend
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The City is reminding all residents to follow provincial regulations, City bylaws and @TOPublicHealth advice to help protect against the spread of #COVID19. Limit non-essential travel, wear a mask, maintain a physical distancing and get vaccinated as soon as possible.
The City is working to ensure parks and beaches remain open and accessible for the vast majority of Toronto residents who are following the rules and want to safely enjoy outdoor spaces.
#CityofTO continues to protect and assist people experiencing homelessness during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic
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Read the full news release: toronto.ca/news/city-of-t…
The City continues to assist and protect people experiencing homelessness through #COVID19 immunization, an increased focus on infection and prevention control (IPAC) measures in the shelter system, a pilot COVID-19 rapid testing program for new admissions.
To date, approximately 7,500 vaccine doses have been administered to people experiencing homelessness and people who are precariously housed, as well as people working in the homelessness and housing sector through on-site clinics in shelters or mobile clinics in the community.
#CityofTO's “VaxTO” campaign roll out continues with 650,000 broadcast voice messages starting today
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Read the full news release: toronto.ca/news/city-of-t…
The newly launched “VaxTO” campaign to connect residents with #COVID19 vaccination appointments and info continues to roll out. Starting today, nearly 650,000 broadcast voice message calls from @johnTory will be sent to phones in priority neighbourhoods.
The campaign's first major event, a telephone town hall, is scheduled for Wed, Jun 2 at 6 p.m. The event will provide Torontonians with an opportunity to ask questions related to the #COVID19 vaccination program directly to @epdevilla @JohnTory and @ChiefPeggTFS.
The City of Toronto today announced that ActiveTO major weekend road closures occurring this Saturday and Sunday will include part of Lake Shore Boulevard East and roads within High Park.
The new ActiveTO Bayview on-street, multi-use trail is also available to make more space for people outside and Toronto’s more than 1,500 parks remain open for exercise every day of the week.
#CityOfTO Long Weekend Dose Drive vaccinating thousands this weekend, 5,357 appointments still available today and Victoria Day Monday. News release: toronto.ca/news/city-of-t…
This Victoria Day long weekend, the City of Toronto is encouraging residents to get vaccinated as part of the Long Weekend Dose Drive across the network of nine City-run immunization clinics.
More than 22,518 people were vaccinated at City-operated clinics on Friday and Saturday – they join the more than 1.9 million people who have already received their first dose from Team Toronto.
#CityOfTO vaccination clinic appointments opening to youth age 12 and older starting this Sunday. News release: toronto.ca/news/city-of-t…
Today, the @ONgov announced it is opening COVID-19 vaccination eligibility to anyone age 12 and older. The City of Toronto will be opening vaccination appointments for City-run immunization clinics to youth age 12 to 17 as of 8 a.m. on Sunday, May 23.
At this time, the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine has been approved by Health Canada and the National Advisory Community on Immunization (NACI) for youth age 12 and older. Those registering for vaccination appointments must be at least 12 years old at the time of booking.
The City of Toronto is working to open splash pads, following the Province of Ontario’s announcement that these amenities can open effective Saturday, May 22.
Work is already underway to open splash pads and will continue into the evening and the coming days. The City anticipates opening more than 70 of 140 splash pad locations by Saturday, barring any mechanical issues.
#CityOfTO and University Health Network partner to host #TeamToronto pop-up vaccination clinic at City Hall this Sunday.
News release: toronto.ca/news/city-of-t…
News release: toronto.ca/news/city-of-t…
This Sunday, May 23, the City of Toronto is partnering with @UHN to host a pop-up vaccination clinic in the Rotunda at City Hall, which can be accessed from Nathan Philips Square.
UHN will operate the clinic starting at 10 a.m. The clinic will remain open until the 2,000 doses available are administered.
#CityOfTO encouraging all residents to book vaccination appointments during Long Weekend Dose Drive
News release: toronto.ca/news/city-of-t…
News release: toronto.ca/news/city-of-t…
This Victoria Day long weekend, the City of Toronto is encouraging all residents to get vaccinated as soon as possible.
With all Toronto residents 18 and older now eligible to get vaccinated, the City has added appointments throughout the long weekend at its network of City-run immunization clinics.
#CityOfTO opens more than 17,000 new vaccination appointments for next week
News release: toronto.ca/news/city-of-t…
News release: toronto.ca/news/city-of-t…
Today the City was able to add more than 17,000 new appointments spread across five City-operated clinics for the week of May 10 due to confirmed additional vaccine supply. With this added supply, City clinics can administer approximately 98,000 vaccine doses between May 10 to 16
These new appointments for next week are now available in the provincial vaccine booking system at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto Congress Centre, Mitchell Field Arena, The Hangar and Cloverdale Mall clinics.
#CityOfTO opens more than 3,500 new vaccination appointments for next week. News release: toronto.ca/news/city-of-t…
This afternoon, 2,430 new vaccination appointments between May 10 to 12 at the immunization clinic at Malvern Community Recreation Centre in Scarborough were added to the provincial vaccine booking system.
Between May 10 and 12, the Malvern Community Recreation Centre was to undergo planned infrastructure work requiring a two-day suspension of clinic operations.
The City’s ability to offer first dose vaccination appointments and administer vaccine at City-operated immunization clinics is dependent on vaccine supply from the Province of Ontario and the Government of Canada.
Since expanding eligibility to anyone 18 and older from a hot spot postal code on Monday morning, 223,817 people have booked vaccination appointments for City-operated immunization clinics.
#CityofTO seeking public feedback on garden suites to expand housing options in Toronto. News release: toronto.ca/news/city-seek…
A garden suite is a housing unit, usually located in the backyard of an existing house, but separate and detached from the main house. Garden suites, like laneway suites, are generally smaller than the main house on the lot and are intended to function as a rental housing unit.
The City is gathering input from stakeholders about how to best allow the construction of garden suites in Toronto. Matters related to privacy, shadowing, parking requirements, and protecting trees and green spaces are among those being considered.
#DYK Toronto residents age 18 and older who can't physically leave their home due to certain medical conditions, are eligible for in-home #COVID19 vaccination? Register via your #CityofTO primary care provider or homecare provider.
If your primary care/homecare cannot provide the vaccine, you will be referred to @TorontoMedics. Toronto residents age 18+ (adults & seniors) who are homebound but not registered with a health service, can call Toronto Seniors Helpline 416-217-2077 to be referred to a clinician.
For eligibility and to find out how to book in-home vaccination: toronto.ca/home/covid-19/…
#CityofTO launches pilot to capture dog waste in street litter bins
News release: toronto.ca/news/city-of-t…
News release: toronto.ca/news/city-of-t…
The #CityofTO is beginning a pilot to test the collection of dog waste in street litter bins. The first phase of the pilot will last 3 months and includes 10 bins adjacent to parks and in areas with a high concentration of dogs.
One compartment on each of the pilot bins has been converted to accept dog waste. These compartments are labelled with stickers and should only be used to dispose of #dog waste.
As of 8 a.m. this morning, people age 18 or older living in any of the 53 Province of Ontario hot spot postal codes were able to book vaccination appointments at City-operated immunization clinics using the provincial vaccination booking system.
Between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m., more than 40,000 people successfully booked first and second dose vaccine appointments at a City-operated clinic. Of the more than 80,000 appointments this week at City-run clinics, as of 1 p.m., there were approx 3,900 available appointments remaining.
#TeamToronto vaccination Sprint Strategy getting results in 13 high priority postal codes, adding four more areas. News release: toronto.ca/news/team-toro…
Following a successful first two weeks rolling out the Toronto Sprint Strategy, the #CityofTO and #TeamToronto vaccination partners continue to prioritize postal code areas with high rates of #COVID19 for mobile and pop-up clinic vaccinations
The Sprint Strategy targeted 13 postal code areas last week and tripled the number of per-week doses available to the prioritized communities. Over the course of the week, vaccine coverage of adults age 18 and older in the 13 areas moved from approximately 12% to more than 35%.
Mayor @JohnTory proclaims May Building Safety Month in Toronto. News release: toronto.ca/news/mayor-joh…
This month, the #cityofTO will participate in its 40th annual Building Safety Month, highlighting the importance of the Ontario Building Code & the City's role in upholding standards that make our buildings among the safest, healthiest, most accessible & sustainable in the world.
This year’s theme, “Build Safe”, focuses on what residents need to know about building permits and how obtaining them helps to ensure that they build safely.
#CityofTO and #TeamToronto partners reporting 40 per cent of eligible Torontonians now vaccinated. News release: toronto.ca/news/city-of-t…
Today, Mayor @JohnTory announced the #CityofTO and vaccination partners have now administered at least a first dose of vaccine to 40 per cent of eligible Torontonians.
#TeamToronto was able to reach this preliminary goal thanks to a vaccination network that includes the City, @TOPublicHealth, hospitals, pharmacies, Ontario Health Teams, Local Health Integration Networks, community clinics, primary care physicians and community groups.
The #CityofTO and its community partners continue to support the vaccination of residents without OHIP cards
News release: toronto.ca/news/the-city-…
News release: toronto.ca/news/the-city-…
The City of Toronto announced today that it is partnering with FCJ Refugee Centre and Access Alliance to help people without an Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) card get the COVID-19 vaccine in #Toronto.
The City is committed to ensuring equitable access to #COVID19 vaccines for everyone. The Province of Ontario has clearly stated that if you do not have an Ontario health card at all, you are still eligible for the vaccine.
City of Toronto kicks off Youth Week in Toronto this weekend
News release: toronto.ca/news/city-of-t…
News release: toronto.ca/news/city-of-t…
On Saturday, May 1, the #CityofTO will proclaim May 1-7 Youth Week in Toronto – a week to celebrate youth engagement and showcase the abilities and talents of youth. This year, all events will take place virtually.
#Toronto is home to more than 623,000 youth who are a vital part of the city’s social, cultural and economic fabric. The contributions of young people help make Toronto the vibrant, world-class city that it is today.
#CityOfTO update on City services and enforcement of #COVID19 regulations
News release: toronto.ca/news/city-of-t…
News release: toronto.ca/news/city-of-t…
#CityofTO has received updated regulations from the @ONgov & has modified City services & operations to align with the orders and direction from @epdevilla.
Toronto remains in the Shutdown Zone of the Province’s COVID-19 response framework and subject to a provincial Stay-at-Home order that has been extended until May 5. Everyone in the city should be staying home except for essential reasons.
Since the start of the pandemic there have been a total of 134,534 cases of COVID-19 in the city, an increase of 1,477 new cases today. There are 881 people hospitalized. To date, there have been 2,937 COVID-19 deaths in Toronto. Case status data: toronto.ca/home/covid-19/…
The City is working with its healthcare partners, pharmacies and @TOPublicHealth to administer all available COVID-19 vaccines with increasing efforts in COVID-19 hot spots. To date, more than 907,070 COVID-19 vaccine doses have been administered in Toronto.
The #CityofTO, with the support from staff in shelters, 24-hour respite sites, COVID-19 response sites, and outreach staff, will conduct Toronto’s fifth Street Needs Assessment (SNA) starting today. Learn more: toronto.ca/news/city-of-t…
The SNA is a city-wide point-in-time count and survey of people experiencing homelessness: toronto.ca/community-peop…
The initiative will be led by staff from City-administered shelters, 24-hour respite sites, COVID-19 response sites and outreach agencies, as well as staff in provincially-administered sites. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, volunteers were not recruited for this year’s SNA.
