Author Archives for Bob Peters
May 11, 2020 2:03 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – Starting today, the Ontario government is allowing retail stores with a street entrance to offer curbside pickup and delivery. In addition, provincial parks and conservation reserves will... View Article
May 11, 2020 8:36 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The Government of Canada has announced new measures to support businesses so they can keep their workers on the payroll and weather this pandemic. “We know that... View Article
May 8, 2020 4:33 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – As people gradually begin returning to work, the Ontario government continues preparing for the next phase of restarting the provincial economy through the implementation of its Framework... View Article
May 7, 2020 12:53 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The world famous Canadian Forces Snowbirds Aerobatics Team is scheduled to fly over Cornwall today at approximately 4:30pm. The Canadian Forces Snowbirds are crossing the country in... View Article
May 7, 2020 12:07 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – While many are being asked to stay home, millions of Canadians are being called on to go to work every day. These Canadians are providing us with... View Article
May 6, 2020 2:02 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario ― The Ontario government is allowing all retail stores with a street entrance to provide curbside pickup and delivery, as well as in-store payment and purchases at garden... View Article
May 6, 2020 1:00 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – On the advice of the Chief Medical Officer of Health, the Ontario government is also extending all emergency orders that have been put in place to-date to... View Article
May 5, 2020 2:59 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The Cornwall Business Enterprise Centre will be holding a number of webinars over the next weeks to help business owners adopt best practices. The Spring Webinar 2020... View Article
May 4, 2020 10:15 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – Ontario has significantly increased testing and contact tracing capacity, allowing health experts to identify cases of COVID-19 and support efforts to stop the spread of the virus... View Article
May 1, 2020 1:34 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The Ontario government is allowing certain businesses and workplaces to reopen as long as they comply with strict public health measures and operate safely during the COVID-19... View Article
May 1, 2020 11:24 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The Ontario government is offering a new free 511 app which will provide truck drivers immediate access to the information they need to stay safe, fed and... View Article
April 30, 2020 3:57 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The Ontario government is ensuring employers have the safety guidelines they need to protect workers, customers, and the general public from COVID-19 as it prepares for a... View Article
April 29, 2020 5:58 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The COVID-19 pandemic has had an unprecedented effect on communities across Canada, including Cornwall. One of the hardest hit sectors has been the small business sector, with... View Article
April 29, 2020 4:42 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – In order to further limit the number of COVID-19 infections in the region, the Eastern Ontario Health Unit (EOHU) has issued three new Orders for businesses deemed... View Article
April 29, 2020 1:51 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The Ontario government is further expanding the list of essential workers eligible to receive free emergency child care during the COVID-19 outbreak. Those who will benefit include... View Article
April 29, 2020 12:07 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The Ontario government is launching the COVID-19: Tackling the Barriers website to help businesses overcome the unique challenges created by the global pandemic. Businesses working to retool... View Article
April 27, 2020 2:39 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The Ontario government has released A Framework for Reopening our Province, which outlines a potential future loosening of emergency measures, as well as guiding principles for the... View Article
April 27, 2020 9:57 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The City of Cornwall is encouraging residents to plant backyard gardens this summer. “Council and I are enthusiastic about the benefits of backyard gardens,” said Mayor Bernadette Clement.... View Article
April 27, 2020 9:41 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – All publicly-funded schools in Ontario will remain closed until at least May 31, 2020, as part of an effort to keep students, staff and families safe from... View Article
April 27, 2020 9:16 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – In recognition of the dedication, long hours and increased risk of working to contain the COVID-19 outbreak, the Ontario government is providing frontline staff with a temporary... View Article
April 24, 2020 5:11 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – A desire to show community spirit during a difficult time has morphed into a new collaborative t-shirt fundraiser initiative. A new series of ‘Together we Stand Apart’... View Article
April 24, 2020 4:41 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – In the midst of the COVID-19 Crisis a number of local organizations are working overtime to support the local business community, including the Eastern Ontario Training Board.... View Article
April 24, 2020 4:14 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall, Ontario – During this time of uncertainty, this Cornwall business has decided it’s time to build. InHabit Consulting + Design focuses on making the building process as simple as possible... View Article
April 24, 2020 1:59 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The Ontario government is partnering with the federal government to provide urgent relief for small businesses and landlords affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. The province is committing... View Article