April 17, 2020 This afternoon, the Ontario Government announced that it would be expanding the list of essential services workers who are eligible for FREE Emergency Child Care during the Covid-19 crisis….
Updated April 16, 2020 On April 14, 2020, the Ontario government took steps to address and prevent further outbreaks in long-term care (LTC) homes across the province. The Emergency Order, under Ontario…
Posted April 7, 2020 The Ontario Government Announces Virtual Signings of Wills and Powers of Attorney Having a comprehensive estate plan in place is important even at the best of times, but…
Posted April 7, 2020 Parents are confronting scary and overwhelming uncertainty right now in facilitating access of children between homes and ensuring the health and safety of their families. With court hearings…
Posted April 7, 2020 Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has announced extended deadlines for the filing and payment of income tax returns, as follows: May 1, 2020:…
Posted April 7, 2020 As the COVID-19 pandemic progresses, the response from both the federal government and government of Ontario has been historic and unprecedented. Both governments have introduced initiatives over the…
On April 3, 2020, the Provincial government announced it would be extending its closure of non-essential business and services. The government will allow these businesses to operate remotely and through alternative forms…
This week, the Ministry of Health finally released COVID-19 Guidelines for Group Homes and Co-Living settings. These guidelines are particularly relevant to agencies and workers in the Developmental Services (DS) sector. Residential…
On April 3, 2020, the Provincial Government announced further measures it will take to address the COVID-19 crisis occurring in retirement homes and boards of health. Two new temporary orders have been…
Updated April 8, 2020 On Saturday, April 4, 2020, the Ontario government announced critical measures to address the unique challenges faced by people with disabilities, their families and the not-for-profit developmental services…
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