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- Masks/Face Coverings By-Law
- Halton Hills Launches COVID-19 Business Recovery Survey
- Halton Hills Patios are Now Open
- CECRA Program Extended to End of July 2020
- New Canada-United States-Mexico Trade Agreement Comes into Effect
- VisitHaltonHills is on Instagram
- Helson Gallery Re-Opens
- Halton Hills COVID-19 Arts & Culture Forums
- ‘Artrepreneur’ – Business Training for Creatives!
- New Local Commissioning Program – ‘The Artist Next Door’
- Culture Days – Call for Participation
- Visit InvestHaltonHills.com for COVID-19 Business Support Programing and Information
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Masks/Face Coverings By-Law
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The Town of Halton Hills passed a by-law on July 9, mandating the wearing of masks/face coverings in public spaces, effective July 16. This practice is intended to accompany other health and safety protocols such as physical distancing and frequent hand washing. Masks/face coverings should ensure the nose, mouth and chin must be securely covered so as to filter respiratory droplets. Masks can be cloth, medical and/or disposable. Other forms of acceptable face coverings include bandanas and scarves. A face shield is not a substitute for wearing a face mask as it does not filter respiratory droplets.
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Halton Hills Launches
COVID-19 Business Recovery Survey
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The Town of Halton Hills is conducting a second COVID-19 survey of the Halton Hills business community. This survey builds on the earlier COVID-19 Business Impact Survey which was issued in April and collected information on the immediate effects of the pandemic.
The current survey will provide information on how businesses have adapted to the challenges posed by COVID-19 as well as help inform any further potential economic recovery supports.
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Halton Hills Patios are Now Open
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CECRA Program Extended to End of July 2020
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Last week, the Federal Government
announced
that the
Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance
(CECRA) program will be extended by one month to cover eligible business rents for July. In order to simplify the application process for all applicants, the government is removing the requirement to claw-back insurance proceeds and provincial rent supports from the CECRA forgivable loan amount for both existing and new applicants.
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New Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement
Comes into Effect
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On July 1, the new Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) entered into force. The new agreement preserves the key elements of the long-lasting trade relationship between the three countries while incorporating new and updated provisions that seek to address 21st-century trade issues.
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Visit Halton Hills on Instagram
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Along with the recent redevelopment and relaunch of the
Town’s tourism website
, the Town has also launched a
tourism-specific Instagram account
which will feature regular information and updates on local farms and tourism businesses, outdoor activities, shopping, events and more.
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The Helson Gallery will be reopening to the public on July 14. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. - 12 noon from Tuesday to Saturday. The Bruce Andrews Collection – a selection of paintings and prints from the extensive collection of local resident, Bruce Andrews – is currently on view.
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Halton Hills COVID-19 Arts & Culture Forums
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Connect with others virtually to share your experiences, and to learn about new initiatives from the Town to support arts & culture. New programs include Artrepreneur, an in-depth entrepreneurial course for creative professionals, and The Artist Next Door, a funding program for the creation of new artwork in all disciplines. Registration is free for a choice of two sessions: Wednesday, July 22 at 2 p.m., or Tuesday, July 28 at 7 p.m.
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‘Artrepreneur’ – Business Training for Creatives
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Halton Hills is bringing home the York Region Arts Council’s tried-and-tested ‘Artrepreneur’ program to artists, cultural workers, and non-profit managers. The 9-week interactive crash course in entrepreneurial skills will be held via Zoom platform. Topics include business planning, marketing and market research, and more, taught by experts in the field. Artrepreneur features weekly sessions on Tuesdays from 6 – 8 p.m. starting September 15 through November 10, 2020. The free program requires a $100 deposit that will be returned to participants upon completion.
Applications for Halton Hills open Monday, July 13, 2020.
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New Local Commissioning Program –
‘The Artist Next Door’
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This brand new commissioning program awards grants of up to $1,000 for the creation of new artwork, in any artistic discipline, to individual artists, artist teams, cultural groups and organizations. As part of the ongoing response to the effects of COVID-19 on the arts and culture sector, this funding encourages local artists to include public engagement, community building, collaboration, or digital access in their practice.
Apply before August 7.
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Culture Days – Call for Participation
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This year's celebration of arts and culture runs for a whole month from September 25-October 25 in Halton Hills, and across Canada. Connect with new customers and audiences by creating self-guided or digital programming that can be enjoyed from home, or at a safe social distance.
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Visit InvestHaltonHills.com for COVID-19 Business Support Programing and Information
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As part of its ongoing commitment to engage with and support the local business community, the Town continues to update and add to its
COVID-19 Business Supports web page. We are continuously gathering information and supports to help you navigate through the resources being announced by all levels of government.
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