Toronto Moves into Grey Zone on Monday, March 8
Today the Province announced that Toronto would move into the Grey Zone of the Provincial COVID-19 Response Framework next week on Monday, March 8, and we’ll remain at this level for at least two weeks. What does this mean?
- 50% capacity limit for supermarkets, convenience stores, pharmacies, and other stores that primarily sell groceries continues.
- 25% capacity limit for all other retail stores, including big box stores, liquor stores, hardware stores, and garden centres.
- Curbside pick-up and delivery permitted.
- Stores must post capacity limits publicly (Post at any entrances customers and staff may use.)
- Stores must have passive screening for patrons. This can be done by posting this screening poster at your store’s entrance.
- Use this screening poster for your staff.
- Individuals must continue to practice physical distancing and wear a mask.
We are pleased that this announcement coincides with our ShopTheJunction2WIN contest, presented in partnership with The Sweet Potato, to increase sales in Junction businesses safely. Contest dates: March 15 – April 26. Read more about how you can participate.
As for other retailers, services and attractions:
- Restaurants, bars, cafes – Indoor and outdoor seating is banned. Existing take-out, drive-through and delivery services will be allowed to continue.
- Personal care service providers (e.g. hair salons, barbershops, etc.) must stay closed.
- Gyms must remain closed.
- Regulated health professionals (chiropractors, dentists, massage therapists, ophthalmologists, physical and occupational therapists, podiatrists) are allowed to operate under the provincial framework.
- Cannabis stores can be open for curbside pick-up.
- Real estate agencies will be allowed to operate, but open houses must be by appointment only.
For full details on what’s allowed under the Grey Zone, click here.
If you have any questions, please email Matthew at operations@torontojunction.ca
