January 22, 2021 There were more than 42,000 applications for the Ontario Small Business Support Grant in the first week of its availability. Read more about this post
January 21, 2021 While the Alberta government is allowing certain businesses to reopen amid loosened restrictions this week, Alberta indoor dining at foodservice is not among them. The provincial government announced last week that, although there would be a slight easing of the current COVID-19 restrictions for outdoor gatherings and personal services beginning January 18, on-premise dining will remain ... Read more about this post
January 21, 2021 A survey suggests one-third of small businesses currently have mobile apps, but 41 per cent plan to build one to support future growth Read more about this post
January 20, 2021 A City of Toronto report backed by Mayor John Tory has outlined a plan for a bigger and better CaféTO program in 2021 to help local restaurants. Read more about this post
January 15, 2021 The Small Business Support Grant provides $10,000 to $20,000 to eligible small businesses affected by the provincewide shutdown. Read more about this post
January 15, 2021 Japanese Sake: Umami and its Dialogue with Food will be held as two free webinars on February 15 and February 22. Read more about this post
January 13, 2021 Sysco Canada, the country’s largest foodservice company, has announced the launch of its “Keep Local Restaurants on the Menu” campaign. The company says this is its latest effort under its Foodies Unite initiative, which aims to help heal the restaurant industry in Canada and support communities impacted by the pandemic. As part of the campaign, Sysco ... Read more about this post
January 13, 2021 The lawsuit against third-party companies describes the level of delivery fees being charged during the pandemic as exorbitant and abusive. Read more about this post
January 12, 2021 Starbucks Canada says its plan to close up to 300 coffee shops across the country will be complete by the end of March. The Seattle-based coffeehouse and roastery chain announced the acceleration of what it calls a five-year “transformation strategy” last year as it responded to changes in consumer habits during the COVID-19 pandemic. In a statement ... Read more about this post
January 12, 2021 The AGCO will allow certain liquor licensed establishments to extend their premises to increase capacity until 2022. Read more about this post
January 11, 2021 Quebec’s latest COVID-19 lockdown will keep bars and restaurants closed until at least February 8, except for curbside pickup and delivery. Read more about this post
January 5, 2021 With 2020 in the rearview mirror, RestoBiz reviews ORHMA’s most-read news of the year, including announcements and advocacies. Read more about this post
January 4, 2021 The Ontario government has announced it will be providing a guide on how to start home-based food businesses. The move is an attempt to offer a “how-to” for food entrepreneurs during such a difficult time for the industry. Read more about this post
January 4, 2021 Restaurants and bars in Halifax arnd surrounding areas can re-launch in-person dining starting today, Monday, January 4, 2021. Read more about this post
December 30, 2020 Tim Hortons has named career Chef Tallis Voakes as its new Culinary Lead, with a mission of innovating across the men. Read more about this post