05/14/2020
Across the globe, small business owners are rising to the unique challenge of adjusting daily operations based on essential community demands and the urgent need to adapt, pivot, and survive while waiting to hear back about critical government financial relief programs.⠀
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Here in Gerrard India Bazaar, we have a number of small business owners stepping up to show a little ...⠀
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Lazy Daisy's Cafe is now offering grocery pickup and delivery through their newly launched 'Daisy's General Store.' Here locals can get quick and easy access to essentials like bread, eggs, and milk, without increasing their risk of infections by visiting a big-box grocery store.⠀
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Chandan Fashion has closed their doors physically, but continue to keep touch with clients though. face time appointments. An effort that truly reflects their dedication to building relationships.⠀
Blue Crow Gallery Inc. continues to support and represent Canadian Artists as they establish and expand in their work. An important catalyst of vibrant community life and enriched inner life.⠀
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Culinary Adventure Co is coordinating the 'Little India + Gerrard East Food Tour in a Box™' A easy but thoughtful way to support our local small businesses, with delivery available throughout the GTA. ⠀
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Restaurants have closed their dining rooms, but have kept the kitchens open. Along with increased health and safety best practices, these business owners have embraced the use of online platforms to keep quick and easy meal options widely accessible throughout the neighbourhood.⠀
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A number of other shops have stepped up to the challenge by coordinating local pick up and delivery for essential goods or virtual services. Many are moving operations online with the help of the new ShopHERE program via Digital Main Street + the City of Toronto - Your Local Government
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The Cornerstone Studio is launching virtual dance and fitness classes to help us keep moving and promote reestablishing healthy habits while staying home.⠀
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Furballs Pet Stuff have you covered for any pet needs - food, toys, grooming, and more.⠀
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Kala Kendar Music Warehouse Music is currently offering free delivery across Canada.⠀
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The Pantry is serving up some great delivery kits for 'Netflix and charcuterie.' If you have to stay home, why not do it in style!⠀
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IC CLEAR Optical Optical is offering free delivery for anyone running low on contacts.⠀
Ashbridge's Bay Animal Hospital Toronto Toronto is here for anyone with pet parent concerns during this time.⠀
Kohinoor Foods has adapted to offering online ordering through email and curbside pickup.⠀
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It's a somewhat frightening and uncertain time for us all, but we continue to move forward together, offering kindness and support to neighbours as we practice physical distancing.⠀
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Udupi Palace. Toronto is giving back by offering complementary meal combos to health our care heroes during this difficult time. A truly heartfelt consideration!⠀
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STAY // Chand Kapoor - (Chairman) Property Owner, 905 INK Tattoo
HOME //Inder Jandoo - (Vice Chair) SONU saree's
STAY // Gurdip Khorana - (Treasurer) Kala Kendar
SAFE // Chandan SIngh - Chandan Fashion
AND // Govind Mahtani - Nucreation Fashions LTD.
PLEASE // Yasmin - Forever Young Salon and Spa
CONTINUE // Vivek Ummat - Sangam Silk Store
TO // Sharon Minhas - Bombay Chowpatty
SUPPORT // Hubert - Upupi Palace
SMALL // Amber Prentice - PetiteCare
BUSINESS // Dawn Chapman - Lazy Daisy
WE'RE // Rajat Ram - Regency Restaurant
ALL // Gulshan Alibhai - Lahore Tikka House
IN // Saleem - Desi Burger
THIS // Pawan - Maharani Fashions
TOGETHER // Azim Popat - Kohinoor Foods
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