COVID-19: Resources for Reopening Your Restaurant, Bar, Cafe or Foodservice Business

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It’s been nearly three months since restaurants, bars, cafes and other foodservice businesses were ordered to cease all dine-in service and close off seating areas, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Since March 17, the industry has had to continually create and revise business practices to try and keep doors open, while adhering to strict guidelines and protocols.

As the majority of Ontario enters Stage 2 on May 12- Toronto/GTA and nine other regions will have to wait a while longer - new challenges arise with rules and regulations for reopening patios and preparing for in-restaurant dining. To help restaurants navigate this, I’ve put together a guide of various resources including procedures for food safety, cleaning and sanitation; where to find PPEs; financial information and services; and other useful information specific to the industry. This list of resources will be continually updated throughout the COVID-19 crisis.

REOPENING GUIDELINES FOR RESTAURANTS + OTHER FOODSERVICE BUSINESSES

City of Toronto Public Health 

COVID-19 Guidelines for Re-Opening your Restaurant

CafeTO - Registration for restaurants and bars that would like to install or expand a sidewalk or curb lane café

Ontario Government

Restaurant and Food Service: Guidance for Health and Safety Tip Sheet

Restaurant and Food Services Health and Safety During COVID-19 Guidance Note

Restaurants Canada

Navigating COVID-19: Updates and Resources for Foodservice Operators

Sculpture Hospitality

Why Communication is Key When Reopening Your Bar or Restaurant

Reimagine How Reopening Could Look for Your Restaurant or Bar

Reopening with a Safety Surcharge - Will it Work in Your Restaurant or Bar?

Sysco

Snapback Toolkit

FINANCIAL

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

COVID–19: CECRA for Small Businesses

Ontario Government

Financial Relief

Tax Relief 

Guidance for Employers

MARKETING

Postmedia

Local Marketing Grant Program for Restaurants

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

Ontario Government

Workplace PPE Supplier

OTHER

Ontario Government

Request a Temporary Rule or Regulation Change to Help Your Business Respond To COVID-19

Other Resources

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