Patio season is back at Yonge + St. Clair meaning you can find great food and drinks all around the neighbourhood. In addition, newly installed CafeTO curb lane patios will provide even more seating space. Check in with your favourite places to dine + drink before you visit for operating hours and reservations!

Last updated: July 31, 2020

PATIOS

Zelden’s Deli and Desserts

Location: 1446 Yonge St.

Zelden’s is the perfect blend of classic deli dishes and more modern dishes aimed at evolving the style. Housed in what can only be described as a jazzy, vintage-modern locale Zelden’s prides itself as the evolution of deli. Visit their storefront patio for some must-try classics. See their menu here.

Union Social Eatery

Location: 21 St. Clair W

A local hotspot, Union Social Eatery is opening their curbside patio (soon!) to serve their classic fare. Stay tuned for more information. Contact 416-901-3456 or visit their website for more information.

Capocaccia Trattoria

Location: 1366 Yonge St.

Capocaccia is a neighbourhood trattoria inspired by the rustic cuisine of southern Italy. Join them on their patio, and call ahead to inquire about reservations: (416) 921-3141 or visit their website for more information.

Midtown Gastro Hub

Location: 1535 Yonge St.

This iconic multi-storey hotspot is back in action with their outdoor patio open to serve you. Catch up on some classic bites and drinks and kick off your season right! For full details and to inquire about how to land a spot, see their website. Additionally, take out and delivery is available from their site.

iQ Food Co.

Location: 2 St. Clair W, on Yonge.

iQ serves up healthy meals choices with a modern flair. From salads, to smoothies, to feel-good desserts you’ll find it at iQ. Pull up a chair on their new sidewalk patio. Contact them at hello@iqfoodco.com or (647) 350-7722 for store hours.

Barnsteiner’s 

Location: 1 Balmoral Ave. Hours: Mon – Sat Noon – 9PM. Sun 530PM – 830PM

Catch up over trendy culinary dishes and beverages at Barnsteiner’s with their patio seating. The quintessential restaurant dining experience you’ve missed so much is back! You can contact Barnsteiner’s directly at 416 515 0551 or visit their website for more details or to order food to go.

Ambiyan on Yonge

Location: 1560 Yonge St. – Tucked away in the plaza corridor near Popeye’s

Tucked away along the busy Yonge St. corridor, Ambiyan on Yonge serves modern Indian cuisine and beverages on their patio. It may be one of your new favourite hangouts this season since their patio has partial cover in the Delisle Court plaza offering both an outdoor + indoor atmosphere. See their website for menu and options. Call 416 792 5656 for reservations.

Nove Trattoria

Location: 1406 Yonge St.

Traditional Italian cuisine you can now enjoy on Nove’s new outdoor seating. Call to place orders or to learn more about their patio schedule (647) 345-5848.

9Bars Cafe

Location: 46 St. Clair E Hours: Wed – Sat 4PM – 8PM, and Sun 11AM – 3PM.

9Bars cafe is a cozy local cafe with gelato being served on their patio. Enjoy a quick treat on their patio or get something to go through pickup or delivery!

Mermaid Fish and Grill House

Location: 44 St. Clair E

With Mediterranean inspired cuisine, attentive, and seamless service, Mermaid Fish and Grill House Restaurant offers an exquisite menu with high-quality ingredients and fresh fish recipes. Book your spot on their patio by calling (416) 546 9158, or see their menu here.

Browne’s Bistro

Location 1251 Yonge Street  Patio Time Slots: 4:30 – 6:30 PM; 6:30 – 8:30 PM; 8:30 – 10:30 PM

Limited patio seating now available! Call (416) 924-8132 or email reservations@brownesbistro.com to make a reservation!

TAKEOUT

Great meals are available for takeout if you want to find some bites and drinks to take home. See the full list of what’s open nearby here: What’s Open at Yonge + St. Clair

Or if you’d like to notify us of local patio you’ve spotted that’s now open, contact us at info@yongestclair.ca

Local businesses at Yonge + St. Clair businesses are reopening, or offering additional ways to shop and support local in response to the impacts of COVID-19. This page contains frequent updates about what’s open at Yonge + St. Clair, sorted by business category, and includes modified operating hours and ways to get in touch. Remember to bookmark and save this page for added convenience.

Last updated: August 21, 2020.

Additional businesses and services in Toronto have been be authorized to reopen according to Ontario’s stage 3 health and safety guidelines, including patio seating and limited indoor dining. 

Retail

+ Alleen’s Custom Window Treatments – Open for curbside pickup and virtual consultations via their website.

+ Ava Pharmacy – Open in-store. See website for more details.

+ Book City – Contactless delivery for book purchases from this indie book store. Shop and learn more: Visit the Book City Website. Contactless pickup starting May 20.

+ Canadian Outlet – Storefront open. Mon – Fri, 8AM – 8PM, Sat 9AM-8PM, Sun 10AM-7 PM. Call 647 748 5454 for storefront.

+ Dove Cleaners – Modified hours: Mon – Fri, 10AM – 6PM. Sat and Sun, 9AM – 3PM.

+ Ginger Flower Studio – Order and shop the floral shop completely online, with delivery: Visit Ginger Flower Studio’s Website

+ Home Hardware Deer Park – Open Monday to Friday, 9AM – 6PM

+ Deluxe Cleaners. Open Mon – Fri, 10AM – 5PM.

+ Eden Flowers – Open in-store.

+ Florigens – Open for delivery, 10am – 1pm. Call 416-935-0130 or visit florigensdesign.com

+ ID Eyewear – Open in- store via shopping appointment. Tues – Fri from 12PM – 3PM. Contact ideyewear@hotmail.com or call 416-926-9200.

+ LCBO

+ Marquess Jewellers – Shop online, visit Marquess Jeweller’s online shop.

+ Midtown Tech – To service your tech needs and to order items for delivery call 416-925-8524. Midtown Tech is an authorized Apple product retailer.

+ Moore Park Cleaners – Open. Mon – Sat, 10AM – 5PM

+ Olsson Optical – Professional opticians providing essential visual care: prescription eyewear and lenses , sunglasses, repairs. COVID-19 emergency hours: Tuesday through Friday 11.00 am till 4 pm. Also available by personal appointment outside of temporary business hours. (please e-mail info@olssonoptical.ca, or call 416 924-0900)

+ Paperboy Cards and Gifts – Open for retail Mon – Sat from 10AM – 5PM. You can reach staff at 416-926-8622. You will receive a call back if the call is missed.

+ Roots – Mon – Sat 10AM-6PM, Sun 11AM-5pm.

+ Shoppers Drug Mart – Yonge + St. Clair store location open. Hours may vary.

+ St. Clair Greetings – Open Mon – Fri, 12PM – 5PM and Sat, 12PM – 4PM. For more details visit their website.

+ The Chocolate Tulip –  Order and shop online. For upcoming special occasions, advance orders are accepted. No contact delivery. Call 416-921-559 or Visit Chocolate Tulip’s Website.

+ TPH The Printing House –  Is open for contactless orders at 2 St. Clair E. Requests must be emailed to branch030@tph.ca between 9AM-5PM, Monday to Friday. Or call 416-964-6580 for further inquiries.

+ The Health Shoppe – Open at their new location at 1376 Yonge St., and offering a wide selection of health and beauty products, supplements, fresh foods, giftware etc. Visit their website here or call (416) 968 1225.

+ The Papery – Open in-store 10AM to 4PM. See The Papery website or contact 416-968-0706.

+ Venus Lingerie – Open Tues, Thurs, and Sat from 11am to 5pm. Visit their website here, call 416-923-5217, or email venuslingerietoronto@hotmail.com

+ Walking on a Cloud. Open Tues and Wed, 11AM to 5PM, Thurs from 12PM to 7PM, and Fri and Sat from 11AM to 5PM. To order curb-side pickup call 416-925-4990.

Health + Wellness

Gyms + Fitness + Massage

+ Ace Sports Clinic – In-person services are now reopened for Mon – Sat. Book an appointment.  For ongoing programs and services, see the Ace Sports Clinic booking page and website. Follow Ace Sports Clinic on their Instagram page for upcoming promotions, and ongoing free digital wellness content.

+ b-Stretched – Open for appointments with stretch therapy practitioners. Call 416-901-0103 or email info@b-stretched.com

+ Balance Fitness – Gym now open via appointment. Call 416-BALANCE (225-2623) and follow Balance Fitness’ Instagram Posts Page for wellness and workout content.

+ barre3 – Book now for online, outdoor, and indoor classes. Ongoing 45 min livestream classes are bookable just like barre3’s traditional studio classes. See pricing and reservations on the barre3 Toronto website and MindBody page.  Livestreams and the existing barre3 online monthly memberships feature on-demand classes ranging from 10-60 mins. Please note there is a 20%

+ Chi Spa – In-person appointments, and in-store retail now open. Please call 416 515 8288 for bookings and appointments, and more information.

+ Healthy Habits 360 – Livestreaming classes are on Instagram: Visit Healthy Habits 360’s Instagram Page. Livestream schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2PM.

+ King Thai Massage –  Opens July 1, 2020.  Visit their website or contact 416-924-1818 for more info.

+ Modo Yoga Uptown – Livestreaming classes and schedules are on Instagram: Visit Modo Yoga Uptown’s Instagram Page. Also accepting contributions and donations to keep the free classes running. Donate and support: Visit the Modo Yoga GoFundMe page.

+ Oxygen Yoga and Fitness at Yonge + St. Clair – Gym now open! Book an online Instagram class here: Oxygen Yoga and Fitness’ Site. Order natural health supplements delivered to your home: Visit the online store. Also accepting contributions and donations to keep the free classes running. Donate and support: Visit Oxygen’s GoFundMe page.

+ Spring Wellness Clinic – In-clinic appointments open. You can visit their website to book online or email info@springwellness.ca for more information.

Healthcare

+ Forest Hill Orthodontics – Open online for virtual dental consultations. Book a time by visiting the Forest Hill Orthodontics webpage.

+ Midtown Physiotherapy – Is open for in-clinic and at home.  Also, virtual physiotherapy is available (online, using a laptop or camera-enabled device), which gives a social-distancing option to people who would prefer that. Appointment times are managed to minimize waiting and overlaps. The clinic is open full days Mon – Fri, and you can book clinic visits online, or call to arrange a time.  www.midtownphysiotherapy.com

+ Mosaic Physiotherapy  – Open for in-person bookings via this link. Visit the Mosaic Physiotherapy website for more details.

+ The Centre for Health, Fitness and Performance – Location now open 5 days a week for Chiropractic, Physiotherapy, Massage Therapy, and Naturopathic care. In addition, offering Virtual Therapy for Chiropractic, Physiotherapy, Psychotherapy, and Jaw therapy 7 days a week. They are also available for emergency and urgent cases, please contact by phone 416-972-6279 or email clinic@cffhp.com to inquire. Visit www.cffhp.com for more information on services, virtual care, and emergency care policies.

+ The Chiropractic and Health Associates Clinic – Re-opened for in-person appointments. Patients can email Dr. Green directly to make an appointment. Phone (416) 924-0777  or visit their website.

+ Toronto Foot Clinic / Ask Podiatrist – Contact podiatrist, Andrew Klayman by visiting the Ask Podiatrist website for foot-related healthcare.

Salons + Beauty

+ Blowdry Lounge – In-person appointments now open. Book your appointment online.

+ Cozy Spa – In-person appointments open 1030 – 730 PM Offering curb-side pickup. Call 647-609-0211 or email cozyspanails@gmail.com

+ David Scott Beauty – Visit the new davidscottbeauty.com for salon product orders.

+ Glamour Secrets – In-person appointments now open. Call 416 923 4526 to book.

+ Hair Artisans – In-person appointments now open. Contact their team to learn more by visiting their website. Contact-free purchases and deliveries of salon products available: Contact info@hairartisans.com

+ Laser Essential – Accepting bookings and appointments for in-clinic. Visit laseressential.ca

+ Manis Cosmetic Consulting – In-clinic appointments open. Virtual care and teleconferencing available. Call 416 522 8286. Cosmetic products are available to be purchased for curbside and contactless delivery. Visit the Manis Cosmetic Consulting online store.

+ Michael Kluthe Salon – In-person appointments now open. To book or more information visit their website. For currently available salon products available for purchase, message desk@michaelkluthe.com.

+ Robert Dunne Salon – Offering retail products for pickup, or local delivery. Fridays for salon pickup. Gift cards are also available for prepayment of your next service. For order or questions email info@robertdunnesalon.com

+ Skin Care by Corina – In-clinic appointments open. Call 416-921-9288 or text 416-526-1337  or message info@skincarebycorina.com to get in touch with them.

+ Salon Lyol – Open for in-person appointments. Request an appointment online by registering for an account.

+ Salon Scavo – Open with regular in-person business hours as listed online. For more information email administrator@salonsacavo.com or call 416-964-1229.

+ Yonge + St. Clair Tanning Spa – In-person appointments open. Call 416 923 2411 to book an appointment.

Specialty

+ CC Pharmacy – Open. Mon – Fri, 10AM – 4PM. Doctor consultations available by phone – email ccpharmacy1351@gmail.com to set up an appointment.

+ Pharmasave – Open Mon – Fri, 8:30AM to 7PM, and Sat from 9AM to 3PM.

Office + Specialty

+ Chestnut Park – Real estate, brokerage. Mon – Fri, 9AM – 5PM.

+ Eggersman. Available for design consultation. Learn more by contacting eggersmanntoronto.ca or by phone at 416-420-9565

+ My Tailor – Open. Mon – Friday, 11AM – 3PM, and Sat from 10AM to 3PM

+  Oxford Learning Rosedale – Online tutoring services for all ages. Contact (647) 492-8273 or email rosedale@oxfordlearning.com

Food + Drink

The following storefronts remain closed, however will be open to take orders.

+ 9 Bars Cafe – Monday – Sunday 11AM to 8PM. Gelato sold on the patio throughout summer, with some patio seating now available. Takeout available. Ritual and Uber eats available. Pick up orders at 416-901-9227.

+ Ambiyan on Yonge – Patio is now open call (416) 792-5656 to reserve spots. 3:30 PM – 9:00 PM weekdays. 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM weekends. Delivery within 4 km radius available for orders over $40.

+ Aroma Espresso Bar – Open Monday to Friday, 8am – 2pm, for take-out only. No cash payment.

+ Barnsteiner’s – Patio is open for dining and happy hour, as well as indoor dining reservations. Open Tues – Thurs 5PM – 8PM. Fri – Sat 430PM-830PM. Accepting orders starting 4PM daily. Open for patio dining, takeout, delivery via DoorDash only, pickup, curbside ordering, and online ordering. Order online here or by phone 4165150551. See the menu here. 

+ Bombay Roti – Pickup and delivery available on their webpage 

+ Brownes Bistro – Patio now open! Patio timeslots available are 430PM – 630PM, 630PM – 830PM, 830PM – 130PM Email: reservations@brownesbistro.com | Takeout and pickup available 4PM – 9PM daily.  Call 416-924-8132 to place your order.

+ BUCA – Pickup and delivery available for 2 St. Clair W. See website for more details.

+ Capoccacia Trattoria – Patio open! Free online pickup and delivery orders can be placed on Capoccacia’s ordering page including wine and Italian fine food pantry items.

+ Greenhouse Juice – The Greenhouse Juice street-level pickup window is open. Visit the Greenhouse Juice delivery page to learn more about delivery zones.

+ Holy Chuck Burgers – Mon-Sat 11AM – 10PM. Sun 12PM-8PM.

+ iQ FOOD – Open for takeout Mon – Fri, 11AM – 4:30PM. Order ahead for pickup on the Ritual app.

+ Kwan Dim Sum – Open for takeout. Available on Uber Eats. Contact (416) 901-6618.

+ La Barista Cafe – Open in-store. 12 St. Clair E, located down the escalators.

+ Loblaws

+ Longo’s

+ Mary Be Kitchen – Offering full meal kits through the Mary Be Kitchen grocery page in addition to takeout and delivery. For more options on ordering options, visit Mary Be Kitchen’s ordering page.

+ McDonald’s

+ Mean Bao – Sun-Mon Closed. Tues – Sat Open 12 PM – 7 PM.

+ Midtown Gastro Hub – 4PM – 10 PM daily. Visit the Midtown Hub website for ordering options, or order from Uber Eats, Skip The Dishes or Doordash.

+ Nove Trattoria – Open for takeout. Call 647 345 5848.

+ Pasta Pronta – Pickup or delivery available, visit their website.

+ Shawarma Q – Open for takeout and delivery. Call (647) 430-7266.

+ Sobey’s

+ Starbucks – 2 St. Clair E.

+ Starbucks – 5 Rosehill Ave.

+ Sunny Morning Breakfast + Lunch – 7AM – 3PM daily, now with indoor dining seating and ongoing local pickup or order through Uber Eats delivery.

+ Sushi Garden  – See website for online orders, or call in at 416-922-9226 between 11AM – 915PM

+ Tim Horton’s 

+ The Hive E-Sports Bar – Open 4PM – midnight 7 Days a week with occasional front door takeout specials. Takeout menu available, and beer and wine to-go menu available. Contact 647-348-6344.

+ Zelden’s Deli and Desserts – Order directly from Zelden’s by calling 647 347 3474 or visit Zelden’s webpage for more delivery options. Pickup between 11AM – 6PM.

This list is updated on an ongoing basis. If you see or own a local business that has not yet been included, or would like to request an update to an existing business listing, you may contact the Yonge + St. Clair BIA directly at info@yongestclair.ca

Celebrate Father’s Day this Sunday, June 21, 2020! Whether you want to spend time enjoying the neighbourhood with dad, or you just want to quickly shop for the essentials, here are some up-to-date local services, retail, and dining options that are open to serve you.

A message from the community: Your support at Yonge + St. Clair directly benefits small and independently owned businesses, which go a long way to keeping the neighbourhood vibrant and thriving while you plan your Father’s Day!

GET A GELATO

Father’s Day is also gelato season in the area and that means it’s time to put on your summer wear and choose your flavours!

9 Bars Cafe

This cozy cafe is located steps away from the intersection of Yonge + St. Clair. Walk a minute east to 9 Bars Cafe at 46 St Clair Ave E where you’ll find a mix of their seasonal gelato flavours, and remember to also check out their coffee beans, pasta menu, brunch menu and much more! Throughout the year, you can enjoy their patio and modern interior for a much welcomed hangout spot to catch up on a book, chat with a coworker, over a bite and hot coffee.

Current, up-to-date hours and services: Pickup and takeout Mon – Sun 11AM – 8PM. Ritual App, and Uber Eats options available.

Capocaccia Trattoria

With an occasional sidewalk gelato stand appearing throughout the summer months, Capocaccia is serving you at 1366 Yonge St. Did we also mention that Capocaccia also sells culinary ingredients, wine, and offers takeout and delivery through their website too?

Current, up-to-date hours and services: Delivery and takeout 11AM – 9PM. Wine half off 11AM – 9PM.

Cucina Buca

The Buca at 2 St. Clair W is selling gelato by the pint! Open for pickup and delivery this new neighbourhood staple is also providing pre-packaged, cook-at-home meals in addition to other Buca favourites. Pictured below: milk + honey gelato.

Current, up-to-date hours and services: Pickup and delivery Wed – Sat 4PM – 8PM, and Sun 11AM – 3PM.

PARKS

Yonge + St. Clair is connected to the ravine park that runs below the bridge at St. Clair E. It’s an ideal way to soak in the sun and explore the natural scenery. Whereas you may find downtown parks with an ever-increasing crowd, you can rest assured that you’ll find an entirely new pace to nature nearby.

How to access it: Just head east on Heath St. E north of the Yonge + St. Clair intersection and go down the staircase, or head to St. Clair E + Avoca Ave where you’ll spot a path takes you down to the trail under the bridge. There are also other nearby greenspaces to explore.

EAT GREAT MEALS AT HOME

Mary Be Kitchen

A Father’s Day only Salmon Burger Bundle is available this weekend only. Add this to your must-eats because it’s available for delivery or pickup on Friday June 19, and pick-up only on Saturday June 20.

Current, up-to-date hours and services: Open 9AM – 8PM for pickup, takeout and delivery. Visit their website to see their menu, grocery list, and to order your meal for other health conscious meals and bites.

Capocaccia Trattoria

Yes, they’ve made this list twice! An upscale three-course Father’s Day BBQ for 4 with wine is on their menu this week.

Current, up-to-date hours and services: Order the Father’s Day meal online. Delivery and takeout 11AM – 9PM. Wine half off 11AM – 9PM.

Zelden’s Deli

One of the last two remaining Jewish delis in all of Toronto, Zelden’s Deli and Desserts offers classic deli options via takeout and delivery. It’s hearty and delicious, it’s perfect comfort food for the weekend.

Current, up-to-date hours and services: Order directly from Zelden’s by calling 647 347 3474 or visit Zelden’s webpage for more delivery options. Pickup between 11AM – 6PM.

More places to order Food + Drink?

See the full list of currently available food + drink spots open now: What’s Open at Yonge + St. Clair.

GIFTS – CLOTHING, CARDS, MORE

Book City

Is dad more inclined to stay home and lounge with a great read? Local independent book chain Book City has been offering contact-free delivery throughout the COVID-19 measures. You might even save yourself from having to step foot out of the house if that’s your preference.

Current, up-to-date hours and services: Order and arrange delivery here from their website: Shop online here.

Paperboy Cards and Gifts

This boutique gift store has the same charm, energy and gift ideas that you’d think you were shopping somewhere on West Queen West. Carrying a wide variety of unique gifts and cheeky cards, be sure to swing by.

Current, up-to-date hours and services: Visit in-store at 7 Pleasant Blvd. Open for retail Mon – Sat from 10AM – 5PM. You can reach staff at 416-926-8622.

St. Clair Greetings

Just a few steps south of the Yonge + St. Clair intersection, St. Clair Gifts offers a wide variety of quick and easy gift items.

Current, up-to-date hours and services: Open Mon – Fri, 12PM – 5PM and Sat, 12PM – 4PM. For more details visit their website.

Midtown Tech

Looking for some spiffy Apple products for dad or need your tech repaired? Midtown Tech is an Apple authorized retailer serving the midtown neighbourhood.

Current, up-to-date hours and services: Call 416-925-8524 to reach an associate.

Looking for more Ideas for Father’s Day?

See the full list of what’s open here: What’s Open at Yonge + St. Clair

Or if you’d like to submit a Father’s Day update that we’ve missed, contact us at info@yongestclair.ca

Celebrate Mother’s Day this Sunday, May 10, 2020 with local shopping ideas from the comfort of your home. Here’s a round-up of some of the nearby, independent stores open now to help you complete your Mother’s Day shopping from a safe distance.

Flowers and Bouquets

Ginger Flower Studio

Check out this self-serve floral store, now with an updated Mother’s Day arrangement section for delivery to your door: Order Mother’s Day bouquets here.

The Chocolate Tulip

Get a custom floral arrangement from this local favourite, and arrange a your delivery or pickup. Advance orders are preferred to best serve you. Order online here or reach out directly for more info at (416) 921 5559.

Gift Ideas

Paperboy Gifts and Cards

Known for its wide range of humorous, clever and diverse gift selection, this boutique gift shop currently offers a phone-in shopping service. Arrange a callback with the store for your gift shopping arrangements for Mother’s Day or your next special occasion. Call 416-926-8622.

Book City

Local independent book chain Book City is offering contact-free delivery of its books. Cozy up to some great literary finds this Mother’s Day. Order and arrange delivery here: Shop online here.

Oxygen Yoga and Fitness

Stay healthy from home. Oxygen Yoga and Fitness is online selling a wide range of natural health supplements, shop their page here: Shop natural here.

Pure Health Team

Need to get some new at-home gear for active living and spiritual wellness? Pure Health Team has you covered with its online shop, covering handmade soaps to brass singing bowls. Shop Pure Health here.

Midtown Tech

Looking for some spiffy Apple products for mom? Midtown Tech is an Apple authorized retailer serving the midtown neighbourhood. Call 416-925-8524 to reach an associate.

Glamour Secrets

Get your shine on, beauty products are available for sale & delivery by calling 416-923-4526 or emailing stclair@gsbeautybar.ca. Promotions are running, with many items 10-50% off. Free delivery in Toronto.

Salon Scavo

Gift card purchases, colour kits for delivery or curbside pickup, and retail purchases are available. For more information on any of these email administrator@salonsacavo.com

Hair Artisans

Contact-free purchases and deliveries of salon products are available contact: info@hairartisans.com

Meal Ideas

Mary Be Kitchen

Mary Be Kitchen is now delivering an entire Mother’s Day Brunch for 4 to your home. Shop their special grocery ideas online for more at-home ideas and options. Order the Mary Be Kitchen Mother’s Day special here.

Capoccacia Trattoria

Capoccacia is now serving their trendy Italian dining through a brand new online ordering platform. You can get your Mother’s Day meal for pickup or delivery using their online platform: Order directly from Capoccacia using their online menu here.

Brownes Bistro

Order French cuisine to go using your delivery app or order and pick up your order in-store . Place your pickup order here. Or see more options here on their website.

Ambiyan on Yonge

Want to get some great Indian cuisine to go or delivered? Both services are offered online here. See delivery conditions on their page.

Zelden’s Deli

Get your hearty, classic deli fix by picking up an order by calling in to (647) 347-3474 or find Zelden’s on your delivery app. Store menu here.

9 Bars Cafe

Coffee and cafe staples are available for order! Call 9 Bars Cafe at (416) 901-9227 or use Ritual for take out, or hop on Uber Eats to order delivery.

Sunny Morning Breakfast and Lunch 

Pick up morning and lunch favourites from Sunny Morning Breakfast and Lunch. Open between 8AM – 2PM. Call (416) 922-0005 for Pickup.

You can now purchase gift cards up to 1/2 off at 20+ participating Yonge + St. Clair stores at supportysc.com, as a way to support your local businesses from a safe distance by shopping online. The Yonge + St. Clair has partnered with GIFTforward.co to make this program possible.

How it Works:

You can purchase gift cards that are up to 1/2 off directly through supportysc.com

All listed 1/2 price gift cards you purchase will be matched dollar for dollar by the Yonge + St. Clair BIA and added it to your gift card grand total.

All other discounted rates that do not feature the price match will still directly support local businesses.

100% of ALL sales and proceeds go directly to local businesses.

Community Goal:

Help the Yonge + St. Clair community raise $50,000 in funding for local businesses.

From April 14 – April 21, 2020 we have already raised $14, 000+ so far as neighbourhood. Let’s keep it going! Together, we #SupportYSC.

Support a local business now by shopping online at supportYSC.com

Shop and Support Local Now

Visit supportYSC.com. In partnership with GIFTForward.co

Yonge + St. Clair BIA Digital Growth Grant

BIA member businesses can receive a $500 grant to support and grow their business online.

WHAT IS IT?

In response to the impacts of the COVID-19 crisis, the Yonge + St. Clair BIA has created a $15,000 Digital Support Fund to provide grants to member businesses (must be located in the Yonge + St. Clair BIA) in support of their digital transition and/or growth. The grant will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis, allowing up to 30 eligible businesses to receive a grant of $500 each.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

This is grant funding that you will NOT need to repay.

WHAT CAN I USE THE GRANT FOR?

Whether this is the first time you’ve thought about going digital, or you already have an online strategy, this grant can be utilized in a unique way by every business to best help them transition or grow their online presence. This might include:

+ Setting up an online store

+ Creating tools to provide your services online (ie video classes)

+ Subscription costs for online tools or services

+ Necessary equipment

+ Staff training for digital technology

+ Digital marketing (ie social media ads)

+ Other digital growth needs

Not sure how you can use this grant? No worries. We’ve partnered with Digital Main Street, a non-profit organization that specializes in digital strategy, to provide you with free tools and guidance.

WHAT CAN’T I USE THE GRANT FOR?

Grants cannot be used for:

+ Purchasing unnecessary or expensive equipment, or repair of existing equipment

+ Owner’s salaries or salaries of existing employees

+ Repayment of loans or past debts

+ Previous purchases or expenditures

HOW DO I APPLY?

Step 1: BIA member businesses can schedule a chat with Lana Pribic of Digital Main Street (DMS) by booking an appointment here or emailing lana@digitalmainstreet.ca. Lana and the DMS team will discuss your online goals and help plan the best use of your grant.

Step 2: Once you’ve had a chat with the folks at DMS, please complete your application form here: Digital Growth Grant Application Form

Step 3: Successful applications will be contacted by email within 7 business days of submitting their application. Prior to receiving their grant funds, successful applications will be required to sign a simple contract outlining their obligations – including providing receipts of their digital support expenditures – to the BIA.

For any questions related to this grant, please contact info@yongestclair.ca. 

The following is an evolving list of financial resources, measures, policy, and other information put forward by various level of government in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This list will be continuously updated to provide the most relevant and up-to-date information for our members.

We encourage everyone who is seeking advice on how to access resources for support to contact the City of Toronto’s Small Business Service Centre at by calling 416-392-6646, emailing smallbusiness@toronto.ca, or by visiting their website.

Also a reminder to TRACK YOUR LOSSES. It is not unheard of for the Government to require a complete audit of your sales before, during, and after the outbreak in order to calculate future compensation.

Government of Canada

Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan: March 18, 2020 – The Prime Minister has announced a new set of economic measures to help stabilize the economy during this challenging period. A number of measures for both individuals and businesses were announced including:

Providing eligible small employers a temporary wage subsidy for a period of three months. The subsidy will be equal to 10% of remuneration paid during that period, up to a maximum subsidy of $1,375 per employee and $25,000 per employer

The Canada Revenue Agency will allow all businesses to defer, until after August 31, 2020, the payment of any income tax amounts that become owing on or after today and before September 2020.

The Business Credit Availability Program (BCAP) will allow the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) and Export Development Canada (EDC) to provide more than $10 billion of additional support, largely targeted to small and medium-sized businesses.

Additional support for workers including Canada Child Benefit payments, access to EI, mortgage deferral, tax payment deferral, and more.

Learn more about these measures here.
We will continue to monitor the rollout and delivery of these programs, and provide updates as we can.

Federal Wage Subsidy: It is now in place, and businesses can access this subsidy by reducing the amount of federal income tax remitted to the CRA. Details on how it works are here: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/campaigns/covid-19-update/frequently-asked-questions-wage-subsidy-small-businesses.html#h5

Business Credit Availability Program (BCAP); March 16, 2020 – Through the Business Development Bank of Canada, the new BCAP new fund will provide more than $10 Billion in financing for small businesses. Businesses can apply online here: https://www.bdc.ca/en/financing/pages/default.aspx

There are two credit streams available to small businesses through BDC:

Work-Sharing: March 17, 2020 – Work-Sharing (WS) is an adjustment program designed to help employers and employees avoid layoffs when there is a temporary reduction in the normal level of business activity that is beyond the control of the employer. The measure provides income support to employees eligible for Employment Insurance benefits who work a temporarily reduced work week while their employer recovers. The Government of Canada introduced temporary special measures that extend the maximum duration of Work-Sharing agreements from 38 weeks to 76 weeks across Canada for those businesses affected by the downturn in business due to COVID-19. Click here to learn more.

Government of Ontario

Mandatory Closure of All Non-Essential Businesses: March 23, 2020 – The Ontario government will be ordering at-risk workplaces to close-down, while encouraging businesses to explore opportunities to continue operations through work-from-home and innovative business models. At-risk workplaces will be ordered to close by 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, March 24th and where possible, take the necessary measures so staff can work from home allowing operations to continue.

Essential workplaces that may remain open are listed here.

Job Protection for Workers: March 16, 2020 – Premier Ford announced new protection for workers during the pandemic. The  government intends to introduce legislation that, if passed, would immediately provide job-protected leave to employees in isolation or quarantine due to COVID-19, or those who need to be away from work to care for children because of school or day-care closures. Learn more about the legislation here.

City of Toronto

Economic Support & Recovery Task Force: March 17, 2020 – The City of Toronto has developed a task force to support businesses affected by this crisis. Some of the upcoming measures include:

Extend a grace period for tax and other City of Toronto payments for businesses (payment and payment penalties) first for 30 days as of March 16.

Establish a “substantial contingency fund” to support businesses and affected groups

Expand the city’s small business advisory services to help businesses as they plan to recover from impacts

Other Resources and Updates for Business

Digital Main Street: FREE one-on-one support to help get your business online 

Canadian Chamber of Commerce: Pandemic Preparedness for Business

Ontario Chamber of Commerce: COVID -19 Preparedness for Business

Canadian Federation of Independent Businesses: Small Business Help Centre

Retail Council of Canada: Resources for Retailers

Big Six Banks: Offering support to affected businesses and individuals

Employment Insurance (EI): New support measures

Facebook: Grants to support small businesses

Shopify: Now offering digital gift cards on all its subscription plans: https://www.shopify.com/blog/gift-cards-all-plans

Shopify: List of resources for small businesses

Public Works and Government Services Canada: Calling all Suppliers

Surveys

Various business organizations and associations have developed surveys to help measure the impact of COVID-19. Please take a moment to complete surveys that are relevant to you to help these groups advocate on your behalf.

City of Toronto Economic Support & Recovery Taskforce: Local Business Priorities: Responding to COVID-19

Ontario BIA Association (OBIAA):  Impact to BIA Communities Survey

Tourism Industry Association of Ontario (TIAO):  Survey of Impact on Ontario Tourism Operations

Printable Information Cards & Posters

Protect Yourself poster

How to Protect Yourself  Information Card (Also available in: Simplified Chinese  | Traditional Chinese

Wash Your Hands poster

Cover Your Cough poster

Self-Isolate  poster

Social Distancing poster

Health Resources

Toronto Public Health
https://www.toronto.ca/community-people/health-wellness-care/diseases-medications-vaccines/coronavirus/

Ontario Health and Wellness
https://www.ontario.ca/page/2019-novel-coronavirus

Health Canada
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus-infection.html

World Health Organization
https://www.epi-win.com/advice-and-information/business-and-employees

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is impacting our everyday lives, and small and local businesses are facing the effects of reduced foot traffic and a decline in revenue. Here is a list of 5 things you can do right away to support your local businesses.

1. Buy a gift card

In the short term, gift cards are a quick and effective way to show support for the local businesses you care about, and to help provide short-term revenue.

Even if you’ve already purchased something for yourself, you may have someone else you could treat. You can purchase a gift card for someone you know who will use the product or service, or prepare for upcoming special occasions like birthdays or Mother’s Day or Father’s Day.

Remember to add a local gift card to your next shopping list, since shopping sooner will instantly help a businesses in need of support. For a list of local businesses offering gift card purchases at Yonge + St. Clair, visit our shop + dine local blog post.

2. Get delivery

Restaurants are switching over to take-out and delivery options. Consider shortening your at-home meal prep routines by ordering and paying for some of your favourite meals from home. You can check Uber Eats, Foodora, Skip the Dishes, Door Dash, Ritual, and other digital services for a full list of all local delivery or pickup options. For a local guide of restaurants who are open for delivery, see our shop + dine local blog post.

3. Schedule a service for later

Many professional services in the area including medical, athletic, therapeutic, and aesthetic services are temporarily paused til further notice. Contact your local providers to book a future appointment, and help local businesses endure this difficult time.

Services in the area you can contact directly are listed in our public business directory, including Health + Wellness, Offices + Services, and Arts + Retail (including salons, beauty and specialty stores).

4. Tip well

Remember that an extra tip with your next purchase or order could go a long way.

5. Leave a great, local review

Help others in the community stay informed about local businesses worth discovering, and improve local search results by leaving a great review for places you enjoy. Whether it’s via a Google review, Yelp review, TripAdvisor or more, these are great ways to continue showing your support locally.

6. Spread the word

Let others know that they can play a role in the success of the community. Share this article and the image below on your Instagram, Facebook or Twitter, and let others know that local businesses will be counting on your support during tough times! We’re stronger together.

As social distancing policies become a reality to help public health efforts, local businesses will see a significant drop in foot traffic and a decline in revenue. Small businesses and independent store owners will feel these impacts most heavily. Let’s come together to support local businesses.

Below are local businesses you can support directly through online purchases, gift card purchases or food delivery orders from Monday March 16, 2020 and onward.

Please contact each storefront directly for more information about their offerings, as well as any modified operating hours. Together we can show our love and support for Yonge + St. Clair and help our whole community make it through this.

GIFT CARDS

The following local merchants offer gift cards that can be ordered electronically or over the phone, and delivered to you digitally or in the mail. Contact the business directly for more information.

+ Ambiyan on Yonge – call 416.792.5656, or email info@ambiyan.com

+ Arthur’s Restaurant – purchase online here

+ David Scott Beauty – purchase online here

+ Dollarama – purchase online here

+ Eden Flower Shop – call 416.925.8188 or email molingso@live.ca

+ Esthetics by Sally – call 416.648.2778 or email sallyesthetics@gmail.com

+ Freshii – purchase online here

+ Ginger Flower Studio – call 416.925.1135 or email gingerflowerstudio@gmail.com

+ Glamour Secrets Beauty Bar – gift cards and product delivery available – visit online or call(416) 923-4526

+ Harvey’s – purchase online here

+ The Health Shoppe – call 416.968.1225 or email thehealthshoppetoronto@gmail.com

+ The Hive Esports – call 647.348.6344 or email raidersesportscentre@gmail.com

+ Holy Chuck Burgers – call 416.962.4825 or email info@holychuckburgers.com

+ Home Hardware – purchase online here

+ I.D. Eyewear – call 416.926.9200, will offer 10% bonus on all gift card purchases

+ Kaltenbock Opticians – email info@kaltenbockopticians.ca

+ Legs Beautiful – call 416.413.1515

+ Mary Be Kitchen – call 416.792.7596 or email hello@marybekitchen.com

+ New Balance – purchase online here

+ 9 Bars – email 9barscoffee@gmail.com

+ Olsson Optical – email info@olssonoptical.ca

+ Oxygen Yoga & Fitness – email yonge_stclair@oxygenyogafitness.com

+ Robert Dunne Salon – email info@robertdunnesalon.com or call(416) 962-7430

+ Roots – purchase online here

+ Salon LYOL – purchase online here

+ Salon Scavo – call 416.964.1229 or email administrator@salonscavo.com

+ Spring Wellness – purchase online here

+ Starbucks – purchase online here

+ Subway – purchase online here

+ Swiss Chalet – purchase online here

+ Tim Hortons – purchase online here

+ Zelden’s Deli and Desserts – purchase online here

FOOD DELIVERY OR TAKE-OUT 

The following local establishments offer delivery or take-out. Please also continue to check Uber Eats, Foodora, Skip the Dishes, Door Dash, Ritual, and other digital services for a full list of all local delivery or pickup options.

+ 9 Bars Cafe | Cozy local cafe with sandwiches and dessert | Take-out only

+ Ambiyan on Yonge | Click here for flyer| Modern, casual Indian cuisine with no cliches | Delivery or take-out

+ Capocaccia Trattoria | Local neighbourhood trattoria with rustic Italian cuisine | Delivery only

+ Greenhouse Juice | Organic, plant-based beverages | Delivery or take-out

+ Holy Chuck Burgers | A local staple for burgers and milkshakes | Delivery or take-out

+ Kiva’s Bagel Bakery and Restaurant | Your local bagel stop | Delivery or take-out

+ Kwan Dim Sum | Modern dim sum fare | Delivery

+ Loblaws – order groceries online | Local grocery chain | Delivery

+ Mary Be Kitchen | Healthy, fresh, scratch-made food and bakery | Delivery and take-out

+ Midtown Gastro Hub | Pub fare and more casual classics | Delivery and take-out

+ McDonald’s | It’s McDonalds | Delivery 

+ Popeye’s Louisiana Chicken | Delivery

+ Shawarma Q | Great middle eastern food at great prices | Delivery

+ Sunny Morning Breakfast & Lunch | Traditional breakfast and lunch spot | Delivery and take-out

+ Swiss Chalet

+ Tim Horton’s

+ Zelden’s Deli and Desserts | Deli staples and classic desserts | Delivery and take-out

DONATIONS

The following local businesses are currently accepting donations.

+ Zelden’s Deli and Desserts | GoFundMe (independently organized)

BUSINESS OWNERS

If you don’t see your business here and would like to, please email info@yongestclair.ca

If you don’t currently offer gift cards, e-commerce options, or delivery services, and would like assistance in doing so, please email info@yongestclair.ca and we can provide resources to support you going digital.