Security personnel on the Commissionaires Canada payroll in Ontario can expect an hourly wage increase of $2 effective April 6, reflecting their current status as essential provincial workers and the front line pressures they are facing.

ASHRAE has forged an epidemic task force to volunteer expert guidance on the setup of temporary field hospitals in non-traditional health care venues, such as convention centres and arenas.

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the International Facility Management Association (IFMA) and Leesman are joining forces to build a global pan-industry response group

The association’s membership is on standby to offer any latch-opening services humans may require during this time of social distancing.

CCA has released its first version of the COVID-19 Standardized Protocols for All Canadian Construction Sites to help the industry keep workers safe.

The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) has formed a task force on reducing the enormous health burden from COVID-19 and other respiratory infections.

Morguard Corporation issued a statement acknowledging the effects of COVID-19 on the global market, while also detailing emergency health and safety measures.

New provincial regulations will ensure the demand for crucial supplies is visible and trackable.

Late penalties for Toronto property tax, water and solid waste utility bills have been suspended until mid-May, while ratepayers get an additional 60 days to make tax payments. Mississauga has added 90 days to its tax payment deadlines.

The City of Toronto is asking landlords and condo boards to follow specific health and safety guidelines in residential buildings.

With April 1st fast-approaching and financial constraints tightening for many Canadians due to COVID-19, FRPO issued a statement offering advice to renters facing hardship.

Some of Canada’s most prominent commercial real estate players are tackling the challenge of COVID-19, asset class by asset class.

Small tenants in 12 of North American Development Group’s community shopping centres may be eligible to defer rent obligations for up to two months.

Alberta and Ontario are offering ratepayers temporary relief from the education portion of property tax bills.

Killam Apartment REIT issued a special statement outlining its Pandemic Illness Plan and the action steps it has implemented in response to COVID-19.

The Ontario government has announced $3.3 billion in new funding toward the health care sector, including critically needed funds for Ontario long-term care providers.

With Quebec currently Canada’s hardest hit province accounting for more than 1,300 cases of COVID-19 as of March 25th, some regions have been notably affected.