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• Urgent call for CEBA loan extension

• Reese Witherspoon’s book club is coming to Toronto

• Canada has a new glow-in-the-dark coin

• Shopify is hiring an Apprentice Product Manager

• Notable Spotlight: Twilight Symphony at the Castle

• Notable Plug 🔌

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🍽️ Urgent Call for CEBA Loan Extension: A Lifeline for Canada's Foodservice Industry

In a critical move to save thousands of Canadian restaurants from the brink of closure, Restaurants Canada is urgently requesting a last-minute extension to the Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA) loan repayment deadline. With the current deadline looming on January 18th, 2024, the association highlights the dire situation faced by 1 in 5 restaurants with a CEBA loan, now teetering on the edge of shutting down one or more locations.

The Pandemic's Heavy Toll on Foodservice

• The food service sector, enduring North America's longest lockdown, faces a daunting debt pile-up.

• A unique blend of challenges, including record inflation, soaring food costs, and labour shortages, has hampered recovery.

• A staggering 53% of restaurants are either operating at a loss or barely breaking even, a sharp contrast to the 10% pre-pandemic figure.

Restaurants Canada's Plea for Support

• Kelly Higginson, President and CEO of Restaurants Canada, emphasizes the integral role of restaurants in community life and social bonding.

• The association warns of losing cherished local eateries and social hubs if the government maintains the current repayment deadline.

• An extension is seen not as a handout but as a necessary support for an industry pivotal to the nation's economy.

About Restaurants Canada

• A not-for-profit association is championing Canada's diverse and vibrant food service industry.

• Represents a $110 billion sector, employing 1.2 million people and serving 22 million customers daily.

Next Steps for Struggling Restaurateurs

• Restaurants Canada encourages its members to visit restaurantscanada.ca for guidance and information on available resources during this challenging time.

In summary, Restaurants Canada's call for an extension to the CEBA loan repayment deadline is a crucial step in safeguarding the future of a sector that not only feeds the nation but also forms the backbone of its social and cultural fabric. 🍴🇨🇦

Read the full article here.

📚🍿 Pop-Up Alert: Reese Witherspoon's Book Club Hits Toronto! 🎉

Get ready, Toronto bookworms! Reese Witherspoon's Book Club is popping up at the iconic Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel for a unique literary experience. 🏨📖

What's Happening?

• Dates: Jan. 12 to Feb. 12, 2023

• Location: Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel

• Events: "Popcorn & Pages" launch event, "Beyond the Page" speaker series with Marissa Stapley, guided Book of the Month discussions, and more!

Why It's Unmissable:

• Exclusive Canadian Stop: This is the only Canadian stop for Reese’s Book Club – a golden chance for Canadian fans!

• Rich Selection: Dive into Reese’s Book Club favourites and local picks. Read in the Lobby Library or grab a copy to go.

• Engaging Activities: From "Cup of Calm" to "Bingo & Bubbles" and "Chapters & Charcuterie," there's something for every book lover.

Don't Miss Out: Check out the full calendar of events here and join the literary fun! 🥂📚

🌟 Pro Tip: Arrive early for the best picks and join the conversation with fellow book enthusiasts!

Read the full article here.

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Twilight Symphony at the Castle

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Experience live music in a new light with a series of intimate candlelit concerts in one of Toronto’s most magical locations, Casa Loma. Twilight Symphony at the Castle features the Casa Loma Symphony Orchestra under the artistic direction and baton of Maestro Paolo Busato. Guests will travel the 800ft tunnel below Austin Terrace to the Carriage Room for a one-of-a-kind performance bathed in candlelight.

Below are the dates and themes:

Fridays between January 19th – February 9th : Symphony Rock
Saturdays between January 20th – February 17th: Broadway to Opera
Sundays between January 21st – February 11th & February 16th: A Night at the Movies

Doors open at 7:00 pm, performance starts at 7:30 pm.

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