Canada, Partners Launch Global Response

www.WeeklyVoice.com Front page Friday, May 8, 2020 | A-1Canada’s Leading South Asian Newspaper - Tel: 905-795-0639 Friday, MayJune 8, 2, 2020 2017 www.WeeklyVoice.com VolVol 26, 23, No. No. 19 22 PM: 40025701More Support For Ontario’s Trucking Sector, page 4 Instinct For Survival Will Bring New Ideas, page 9 MP Sonia Sidhu Joins YMCA Food Drive, page 11 Canada, Partners Launch Global Response Pledging Event To Raise $8B For Research In Testing & Treating COVID-19 ; Ottawa Gives $850M Canada and international part- cines that will save lives, protect world, the global health system ners launch the Coronavirus the health and safety of people relies on the strength of all re- Global Response everywhere, and lay the ground- gions to ensure a sustainable OTTAWA: Prime Minister work for a sustainable worldwide global recovery. Justin Trudeau, has joined oth- economic recovery,” a govern- That is why the government er global leaders to launch the ment statement said. is providing funding to support Coronavirus Global Response. The Prime Minister highlight- some of the world’s most vul- This online pledging event aims ed that, to date, the Government nerable populations, and work- to initially raise more than $8 bil- of Canada has announced in- ing with international partners lion (USD) to help researchers vestments of over $850 million as they coordinate and prioritize and innovators develop solutions (CAD) that support this fundrais- response efforts in vulnerable to test, treat, and protect people, ing target. This includes funding countries. We are aiming to max- and to prevent the further spread to: imize global benefits from these of COVID-19. • mobilize Canadian research- investments, and we are commit- “COVID-19 is a global pan- ers’ and life sciences companies’ ted to helping to ensure that once demic, spread by a virus that coronavirus research and devel- a vaccine is developed, it will be knows no borders. No country opment of medical countermea- produced at a scale and cost ac- Picture: Chokniti Khongchum from Pixabay will be able to fully recover until sures; cessible to all countries. we beat it all around the world. • support accelerated vaccine ment for COVID-19 through • help provide COVID-19 di- The Government of Canada is We must work together, and development, including through the World Health Organization agnostic support to more than 20 committed to a robust global ef- Canada is contributing to this the Coalition for Epidemic Pre- (WHO) Solidarity Trial; partner countries; and fort to stop COVID-19 and ad- fight. Canadian and international paredness Innovations and other coordinate a COVID-19 viral • create strategies to tackle mis- dress its devastating health, so- researchers are racing to develop partners; and host genome sequencing ef- information, stigma, and fear. cial, and economic impacts on diagnostics, treatments, and vac- • find a safe and effective treat- fort across Canada; In today’s interconnected Continued on page 2 Restrictions Eased On Retail India Bars All Travel By Oci Stores, Some Other Sectors Card Holders New Delhi: India has kept in abeyance multiple-entry, life- long visas given to Overseas Citi- zens of India (OCI) card holders till international travel remains suspended, the Ministry of Home Affairs has announced. The order, however, said that card holders who are already in Broker India can stay in the country for BROKER any length of time. The ministry said that it has is- REMAX REAL ESTATE CENTRE INC., BROKERAGE sued an order “specifying that the right of multiple entry life-long visa facility will continue to be kept in abeyance till the prohibi- tion on international air travel of passengers from/to India is lifted by the Government of India”. “Any foreign national holding Pic: StockSnap from Pixabay. (See related report on page 6) an OCI card who intends to travel Mor e mor tgages appr oved... More mortgages approved... to India for compelling reasons Mor e customized mor tgage solutions... More customized mortgage solutions... TORONTO: The Ontario gov- lines needed to help businesses will be permitted to open for in- during this period would have to ernment is allowing all retail adapt to the new environment, store payment and purchases as contact the nearest Indian Mis- MORMORTGAGES TGAGES stores with a street entrance to we’ve been laying the ground- soon as 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, sion,” it said. Further, in case of ONON THE THE GO!! GO!! provide curbside pickup and de- work for the safe, measured, and May 9. On Monday, May 11 at persons holding OCI card who Mor e mor tgages appr oved... livery, as well as in-store payment gradual reopening of our prov- 12:01 a.m., retail stores with a are already in India, the OCI card Mor e mor tgages appr oved... Mor e customized mor tgage solutions... Mor e customized mor tgage solutions... and purchases at garden centres, ince,” said Premier Ford. “As street entrance can begin offer- shall remain valid for their stay in * Money CreDiteD * Debt ConsoliDation nurseries, hardware stores and the trends improve, we can move ing curbside pickup and delivery, MOR TGAGES MORIndia for TGAGES any length of time. *MOR baD TGAGESCreDit? no ProbleM * 1st, 2nD, 3rD Mortgages safety supply stores. 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Mortgage Alliance Company of Canada LIC#10530 Premier Doug Ford said: “We 8 onwards) for in-store payment In addition to easing restric- -- shall remain suspended till pro- * Money Credited * Debt Consolidation * Bad Credit? No Problem * 1St, 2Nd, 3Rd Mortgages haven’t been sitting on our hands. and purchases, operating under tions on retail, the government hibition on international air travel * No Fees, Low Rates * Residential & Commercial * Free Appraisals Mortgages Whether it’s releasing our frame- the same guidelines as grocery is also expanding essential con- of passengers from and to India is * Home Renovation Loans work for reopening or putting in stores and pharmacies. Hardware struction to allow below-grade FAST APPROVALS lifted by the government, the or- www.mortago.ca | 647.302.0723 place the workplace safety guide- stores and safety supply stores Continue on page 2 der said. Terms and conditions apply* Mortgage Inc. Lic # 1 3158 Ontario Exceeds Target For Daily Lab Testing TORONTO: Ontario has sig- our long-term care residents and nificantly increased testing and staff. This important milestone contact tracing capacity, allowing provides a strong foundation for health experts to identify cases of gradually reopening our econo- COVID-19 and support efforts to my and getting people back to stop the spread in the community, work, while protecting the health long-term care homes, and other and safety of all Ontarians.” congregate settings. Testing is being carried out in In partnership with Ontario hospitals, long-term care homes, Health, Public Health Ontario, group homes, shelters, emer- local public health units, and hos- gency child care centres, and pital and community laboratories, other congregate settings. Once the Ontario government has de- test samples are collected and veloped an integrated laboratory received from frontline staff, pa- system which has established the tients, residents and children, labs province as a national leader in are providing test results general- daily testing volumes per capita. robust testing regime, which is “We’re now exceeding our target ly within 24 to 48 hours. On May “We’ve been working around critical in our fight against this of 16,000 tests a day, with many 2, 2020, the province released up the clock to establish a vast and deadly virus,” said Premier Ford. of those tests aimed at protecting Continued on page 4 A-2 | Friday, May 8, 2020 FNront/ ational www.WeeklyVoice.com THE WEEKLY VOICE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF ‘Canada Ready To Lead Global Response’ Bala Menon Continued from page 1 CONTRIBUTING WRITERS people across the world. We will Amb. Praveen Verma (Retd.) work together with our partners Dr. Nivedita Das Kundu to end this pandemic and to build Harj Chaggar a safe and prosperous future for Amitabh Saxena everyone. Graphic Design Trudeau said: “None of us is Tamarind Tree immune to the effects of CO- VID-19, and none of us can beat Account MANAGERS the virus alone. Only by protect- Manu Ramachandran ing each other can we protect G Prasaad ourselves. Canada is ready to Rohit Malhotra help lead a coordinated global Maha response which will contribute to overcoming the pandemic. To- ONLINE MARKETING gether, we will win.” MANAGER Amitabh Saxena Karina Gould, Minister of In- ternational Development, said: LEGAL ADVISOR “COVID-19 is a threat that does Dr. Keshav Agnihotri not recognize borders and will only be overcome through coor- Trudeau at his Thursday press conference in Ottawa. ACCOUNTS dinated global action. We need Asha J Singhh to continue working together as future G20 presidency. • work with the World Health territories to make sure everyone partners to make a future treat- The initiative seeks to: Organization to coordinate and has what they need to get through photographer ment or vaccine available, acces- • kick-start an unprecedented prioritize efforts to vulnerable these tough times.There will be Manohar Sagoo sible and affordable to all. If ever global cooperation between sci- countries. new supports for essential work- there was a time to realize we’re entists and regulators, industry •The funds collected will be ers across the country. Gross Circulation: 30,000 all in this together, it is now.” and governments, international channelled into three principal Trudeau also wished Buddhists CCNA Verified Circulation: organizations, foundations, and strands: diagnostics, treatments, across the country and around the 29,997 The Coronavirus Global Re- health care professionals; and vaccines. Funds may also world a happy and peaceful Ve- Aug 14, 2015 sponse initiative is an interna- (Printed at Metroland) tional online pledging event co- • raise more than $8 billion be used to strengthen health sys- sak! “As you come together to hosted by Canada, the European (USD) by the end of the pledging tems. celebrate virtually this year, let Union, France, Germany, Spain, period to support the develop- Meanwhile, on Thursday, at his us remember Buddha’s teachings Norway, the United Kingdom, Ja- ment of rapid coronavirus diag- Rideau Cottage press conference, of compassion and serving others pan, Saudi Arabia as the current nostics, treatments, and vaccines; PM Trudeau announced: “We’re - which are more important than All advertising in The Weekly G20 presidency, and Italy as the and working with the provinces and ever...” Voice is subject to the publisher’s approval and the advertiser agrees to indemify the publishers against claims arising from publication of Businesses Must Follow Public Health Measures any advertisement submitted by Continued from page 1 spread of COVID-19. leased over 60 sector-specific courage all business owners to the advertiser. ulti-unit residential construction “It’s due to the progress we health and safety guidelines, in- learn the new health and safety projects like apartments and con- have made collectively to slow cluding guidelines for curbside guidelines, so when it comes time COPYRIGHT NOTICE dominiums to begin and existing the spread of COVID-19 that we pickup and delivery services. to reopen you will be prepared to All copyright and other intellectual property rights in the conetnts here of above-grade projects to continue. are able to see a gradual easing Business owners should review hit the ground running and pro- are the property of The Weekly Voice This will help clear the way for of restrictions, allowing certain the guidelines and consult with vide the services we all count on and not that of the customer. 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Protecting the safety of economy. businesses, services and public Phone: (905) 795-0639 guidelines, such as promoting staff, customers and the general “Small businesses across On- spaces, and the criteria Ontario’s Fax: (905) 795-9801 physical distancing and frequent public is our priority.” tario have done their part to help Chief Medical Officer of Health www.weeklyvoice.com handwashing, sanitizing surfaces, The Ministry of Labour, Train- slow the spread of COVID-19,” and health experts are using to ad- Email: [email protected] installing physical barriers, stag- ing and Skills Development, in said Prabmeet Sarkaria, Associ- vise the government on the loos- Agreement20-0520 Guardian # 40025701 ad, Senior Taskforce_half sizegering - English shifts, - 5 x 10.pdf and 1 03/04/2020 using contact10:48:34 - partnership with Ontario’s health ate Minister of Small Business ening of public health measures, less payment options to stop the and safety associations, has re- and Red Tape Reduction. “I en- including emergency orders.CITY OF BRAMPTON It’s Mental Health Week RESPONDS TO COVID-19What the City of Brampton is doing to support our community• The City of Brampton has waived the interest and late fees on tax payments for the five-month period of March 18 to August 19, 2020. This means that the City of Brampton allows residents the ability to choose to make the outstanding interim tax payments by It is Mental Health Week in Canada right now, and it’s okay to feel anxious. So from May 6-12, 2019. Let’s end the stigma this #MentalHealthWeek, let’s reach out to August 19, 2020 without incurring penalty and around mental illness. It’s normal to feel our friends and check in on our neighbours. interest. Cancellation of post-dated cheques or written sad, stressed, confused, scared or worried And let’s #GetReal about about how we’re withdrawal request for the pre-authorized payment during #COVID19. Taking care of your doing - and make sure everyone knows it’s mental health is important. PM Trudeau okay to ask for help. Pic: Health Canada & program must be made by April 15. Visit brampton.ca said on Twitter:” There’s a lot going on Public Health Agency of Canada/Twitter. for instructions or call 311.CM • We’re providing special help to seniors (groceries and GTA Mosques Allowed To Y medicine pick-up), the vulnerable population (access CM to food banks), businesses (advice and support), and MY Broadcast Call To Prayer youth (information and activities). CY Greater Toronto Area: Sev- Mississauga Imam Nafis Bhayat, head CMY eral Toronto-area municipalities, in- imam at Jame Masjid, said the call usu- cluding Mississauga, Bramtpon and ally acts as an alert for the congregation to K Toronto have granted local mosques per- stop other activities and come to pray. “It What YOU can do to protect the Brampton mission to broadcast the azan or call to will help them stay connected, because a prayer over speakers at sunset every day lot of the times when we are at home, we community during Ramadan, the Muslim holy month. get involved in some stuff and we forget “Our noise by-law originally passed the prayer timing,” he said. • Stay home, avoid gatherings of more than five people, in 1984 and only included an exemp- The Muslim Council of Peel (MCP) and stay at least 2 metres away from people. tion for Church bells,” Brampton mayor said that physical distancing had made Patrick Brown said: “It will now include Ramadan “very difficult” for those seek- all faiths within the permitted hours and ing a sense of community during the • Wash your hands often with soap and water or use decibel levels. The Muslim community month. “The decision gives the communi- hand sanitizer. can proceed with the sunset azan because ty great solace during Ramadan, when we it’s 2020 [and] we treat all faiths equally.” would be assembling at the mosque every Mississauga council unanimously evening breaking fast in Ramadan — our • Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue, sleeve or passed a motion Wednesday, April 29 to holiest of months,” said MCP director Ra- elbow. No hands. temporarily relax city noise bylaws up to bia Khedr. the end of Ramadan on May 24. Missis- The move has sparked backlash on so- sauga mosques and “other non-residential cial media as well with many petitions buildings regularly used for worship” can asking for the move to be rescinded be- send out only one call to prayer in the eve- cause it reportedly goes against the con- Visit brampton.ca/covid19 or call ning, according to the motion moved by stitutional rights of Canadian citizens liv- Ward 9 Coun. Pat Saito. ing in a secular country. Visit peelregion.ca/coronavirus The motion also said that calls can’t be One group is already planning to sue longer than five minutes. A spokesperson the Mississauga council. In Bolton, a for Mississauga Mayor Crombie said it is school council official was removed after within council’s power to “temporarily he sent out a tweet which the Peel District suspend” enforcement of a bylaw. School board allege was ‘Islamophobic.’ www.WeeklyVoice.com National Friday, May 8, 2020 | A-3 Assault-Style Firearms Banned In Canada Transition Period Of Two Years Announced; 1,500 Models/Variants Listed; Buy-Back Program Soon OTTAWA: Prime Minister Jus- or their families. These excep- physical distancing requirements tin Trudeau has announced the tions will allow for the continued are in effect during the COV- ban of over 1,500 models and use of newly prohibited firearms ID-19 pandemic. variants of assault-style firearms. in limited circumstances until • Firearms owners must keep These models represent nine cat- a suitable replacement can be their firearms securely stored in egories of firearms and two types found. By the end of the amnesty accordance with the storage re- identified by characteristic. Some period, all firearms owners must quirements until more informa- of their components are also pro- comply with the ban. tion on the buy-back program is hibited. The Government of Canada in- available. The newly prohibited firearms tends to implement a buy-back • A Criminal Code amnesty is and components cannot be legal- program as soon as possible to in place until April 30, 2022, to ly used, sold, or imported. Own- safely remove these firearms and protect lawful owners from crim- ers must also continue to safely to introduce legislation as early inal liability and to enable them store them, and may only transfer as possible, working with Parlia- to comply with the law. Under and transport them under limited ment and through public consul- the amnesty, the newly prohibited circumstances. These measures tation. firearms can only be transferred will remove dangerous firearms • In Canada, there are currently or transported within Canada for designed for military use from over 100,000 restricted firearms specific purposes. Image: Zack Culver from Pixabay our communities, and help ensure among the models that are now • Unless you are an Indigenous that Canadian families and com- culturel islamique de Québec, ers of newly prohibited firearms prohibited. This number does not person exercising treaty rights to munities no longer suffer from and the massacre that took place from criminal liability while they include other newly-prohibited hunt or a sustenance hunter, you gun violence. in 1989 at École Polytechnique take steps to comply with these models that were not subject to can only transfer or transport in “Violent crimes involving de Montréal should never have new rules. This two-year amnesty registration requirements. accordance with the amnesty to: firearms continue to have devas- happened. That is why the Gov- order under the Criminal Code is • An individual should not ◦ have them deactivated by an tating impacts on communities ernment of Canada is introducing in effect until April 30, 2022. deliver a firearm to a police sta- approved business across the country, and on Cana- measures to combat gun violence, There are exceptions under the tion without first making arrange- ◦ return them to a lawful own- dians who have lost loved ones and help keep us safe,” a govern- amnesty for Indigenous peoples ments with a police officer for a er’s residence to these crimes. Events like the ment statement said. exercising Aboriginal or treaty safe and scheduled delivery or ◦ export them lawfully recent tragedy in Nova Scotia, There will be a transition pe- rights to hunt, and for those who pick up. Individuals should not ◦ surrender them to police the attack in 2017 at the Centre riod of two years to protect own- hunt or trap to sustain themselves surrender their firearm while without compensation COVID-19 App & Symptom TrackerHIGH RATIO ONLY*The Government of Canada’s #CO- If you do not want to download the app, 5 Yrs Fixed VID19 app offers the most up-to-date you can access the web version. Please information and resources at your fin- note that this is best viewed on a mobile @2.29%* gertips.The app will support you to device.This online tool will determine track your symptoms, receive the latest whether you may need further assess- 5 Yrs Variable updates, and access trusted resources. ment or testing for COVID-19. @2.15%* Dates For Toronto Property Rajesh Khurana, MBA Tax, Utility Bills Revised Principal Broker TORONTO: The 60-day grace period cessed on the new due dates. Any cheques for property tax, utility bill payments and received after April 1, 2020 will be cashed Cell: 416-616-1300 late penalties extended by the City during according to the date on the cheque. the COVID-19 response ends on May 15. Those who pay their taxes via their There are important changes to instalment mortgage payment should contact their amounts and due dates for customers on mortgage company or financial institution all payment schedules. All customers will to understand how this grace period will receive a mailed notification of their re- affect their mortgage amount and/or mort- Tel: 289-521-6900 vised interim bill due dates. Final tax bills gage payment schedule. will be mailed in mid-May as usual. Customers who paid their property tax 1305 Matheson Blvd. E, Mississauga ON L4W 1R1 Property taxes for the remainder of and utility bills during this time will see 2020 will be due on the following dates: any payments made reflected on their ac- • [email protected] • www.mortgagediligent.com• Two-instalment plan: August 4 count. Property owners can access their *Rates are subject to change without notice. • FSCO # 10252, OAC, E&O.E. Some conditions apply.* • Six-instalment plan: June 1, July 2, property tax account details by using the August 4, September 1 and October 1 online Property Tax Lookup tool available • Eleven-instalment plan: June 15, July at https://www.toronto.ca/services-pay- 15, August 17, September 15, October 15, ments/property-taxes-utilities/property- November 16 and December 15. tax/. Customers on the 11-instalment plan For utility bill customers, due dates ap- will have their original May and June in- pearing on utility bills have been automat- terim instalment amounts combined with ically adjusted to reflect the 60-day grace the final billing and spread evenly over period. July through December payments. Early in the response to the COVID-19 Customers who are already enrolled in pandemic, Mayor John Tory’s Economic the City’s pre-authorized payment plan Support and Recovery Task Force an- don’t have to re-enroll – payments will nounced tax relief measures, including a start again automatically on the new due 60-day grace period for property tax and date. Customers who have sent the City utility bills. From March 16 to May 15, post-dated cheques do not need to re-send payment due dates were extended, and cheques for the revised due dates, as any late payment penalties suspended for all cheques previously submitted will be pro- property tax and utility billings. Brampton Residents Can Defer Taxes Until Aug. 19 BRAMPTON: The City of Brampton of their mortgage, they must contact their continues to allow residents and business- mortgage provider and determine wheth- es to defer taxes for the five-month period er they can cancel the tax payment. The of March 18 to August 19 with no interest mortgage provider must advise the City and late payment fee. This is for the In- to remove the resident/business from their terim Tax Bill that was mailed in January. listing. The deferral program was introduced Tax deferral does not mean tax cancel- on March 21 in response to COVID-19. lation. All deferred amounts must be re- Anyone that hasn’t already contacted ceived by the City before August 19, to the City for cancelling the pre-authorized avoid penalties and interest from accruing tax payment and wishes to do so for the on any overdue balance at that time. Tax- May and June instalments must fill out the payers have the option of making smaller online form on the City website to submit payments or a lump sum amount to clear their request. In order to resume the pre- any overdue taxes before the August 19 authorized tax payment at a later date, the deadline. payment holder will need to re-apply to In early July, the City will issue a Final the City. Tax Bill with payment due dates of Sep- For those whose taxes are paid as part tember 23, October 21 and November 18. A-4 | Friday, May 8, 2020 national www.WeeklyVoice.com Feds Allott Funds For COVID-Related Services $240 M For Online Mental Health Platform; $175 M To Canadian Firm For Anti-Body Research Ottawa: Canadian Prime Min- with specific help for those from and our hospitals can stay fo- workers and mental health pro- Council for management. ister Justin Trudeau announced marginalised communities, Xin- cused on those who need it most,” fessionals during the COVID-19 The council will be tasked with an allotment of 240 million Cana- hua news agency reported. Trudeau said. “If we can use apps pandemic. finding innovative solutions and dian dollars on Sunday for mov- The money will include fund- to order dinner and videochats to Trudeau also announced on keeping Canada supplied with ing mental health and primary ing for marginalised communi- stay in touch with family, we can Sunday an additional 175 mil- medical equipment like ventila- care services online during the ties and virtual primary care for use new technology to keep each lion Canadian dollars (about US tors and masks. COVID-19 crisis. patients who may not need to see other healthy.” $122 million) to support Ca- “Until we have effective treat- During his press conference on a doctor in person. Last month, Canadian Health nadian company AbCellera for ments, or better yet a vaccine, Sunday, Trudeau said a new men- “By helping doctors run ap- Minister Patty Hajdu unveiled what he called “very promising we’ll still need a reliable supply tal health platform will provide pointments online, you can stay an online portal aimed at linking COVID-19 research,” and intro- of everything from masks to ven- strategies for managing stress safe at home while getting care, Canadians of all ages to support duced a new COVID-19 Supply tilators,” he said. PM Announces Support For Farmers, Agro Sector OTTAWA: Prime Minister, • Launching a first-ever Sur- Justin Trudeau, has announced plus Food Purchase Program important measures within agri- with an initial $50 million fund culture programs and an invest- designed to help redistribute ex- ment of more than $252 million isting and unsold inventories, to support farmers, food busi- which could include products nesses, and food processors who such as potatoes and poultry, to provide essential services to Ca- local food organizations who are nadians every day by ensuring a serving vulnerable Canadians. safe and reliable food supply. He • Working with provinces and also announced that the govern- territories to increase interim ment intends to propose an addi- payments from 50 per cent to 75 tional $200 million in borrowing per cent through AgriStability, a capacity for the sector. federal, provincial and territorial “In uncertain times, it is more program that supports producers critical than ever for Canadians to who face significant revenue de- have access to good, high quality, A farm - The Feds will now provide targeted support. Pic: Seb on Pexels. clines. This change has already and nutritious food,” the govern- been enacted in some provinces. ment said in a statement. (PPE), adapt to health protocols, This includes set-asides for cattle ranchers keep their animals lon- • Explore possibilities for ex- The Government will pro- automate or modernize their fa- and hog management programs ger before marketing. panding the AgriInsurance provide targeted support to farmers, cilities, processes, and opera- to manage livestock backed-up • Announcing the intention gram to include labour shortages ranchers, agricultural producers, tions. on farms, due to the temporary to increase the Canadian Dairy as an eligible risk for the horticul- and food processors by: • Launching national Agri- closure of food processing plants. Commission’s borrowing limit ture sector. • Creating a $77.5 million Recovery initiatives of up to This new federal funding will by $200 million to support costs This work with provincial and Emergency Processing Fund to $125 million in funding to help help beef and pork producers associated with the temporary territorial partners would insure help food producers access more producers faced with additional and processors adapt to a chang- storage of cheese and butter to against lost production due to an personal protective equipment costs incurred by COVID-19. ing market, and help farmers and avoid food waste. insufficient workforce. New Tool To Support Trucking Ontario Accelerates Industry In Province Testing Of Priority Population Groups Continued from page 1 daily check-ins and processes dated guidance to the health sec- that address operational needs, tor to ensure consistency across such as: the province, and to help guide • Levels of supplies, expected decision-making on the testing of supply consumption per day, in- priority population groups. ventory replenishment and other To date, Ontario has conducted supply chain issues over 342,000 tests, with testing • Equipment information results being made available to • Technical capacity and ad- patients through the user-friendly vances online portal. The portal was de- • Test turn-around times and A line-up of trucks. Pic: Renee Gaudet from Pixabay. veloped to help ease pressure on the shifting of test samples to TORONTO - The Ontario gov- images from over 600 cameras time for the hard-working drivers frontline workers, allowing them laboratories that have spare pro- ernment is offering a new free and includes up-to-date highway out on the roads helping to steer to focus their efforts on combat- cessing capacity 511 app which will provide truck information on construction, col- Ontarians out of this crisis.” ing COVID-19. • Ongoing scientific and tech- drivers immediate access to the lisions and road closures. It also • Ontario 511 is a traveller in- “Thanks to the joint efforts of nical review of test performance information they need to stay identifies open rest areas and lo- formation service that helps peo- this diverse group of health ex- • Alternative approaches to safe, fed and rested while deliv- cations throughout the province ple plan their routes and travel perts we have dramatically ex- processing ering essential goods across the that offer food and fuel. The app safely across the province. panded the scale and scope of • Emerging technology province during the COVID-19 includes an easy to use map view • The Ontario 511 pilot app COVID-19 testing provincewide Ontario has also helped ex- outbreak. and features a drive mode that is available for free on the App and have emerged as a national pand the capacity of public health “This app represents yet an- provides hands free audio alerts. Store and Google Play. leader,” said Christine Elliott, units to conduct contact tracing other important step that our gov- “Drivers and carriers now have • Ontario is adding more Deputy Premier and Minister of and case management. Ontario’s ernment is taking to support truck at their fingertips an abundance places for truck drivers to safely Health. The new integrated labo- Action Plan: Responding to CO- drivers in their efforts to keep of information on accessible food stop and rest across the province. ratory system will support the VID-19 provided $100 million in goods moving and deliver es- service providers as well as new- Parking and washrooms are now province’s health care system and additional investments for pub- sential supplies, such as personal ly-developed rest areas for driv- available at 23 ONroute travel laboratory network far beyond lic health units to support CO- protective equipment (PPE),” ers - many of which have been plazas, 45 rest areas, 32 Truck the COVID-19 pandemic. The VID-19 monitoring and testing, said Caroline Mulroney, Minister created at the direction of Min- Inspection Stations, 14 truck lay- provincewide testing network including funding to support en- of Transportation. “The truck- ister Mulroney,” said Stephen bys and five Metrolinx Park n consists of more than 20 organi- hanced contact tracing. ing industry plays a vital role in Laskowski, President, Ontario Rides. zations and is coordinating and In addition, Ontario previ- keeping our supply chain strong Trucking Association. “The cre- • Every year, $1.26 trillion leveraging the diverse expertise ously issued an emergency or- and our store shelves stocked.” ation of the 511 app is much ap- worth of goods are moved by located throughout the province. der to provide public health units The Ontario 511 app provides preciated and comes at a perfect trucks on Ontario’s roads. This is being achieved through the authority and flexibility they need to make staffing decisions that support their ongoing efforts to contain the virus. With the help of volunteers, public health units have been able to expand their capacity to conduct case and contact management ― both of which are critical to stopping the spread of the virus. These include thousands of retired nurses and medical students . • On April 10, 2020, the province committed to expanding its testing capacity by doubling the number of tests processed each day to 8,000 by April 15, 2020 and 14,000 by April 29, 2020. • Within 48 hours of implementation, the province’s COV- VISITORS, ID-19 Action Plan for Protecting Long-Term Care Homes signifi- Davinder Singh cantly increased testing of long- Call For Honest Advice term care staff and residents. • The COVID-19 Action Plan MONTHLY & ANNUAL PLANS - HARD TO BEAT OUR PREMIUMS for Vulnerable People expanded testing of staff and clients at group homes, homeless shelters, SUPER VISA INSURANCE and other congregate settings. www.WeeklyVoice.com national Friday, May 8, 2020 | A-5 Ontario Ready To Respond, Deploy Resources To Tackle Any Spring Flooding Situation TORONTO: The Ontario government There is also a risk of shoreline flooding has been actively working with federal from snow melt in southern Ontario along and municipal governments, First Nations the Great Lakes. The province’s Surface partners, and non-governmental organiza- Water Monitoring Centre in Peterborough tions to prepare and respond to any flood- continues to monitor water levels in other ing situation across the province during areas at risk throughout the province, in- the COVID-19 outbreak. cluding communities in the Ottawa Valley As part of Ontario’s flood preparedness and along the Great Lakes. planning, the province has been working “Thanks to the extraordinary efforts of with the federal government, municipali- our emergency management personnel and ties and First Nations partners to devel- partners, we will be able to safely evacu- op evacuation plans. Recognizing the im- ate Northern communities and provide pact of COVID-19 on municipalities this for their needs until they can safely return year, Ontario is taking the lead on identi- home,” said Solicitor General Jones. “We fying suitable locations to host evacuees continue to monitor flood risks and we are and to minimize the reliance on municipal assessing all necessary actions to maintain resources for various supports, including Premier Doug Ford tours a flood impacted area in Spring 2019. - Pic: ontario.ca the safety and wellbeing of communities. health care and social services. We will be ready to proceed with evacua- As a result, the province has taken steps tions should the need arise.” to ensure that provincial, federal and non- “Our government will continue to work governmental resources, such as the Cana- with First Nations leadership and the fed- dian Red Cross, can be deployed to mini- eral government to ensure the safety of mize the burden on local communities as remote Indigenous community members much as possible. during the flood season,” said Greg Rick- The flooding update was provided to- ford, Minister of Indigenous Affairs. day by Premier Doug Ford, John Yaka- In March, the government released Pro- buski, Minister of Natural Resources and tecting People and Property: Ontario’s Forestry, Sylvia Jones, Solicitor General, Flooding Strategy, which outlines the and Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and steps the province is taking to reduce flood Minister of Health. risks and help Ontarians better prepare for “During these unprecedented times, our flooding events. government is prepared for any scenario, Actions outlined in the strategy include and that includes the spring flooding sea- increasing access to current and timely in- son,” said Premier Ford. formation, using improved future rainfall Ontario has also been engaging with the prediction data and establishing a flood federal government to support First Na- mapping technical team. tions communities staying on their lands • To determine the potential for flood- as long as it is safe to do so, including ing, Ontario monitors flood risks on a con- where First Nations community members tinuous basis. This includes using weather would be temporarily relocated to higher forecasts, recorded snow depths, and and safer grounds within their own com- stream gauge and camera data to analyze munities. Relocating community members water levels and flows. from reserve to traditional hunt camps or • Ontario’s Surface Water Monitoring other remote sites also addresses concerns Centre carries out storm surge modelling around the potential spread of COVID-19 and provides twice daily notifications to to these vulnerable communities. local conservation authorities and the Min- Graphic: ontario.ca “Our staff are closely monitoring ongo- istry of Natural Resources and Forestry’s ing flooding risks across the province and Current provincial projections show in early May. As of April 30, 2020, sur- district offices along the Great Lakes. working with partners and communities a moderate-to-high risk of flooding for veillance flights have begun across the • Great Lakes water levels remain very on any areas of concern,” said Minister northern Ontario and the James and Hud- Far North to monitor these ice breakups, high — particularly Lakes Erie, Huron, St. Yakabuski. “We are ready to respond to son Bay coasts, where staff are closely with operations based out of the Minis- Clair and Superior — and this is expected any requests for sandbags during this very monitoring all major tributaries in antici- try of Natural Resources and Forestry’s to continue for the next few months. Pics: challenging time.” pation of ice breakup, expected to begin Moosonee Field Office. © Queen’s Printer for Ontario, Registrations Open For Youth Science STEM Fair OTTAWA: Canadian students can now all signed to feature online exhibits that register their projects in the inaugural On- will contribute to the overall YSC Online line STEM Fair, organized by Youth Sci- STEM Fair experience.” ence Canada. The registration period ends On May 19, teachers and parents will at 11:59 pm on May 18 – the eve of the be able to register to receive a bilingual start of the online fair. Student Activity Guide that helps students “Every year, roughly 500,000 students explore the fair, identify their own STEM in Canada complete a STEM project,” says interests and enhance their at-home learn- Reni Barlow, executive director of Youth ing experience, as well as a Teacher/Parent Science Canada. “The YSC Online STEM Guide. Fair is a chance for these students from Project registration is open to Canadian across the country to share their sense of students, grades 7 to 12 (secondary 1 to curiosity and passion for STEM. It’s also Cégep in Quebec) with a recent STEM an opportunity for the public to celebrate project. An online project template guides STEM and get a glimpse into the next gen- students through the process, which asks eration of innovators, researchers and en- them to upload a one-minute video and trepreneurs.” post text and images to explain their work. All projects will be made available To register a project, students should to a national audience, on the web- download the Project Entry Guide and site, makeprojects.com/ysc, as of May 19. visit makeprojects.com/ysc. Once projects are live, judges will begin To register for the STEM Expo, please their review process aimed at recognizing visit events.eply.com /YSCOnlineSTEM- outstanding projects. Judges will release Fair their results May 29. About Youth Science Canada Along with student projects, visitors can Established in 1962, Youth Science Can- expect to see exhibits by industry leaders, ada fuels the curiosity of Canadian youth organizations, agencies and institutions in through science, technology, engineering the STEM Expo area. and mathematics (STEM) projects. “We are very excited to be offering a The registered charity works to ensure STEM Expo, where STEM-related compa- that Canadian youth have the capacity and nies, big and small, can register to engage skills to generate and answer questions with students, teachers and the public,” and identify and solve problems. YSC also says Liette Philippe, manager of STEM engages leading public and private sector Expo. organizations in the development of a na- “So far, partners like Cenovus Energy, tional STEM network of Canadian youth. Intact Financial Corporation, NSERC, For more information, please visit youth- Mining Matters and Shad Canada have science.ca. ashtoncollege.ca ashtoncollege.ca ashtoncollege.caPicture: youthscience.ca A-6 | Friday, May 8, 2020 national www.WeeklyVoice.com Province Allows Some Businesses to Reopen Stress Will Be On Safe Operations, Including Strict Adherence To Health And Safety RequirementsTORONTO : The Ontario gov- further reductions in the spread ◦ municipal projects; methodically re-open Ontario’s lines the criteria Ontario’s Chief ernment is allowing certain busi- are needed before we can begin ◦ colleges and universities; economy and continue together Medical Officer of Health and nesses and workplaces to reopen reopening the province, we have ◦ child care centres; on our path to renewed prosper- health experts are using to advise as long as they comply with strict the right framework and the right ◦ schools; and ity.” the government on the loosening public health measures and oper- workplace guidelines in place to ◦ site preparation, excavation, Although certain businesses of emergency measures, as well ate safely during the COVID-19 do so gradually and safely.” and servicing for institutional, are being permitted to reopen, it as guiding principles for the safe, outbreak. Those permitted to start The government, in partnership commercial, industrial and resi- is critical that people continue to gradual reopening of businesses, up include seasonal businesses with Ontario’s health and safety dential development; stay home, practise physical dis- services and public spaces. and some essential construction associations, has developed more • Automatic and self-serve car tancing and only go out for essen- While the government remains projects. than 60 guidelines in response to washes; tial reasons, to pick up groceries, in Phase One of Ontario’s Ac- The announcement was made COVID-19. These sector-specific • Auto dealerships, open by prescriptions or to keep a medi- tion Plan in response to CO- by Premier Doug Ford, Rod Phil- measures will help employers appointment only; cal appointment. It is through VID-19, Protect and Support, lips, Minister of Finance, Vic prepare their workplaces so they • Golf courses may prepare these simple actions that Ontario allowing certain businesses and Fedeli, Minister of Economic can be reopened safely and en- their courses for the upcoming is making progress to stop the workplaces to open under strict Development, Job Creation and sure workers, customers and the season, but not open to the pub- spread of COVID-19. guidelines demonstrates the gov- Trade, and Christine Elliott, general public are protected. lic; and “As we begin planning for the ernment’s commitment to bal- Deputy Premier and Minister of By following the proper health • Marinas may also begin next phase of our fight against ance the needs of the economy Health. and safety guidelines these busi- preparations for the recreational COVID-19, Ontarians should with the health and safety of the The Chief Medical Officer nesses will be permitted to begin boating season by servicing boats continue to stay home as much people of Ontario. of Health has provided general operations on Monday, May 4 at and other watercraft and placing as possible to ensure we stop as “People’s efforts are paying off recommendations on how the 12:01 a.m.: boats in the water, but not open to quickly as possible the spread of and we can see a light at the end openings of businesses and work- • Garden centres and nurseries the public. Boats and w atercraft this virus,” said Minister Elliott. of the tunnel,” said Minister Phil- places could be implemented to with curbside pick-up and deliv- must be secured to a dock in the “While we have made tremen- lips. “Our response has always support safe operations, includ- ery only; marina until public access is al- dous progress in our shared battle been based on the current status ing strict adherence to health and • Lawn care and landscaping; lowed. against this new virus, we are not of the outbreak in our province, safety requirements. • Additional essential con- “Ontario workers and busi- done yet. We need to keep up the and on what makes sense for On- “We are allowing certain busi- struction projects that include: nesses have shown exemplary co- fight by continuing to practise tario. To be clear ― we haven’t nesses to reopen under strict ◦ shipping and logistics; operation and resilience through- physical distancing and good hy- moved into the reopening phase guidelines because we are con- ◦ broadband, telecommunica- out the course of this crisis,” said giene habits.” of our response to COVID-19. fident they can operate safely tions, and digital infrastructure; Minister Fedeli. “We’re begin- On April 27, the government Not yet. But based on the best and adapt to the current environ- ◦ any project that supports de- ning to ease restrictions on select released A Framework for Re- public health advice available to ment,” said Premier Ford. “While livery of goods and services; businesses as we carefully and opening our Province, which out- us, we are a step closer.” Covid-19 Vaccine Claims Virtual Mental Health Services Being Expanded From Italy, China, Israel TORONTO: The Ontario gov- can to keep people healthy, physi- Rome: Italian researchers Rome’s infectious-disease cine, this one was also developed ernment is expanding virtual cally and mentally,” said Premier have claimed that they have suc- Spallanzani Hospital. The com- by a military’s medical research mental health services to help Ford. cessfully developed a vaccine to pany claimed the drug is the first wing. The developer, Israel In- thousands of Ontarians experi- As part of the govern- contain coronavirus (Covid-19) Covid-19 candidate vaccine that stitute for Biological Research encing anxiety and depression, ment’s $12 million commit- which is likely to work on hu- has neutralized the novel coro- (IIBR) is considered as a secret including frontline health care ment to mental health during CO- mans, a report said. navirus in human cells. Medical lab that directly reports to the workers, during the COVID-19 VID-19, the emergency funding Luigi Aurisicchio, CEO of jury is still out on this vaccine Israeli Prime Minister’s Office. outbreak. These Internet-based is helping mental health agencies Takis, the firm developing the just like the Chinese. The announcement was made Cognitive Behavioural Therapy hire and train more staff, pur- medication, said that a corona- Meanwhile, A Chinese phar- by Israel’s defence minister, (iCBT) programs were developed chase the necessary equipment virus candidate vaccine has neu- maceutical company is already who called it a “significant in partnership with MindBeacon and technology they need to help tralised the virus in human cells preparing for mass production breakthrough”. and Morneau Shepell and will patients, and support the creation for the first time, world media of a vaccine that has entered sec- The lab has isolated an anti- be provided at no out-of-pocket and enhancement of virtual and has reported. ond phase of human trial, it was body to the novel coronavirus. costs to Ontarians across the online supports for mental health “This is the most advanced announced in Beijing. Israel said the next step is to province. services including: stage of testing of a candidate The drug was developed at a patent the discovery and go into The details were provided • Internet-based Cog- vaccine created in Italy. Human lab of Chinese military’s medi- mass production of the vaccine today by Premier Doug Ford, nitive Behavioural Therapy tests are expected after this sum- cal research wing. Chinese news in collaboration with pharma- Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier (iCBT): Clients can self-refer to mer,” Aurisicchio was quoted as agency Xinhua claimed it was ceutical companies. and Minister of Health, and Mi- programs through the various ser- saying to Italian news agency the first vaccine against novel Of the three claimants, Israel’s chael Tibollo, Associate Minister vice providers listed and be guid- ANSA. coronavirus infection. has been the most transparent of Mental Health and Addictions, ed through their client journey to It has isolated antibodies gen- TEL AVIV: Now, Israel has and is also backed by a separate during National Mental Health find the appropriate supports they erated in mice that work on hu- claimed to have developed a independent research, whose Week. need. Online iCBT is supported man cells. vaccine against Covid-19. Just findings match with the claims “Even though this virus has by therapists and available in Tests were conducted at a like the Chinese candidate vac- made by Israel on May 5. taken a heavy toll on our everyday English and French. lives, we are doing everything we • Supports for frontline health care workers: Online iCBT is available to frontline health Tune in to Radio Voice care workers experiencing anxiety, burnout or post-traumatic stress disorder. Those requiring intensive levels of care could be 101.3 FM referred to virtual face-to-face To know latest News, Views, Discussions, Trafﬁc care, as well as weekly online Updates,Live Phone-ins and lots more!! peer discussion groups and access to confidential support from Monday to Friday a clinician. • Virtual mental health 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM support services: These include BounceBack telephone coaching and workbooks, and Kids Help Phone for children and youth. “In order to help stop the spread of this deadly virus our frontline workers are working long hours in stressful si tuations and people across the province are doing their part by staying home, in many cases alone,” said Minister Elliott. “We know these actions are not easy and can cause stress, anxiety and other mental health issues. That’s why we are providing virtual mental health supports, allowing people to get the help they need while still physi- cally distancing.” www.WeeklyVoice.com WN orld/ ational Friday, May 8, 2020 | A-7 India Launches One Of World’s Largest Evacuation Programs With Planes, Ships New Delhi: India has em- the financial constraints being barked on one of the largest res- faced by the industry. However, cue operations in the world, send- he did not disclose any timeline ing ships and planes to bring back for the resumption of domestic Indians stranded abroad, with operations, but said that these Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep will be opened only after seeing Singh Puri on Tuesday announc- the “behaviour of the virus” and ing that the Air India Group will the ground level preparations to operate 64 flights to 12 countries handle any situation. to bring back over 14,000 strand- Lately, despite its precarious ed people in 7 days from May 7. financial position, the national Passengers would be required passenger carrier has emerged to pay a fixed amount for the fer- as one of the few airlines in the ry service, for instance the one- world that have evacuated more way all inclusive fare between than 9,000 passengers during the Chicago to New Delhi will be Covid-19 crisis. charged at Rs 100,000, while that The airline till date has carried for Dhaka-Delhi at Rs 12,000 and out massive flight operations to Manila-Delhi at Rs 30,000. China, Japan and Europe to bring Addressing the media via back stranded Indians, mostly video conferencing, the minister students and pilgrims. Addition- said that during the first week of ally, the airline has been instru- the mammoth air rescue opera- mental in repatriating foreigners tion, 14,800 Indian nationals will to Israel, UK and Germany. be brought back, while the total Air India and its subsidiary number of people to be repatri- Alliance Air has reached every ated back to India in the entire corner of the country to supply operation could be more than essential medical equipment. In 190,000. comparison, three decades ago, In terms of operational aspects, Air India led a group of airlines Air India will operate 40 flights, and state governments is vital 10 states adding that services to is precarious and that the airline which included Indian Airlines while Air India Express will fly since these authorities have to more states could be started in the requires injection of Rs 500-Rs and Aeroflot as well as IAF to 24 services to countries such as manage the returning passengers. coming weeks, depending upon 600 crore per month for it to stay rescue an 111,711 Indians from Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines, On their part, the state govern- the speed at which facilities are afloat. the Gulf, after Iraq invaded Ku- Bangladesh, Oman, Bahrain, Qa- ments are required to provide prepared to host these returnees. Besides, the minister said that wait in 1990. The 59-day opera- tar, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, the quarantine zones for the return- He further said that passengers participation of private airlines in tion involved 488 flights. This UAE, the US, and the UK. ing Indians. would be required to pay a fixed the air rescue plans will be taken time, the exercise will encompass Puri said that not only the role Puri said that in the first week, amount for these flights, since after the first week of operations. flights to the US in the west to the of the airline but that of airports flights will bring back Indians to the financial position of Air India Puri added that he is aware of Philippines in the east. Toronto Reopens Debenture To Fund Projects TORONTO: Following 2019 success, the City of Toronto is reopening one of its recently settled debenture offerings for an additional $200 million. The City issues long-term debt to help fund a variety of key capital projects. This $200 million bond issue has a fixed coupon of 2.65 per cent and a maturity of November 9, 2029. This reissuance brings the bond’s outstanding amount to $600 million. Investors paid a price of $108.92 to yield 1.631 per cent, which is the lowest borrowing cost the City of Toronto has ever secured. These bonds will help fund critical capital projects for a number of City divisions, including: • Toronto Transit Commission • Toronto Public Health • Long-Term Care Homes • Solid Waste Management Ser- vices • Toronto Public Library • Toronto’s Sustainable Energy Plan and many others. Toronto has one of the largest municipal borrowing programs in Canada. Power Rate Relief For Businesses TORONTO - The Ontario government is taking steps to defer a portion of Global Adjustment (GA) charges for industrial and commercial electricity consumers that do not participate in the Regulated Price Plan for the period starting from April 2020. This initiative is intended to provide companies with temporary immediate relief on their monthly electricity bills in April, May and June 2020. The government intends to keep this emergency order in place until May 31, 2020, and subsequent regulatory amendments would, if approved, provide for the deferral of these charges for June 2020 as well. This relief will prevent a marked increase in Global Ad- justment charges due to the low electricity demand now. • The GA rate for smaller industrial and commercial consumers (i.e., Class B) has been set at $115 per megawatt-hour, which is roughly in line with the March 2020 value. A-8 | Friday, May 8, 2020 opinion www.WeeklyVoice.com Strategic Eye A column on current Indian, national and global issues Instinct For Survival Will Bring New Ideas No Post-CoVID Simple Solutions; Newer Growth Models Will Emerge, Needs Of Citizens Will ChangeBy Amit Khanna checks, social distancing and staggered seating. We will still Business and industry, irre- travel but with caution. Newer, spective of size and scale, are less crowded destinations will the lifeline of the economy. A lot emerge. Travel groups will be is being said and written about smaller. Amusement parks, fairs, the impending doom and gloom, and exhibitions and other public massive job losses, lack of fiscal events will come with social dis- and monetary relief. tancing measures. Well, some of it is true but a Entertainment will slowly but lot of it is mere conjecture and surely shift to homes --TV and polemic. Transplanting solutions online. Cinemas will be for oc- from other countries is not the casional outings for special films. ideal way to remedy an illness or More personalised. Content is provide succour. A $ three trillion the way ahead. Biased and parti- economy in a country of 1.35 bil- san news, screaming anchors and lion people has little leeway, es- tele-pontification will lose their pecially in a year where govern- appeal as viewers search for facts ment revenues will be down by 30 and information instead of bluster per cent. and dogmas. If you print notes and monetise Writing in his book The future your reserves, what will happen Pic by Andy Beales on Unsplash in plain sight, Eugene Linden to inflation and the currency? says succinctly, “In stable times, Further, what happens if the cri- will be an accepted norm. Some There is large scale jobless- from home. Multiple shifts of and people look outward; in unstable sis lingers on for a year or more business models, in fact business- ness which will only increase in staggered hours at work, play, and times societies turn inward. When which is likely. es and professions, have outlived the months to come. We talk of entertainment is here to stay for a instability rules, people take out Some relief measures are in- their utility and viability. repatriation of migrant workers. long long time. “insurance” of various sorts. deed called for but all this talk The pandemic is only pushing How do you take 30 per cent of Society and lifestyles are bound They turn to families, tighten of putting 5-10 per cent of GDP their expiry date forward. It is the your population back to the plac- to change. Diehard habits will al- ties to community, and accept the through deficit financing is a gam- healthy businesses, large, small es from where they escaped to ter. Imagine a world where health trade-off that these deeper entan- ble which can go horribly wrong. and micro which must be saved avoid utter poverty and despair? and safety will mean more than glements limit opportunities for There are no simple solutions. It first so that tomorrow they- con Let us concentrate on filling the convenience. Pilgrimage and exceptional wealth for any one is a game which will be learnt as tinue to employ more and more gaps in our social welfare system. visits to places of worship, work- individual. Expertise becomes we play along. and keep the wheels of the econ- Let us provide food and at least places, factories, malls multi- more important. Amid renewed There will be grave difficul- omy moving. Newer occupations minimum social security through plexes, restaurants, bars, markets xenophobia, people tend to clus- ties and suffering but we cannot are emerging. Redistribution of Direct Benefit Transfers (DBT) -- wholesale and retail -- schools ter with their own.” wish them away in TV debates resources-natural and human, is and Public Distribution System and colleges, travel, hospital- We are headed into uncharted and Webinars. All will have to imperative. (PDS). ity, conferences, meetings, din- territory. Ingenuity and survival pitch in. Each one of us will have The COVID-19 pandemic This is the time to leverage the ing, weddings, funerals, family instinct of humans will come up to do with less. The day the bal- means a new ecosystem for both India stock via JAM (Jandhan, get-togethers, festivals, shopping with new ideas beyond just a cure ance shifts in favour of livelihood supply and consumption. Our Aadhaar, Mobile). Entourage and even hanging out, all will be and vaccine for the virus. Keep against lives, we are in for an un- needs as consumers, manufactur- economy (one person working underlined with precaution and the windows of your mind open imaginable tragedy. ers, service providers, employees, accompanied by sundry hangers trepidation. and let hope drive you towards a AI, automation, 3D printing citizens will change. Businesses on ) is not tenable. Fake celebrity Holidays will be tentative and better day after tomorrow. Tomor- and robots are now something must prepare for the change. This will hopefully take a knock. Face- to begin with closer to home and row is a misty morning. which will be there right in front clamour of opening up to me ap- time, Skype, Zoom and Teams are in less crowded places. Travel Amit Khanna is a writer, film- of us. Big data and surveillance pears unthought out. a part of the normal as is working will be cumbersome with health maker and social commentator. Are Internet Platforms Adversely Affecting Indian Kids? By Vinit Goenka wide lockdown and sent notices tent Complaint Council) follow- to reputed and most used plating 2019’s code, the “Code of With the extensive prolifera- forms like Google, WhatsApp Best Practices For Online Curat- tion of online content, free wi-fi and Twitter citing gaps on these ed Content Providers”, but only across many locations, dirt-cheap platforms which make children a few of them are on board and data plans on mobile, broadband vulnerable. The alarming fact is have signed onto this code. and fibre optic networks, watch- pornographic materials are ac- Online classes are now a new ing online content has become the cessible through the apps avail- normal in the Covid19 scenario, most comfortable pastime with a able on Google Play Store, links and NCPCR has already issued an massive reach across youth and are available to join on encrypted advisory to all state governments millennials in urban and rural ar- WhatsApp groups, and various to ensure the safety of students eas. twitter handles are also propagat- and has mentioned that paren- Many web-series and online ing such WhatsApp group links tal supervision is advised dur- materials are blatantly display- openly. ing such virtual classrooms. But ing nudity, violence, obscene lan- Section 67B of The Informa- like earlier pointed out, parents Photo by Henry Ascroft on Unsplash guage, has children and growing tion Technology (IT) Act, 2000 themselves are not aware of the adolescents in real or simulated specifically provides stringent based on Interpol’s “Worst-of- ber 2019 states that 59 per cent content their child is accessing on sex, offends religious sentiments, punishment for publishing, list” shared periodically by the of the respondents felt there was the smartphones. It depends on and promotes and encourages ter- browsing or transmitting child Central Bureau of Investiga- a lot of offensive content which their education levels, their cyber rorism. Parents, in many cases, pornography in electronic form. tion (CBI) which is the National was “unsuitable” for public view- hygiene etiquettes and their basic have no idea about the content Section 79 of the IT Act and The Nodal Agency for Interpol. The ing and a recent report by KPMG awareness of the subject. being watched by their children. Information Technology (Inter- list is shared with the Department and OTT Platform EROS Now Rajya Sabha Chairman M. The National Commission for mediary Guidelines) Rules 2011 of Telecommunications (DoT), projected that India would have Venkaiah Naidu had suggested Protection of Child Rights (NCP- require that the intermediaries who then directs major ISPs to nearly 500 million online video in Parliament in November 2019 CR), under the administrative shall observe due diligence while block such websites. A dedicated subscribers by 2023, only second that a committee comprising a control of the Ministry of Women discharging their duties and shall website for information security to China. few MPs should be formed to & Child Development, Govern- inform the users of computer re- awareness has also been set up by In February 2020, the I&B suggest concrete steps to check ment of India, has recently taken sources to act accordingly. the Ministry of Electronics and Ministry along with IAMAI (In- pornography on social media, and cognizance of research highlight- Government blocks the web- Information Technology (Meity). ternet and Mobile Association other Internet platforms which ing 95 per cent rise in online child sites containing extreme Child A survey conducted by TNN of India) came with setting up of are adversely affecting children porn traffic during the nation- Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) (Times News Network) in Octo- DCCCC (Digital Curated Con- in India. The government needs to run cyber hygiene awareness programmes in local languages on all media channels and newspapers and educate the people about the applicable laws. Edu- cational institutions must inform students about the dangers of accessing objectionable content. Most importantly, data sover- Pick Your Free Copies From eignty laws are the need of the Transit And South Asian Stores hour in India, and the responsi- bilities of the content generator, EVERY FRIDAY content hosting platform, content transmitter, and the content shar- THE WEEKLY VOICE er all have to be fixed. The irony is that while all such platforms earn huge revenues from sharing content and circulat- ing it, they escape when it comes to accepting responsibilitys. On a broader level, India needs to dis- cuss this right from Parliament to the remotest village, and a comprehensive policy supported by Leader in South legislation is the need of the hour on this subject. Asian News in Canada Vinit Goenka is the author of Data Sovereignty: The Pursuit of Supremacy. www.WeeklyVoice.com community Friday, May 8, 2020 | A-9 Region Of Peel Thanks Its Paramedics On First Responders Day The Region of Peel has extended its thanks and said: “We honour @peel_paramedics for the dedication, courage and care they bring to people in Peel, and going above and beyond during COVID-19 like testing vulnerable groups, delivering essentials in a time of need, and raising funds to support the community. May 1st was Ontario First Re- sponders Day. Peel Paramedics also hailed members and frontline responders ’who go out every day and night to make a difference in our communities each and every day’. Pic: Peel Paramedics. Brampton Lays Off About Toronto Launches Major 2,000 Part-Time, Casual And Seasonal Employees Pothole Repair Blitzes BRAMPTON: As a result of Operations, Security Services, extended facility closures and Site Plan Applications, Building programming cancellations in Permits/Inspections, Official Plan response to COVID-19, the City Amendments (OPAs) and Rezon- of Brampton has temporarily sus- ing Planning Applications, 311 pended employment of approxi- and Administrative/Technical mately 2,000 part-time, tempo- functions. rary/casual, and seasonal staff Mayor Patrick Brown said: members in non-essential and “These are undoubtedly some non-critical services. of the most challenging times This is a temporary measure the City has seen, which has led and the City hopes to have these us to tough but necessary deci- employees return to the City as sions. The extended closure of soon as we are able to resume the City facilities meant a change various programs and services. in how we deliver programs and In the interim, the City remains services. Our focus remains a committed to providing support sustainable response that lessens services to impacted employees the long-term, negative impacts and anticipates that many will be of this pandemic while allowing Image by Jacob Ode from Pixabay eligible for financial support from us to help protect the safety of our the Government of Canada’s ben- community and deliver essential TORONTO: The City of To- repaired potholes across the city. • proactive daily repair and efits programs. and critical services residents rely ronto is undertaking pothole re- People driving or biking for maintenance of potholes• pothole Earlier this week, with guid- on.” pair blitzes in May to help keep essential travel are advised to repair blitzes as required, and ance from the Brampton Emer- David Barrick, Chief Adminis- roads safe and in a good state of expect minor delays during pot- Potholes are created when wa- gency Management Office and trative Officer, City of Brampton, repair. The first blitz was held on hole work The public is asked to ter penetrates the top layer of as- Peel Public Health, the City an- said: “Like many organizations Saturday, May 2, followed by re- be safe by respecting work zones phalt through cracks in the road. nounced that all City festivals, across the country, we are active- pair blitzes on Saturday, May 9 and giving crews space while When the moisture freezes and events, performances and com- ly responding to and mitigating and 23, weather permitting. they make repairs. expands, sections of the pave- munity event permits for events the various impacts of this crisis. Crews have already been busy Pothole repair blitz crews are ment are forced up. The weight at City facilities and performing We remain committed to ensuring all spring repairing as many pot- made up of the same City staff of vehicles going over this sec- arts centres, are cancelled un- staff have access to the support holes as possible on Toronto’s who handle important work such tion of road breaks the pavement til July 1, 2020, inclusive. This services they need during this expressways, major roads and as road maintenance, snow clear- and the asphalt is forced out. follows the March 27, 2020, an- time. I would also like to assure neighbourhood streets. City staff ing, street sweeping and other The City has a comprehensive nouncement that City Hall and all everyone that this difficult deci- worked a 12-hour shift on May maintenance work. road maintenance program and other City of Brampton facilities sion is a direct result of closures 2 with appropriate physical dis- City crews have already re- has budgeted close to $220 mil- would remain closed until further and cancellations in response to tancing measures in place. paired more than 86,000 potholes lion in 2020 for road repairs, reha- notice to help prevent the spread COVID-19 and does not reflect Traffic volumes on Toronto’s this year. City workers annually bilitation and maintenance work, of COVID-19. the contributions of impacted em- roads are down between 45 and repair more than 200,000 pot- including between $4 million and The City will continue to de- ployees who remain a valued part 65 per cent as a result of the CO- holes on average in Toronto. $5 million to fix potholes. Each liver essential and critical ser- of our team.” VID-19 pandemic. During the A few recent examples of how pothole costs approximately $25 vices including: Fire and Emer- For the most current updates month of April, staff fixed more the City manages road surfaces to repair. Potholes can usually gency Services, Transit, Animal and frequently asked questions than 12,000 potholes while mak- include: be repaired within four daysbut Services, Works Operation and (FAQs), please visit: www. ing daily pothole repairs. 48 • planned maintenance closures repairs are prioritized on major Maintenance, Parks and Forestry brampton.ca/COVID19. crews comprising 146 workers of Gardiner Expressway and DVP roads first. Toronto & Partners Open 2nd COVID-19 Recovery Site For Homeless TORONTO: As part of the City place for the city’s most vulner- of Toronto’s comprehensive three able to recover in a dignified way, tier response to COVID-19 for without placing additional pres- people experiencing homeless- sures on the hospital acute care ness, a second recovery program system. will open this weekend and en- The program is a partnership hanced PPE measures will be in between the City UHN and ICHA place across the shelter system. with community partner agencies The site is for the homeless including the Parkdale Queen who are COVID-19 positive West Community Health Cen- through a unique partnership be- tre, South Riverdale Community tween the City of Toronto, Uni- Health Centre, the Neighbour- versity Health Network (UHN), hood Group, and Sound Times. Inner City Health Associates Doctors Without Borders is also (ICHA) and community health involved, providing expertise on partners. project co-ordination and logis- The new downtown site has a tics and infection, prevention and capacity for up to 250 individuals control management. Funding for who test positive for COVID-19 the program is being provided by The recovery program is the Province of Ontario. unique and a new integrated mod- Individuals will be referred di- el for shelter and health care. It rectly through a referral from an isn’t a hospital because people do ICHA physician. Clients are ac- not require acute care. It also isn’t commodated in individual hotel a shelter because there are addi- rooms and provided an integrat- tional infection control measures ed model of care using a harm in place similar to health care set- reduction and trauma-oriented tings, as well as other wraparound approach, medical care, nurs- health supports. ing, substance use care and over- It is critical to our response dose prevention services, mental that people who are homeless and health support, and community, who are ill with COVID-19 have peer and personal support. a safe space to recover outside The site is pet-friendly and of the shelter system to prevent family-friendly. The new site will the spread of infection. For those operate in addition to an existing who don’t require hospitalization, 200-bed COVID-19 recovery site the recovery program provides a that opened in April. A-10 | Friday, May 8, 2020 community www.WeeklyVoice.com Award For YRT Operator Toronto Launches Youth Violence Prevention Grant TORONTO: Mayor John Tory East Mall and West Mall) has announced that the City of • Dorset Park (Priority: Toronto will launch a youth vio- Glenmorgan, Canlish) lence prevention grant to sup- • Steeles L’Amoureaux (Prior- port the de-escalation of youth ity: Glendower, Bay Mills and violence in Toronto communi- Chester Le) ties. The grant, which was ap- • Oakwood Village (Priority: proved by Toronto City Council Eglinton West, Little Jamaica, on February 19, 2020, will see and Vaughn Road) $2 million in funding allocated To be eligible for a grant, the: to community agencies for youth • projects should be aimed at violence prevention projects in programming that is responsive nine communities. to violence prevention and inter- The nine communities identi- vention for youth ages 10 to 29 fied for funding are: • agency must have a proven • Mount Olive-Silverstone- track record (three or more years) Jamestown (Priority: Pittsboro/ of working with youth most vul- Orphington) nerable to being involved in seri- • Lawrence Heights (Priority: ous violence and crime Neptune) • agency must display success • Regent Park (Priority: Regent with violence intervention and Park, St. James Town, Yonge & de-escalation strategies York Region Transit operator Jeyaseelan Thambiayah has been awarded the pres- Gerrard and the Esplanade) • lead agency must be a Toron- tigious “Certificate of Excellence” Award for exceptional Customer Care for 2019. • Flemingdon/Thorncliffe to-based, incorporated. Thambiayah received the award from General Manager of York Region Transit • Malvern/Morningside/Wo- Agencies can apply for up to burn (Priority: Empiringham, Or- $200,000 for their project. Suc- Ann-Marie Carrall. General Manager-Transdev South West Division Mr. Dave Kel- ton Park, Cedarbrae and Danzig) cessful applicants will begin ac- lows was present at the function. Mr.Jeyaseelan has been working as Transit Opera- • Rexdale/Kingsview Village tivities in July and should adhere tor of York Region Transit for the past 14 years. (Priority: Willowridge, Capri, to public health guidelines. Toronto To Resume Regular Yard Waste Collection TORONTO: The City of Toron- tonnes of garbage were collected, to will resume regular yard waste 300 tonnes less than the same collection this week. By fully time period in 2019. resuming this seasonal collec- For the week of April 19 to 25, tion, the City is helping residents garbage collected decreased nine continue to stay home as much as per cent from 2019 levels during possible by enabling gardening the same week. There was also a and outdoor work. The resump- 13 per cent decrease in blue box tion of service also coincides with materials collected during the the reopening of garden centres. week of April 19 to 25, decreas- The start of seasonal yard ing from 6,300 tonnes in 2019 to waste collection was suspended 5,700 tonnes this year. in March as part of the City’s CO- Overall, from March 9 to April VID-19 response to ensure ad- 25, there has been a three per cent equate staffing levels to continue decrease in blue box material the core collection of garbage, from 2019 levels – from 24,200 blue bin (recycling) and green tonnes in 2019 to 23,400 tonnes bin (organics). The City recently this year. resumed yard waste collection for Residents are asked to put their four weeks and has determined yard waste out before 7 a.m. on that it can continue to provide the their regularly scheduled garbage/ service on a regular basis. yard waste collection day. If yard Photo by form PxHere The City is seeing increased waste is not picked up the day it levels of yard waste during the is put out, the City is asking resi- than 1.2 metres (4 feet), no wider maintain operations: until services resume. COVID-19 pandemic. As of April dents to leave it out until its col- than 0.6 metres (2 feet) and no • Drop-off depots are closed • Bin exchanges are suspend- 25, crews had collected 11,000 lected and refrain from calling heavier than 20 kilograms (44 to the general public. Only those ed. Existing service requests will tonnes of yard waste; 3,100 311 to report a missed collection lbs). with an existing registered ac- be completed once full service tonnes more than what had been Residents should use a yard A reminder to residents that count can continue to bring ma- resumes. Bin repair and missing collected by this time last year. waste bag if possible. Otherwise the following Solid Waste Man- terial to Depots. No new account bin requests will continue to be Garbage and blue box mate- a rigid open-top container can be agement Services continue to be requests will be processed at this processed. rial levels remain largely stable. used. Brush and branches should impacted, to ensure the health and time. Cash will not be accepted, • All Community Environment From March 9 to April 25, 41,600 be secured in bundles no longer safety of residents and staff and and depots will not operate on Days scheduled in April, May and Saturdays. June have been cancelled. • Toxic Taxi services and The collection of garbage, recy- InternatIonal Cargo & travel ServICeS Household Hazardous Waste cling, organics, and oversized and drop-off are suspended. Hazard- metal items has not been impact- Send your Gifts, Parcels, Personal Effects, Commercial ous waste should be safely stored ed and will continue as scheduled. Company Products, Automobiles all over the world - Moving or relocating overseas Brampton Rules On (Please note : if you purchase an airline ticket through us, you will get a 10% discount on your next cargo booking) Garage Sales ShIP froM AnywhErE In USA or CAnAdA By AIr, LAnd & SEA Express Letter to: wE ALSo SELL STAndArd And Spring Cleaning USA……….$25.00 ShIPPInG BoXES 18” X 18” X24” Door Delivery Worldwide Courier Service by DHL, TNT, BRAMPTON: At this time of bin or garbage bags will not be India……...$30.00 year, residents may want to hold picked up: U.K……….$30.00 UPS & FEDEX at very low price or participate in garage sales to • at the curb; Middle East & For more information call : take advantage of spring clean- • in apartments/condos; or Pakistan….$39.00 ing. In keeping with the regula- • accepted at Community Re- Africa...... $50.00 905-677-6957 tions under the EMPCA, garage cycling Centres (CRCs). sales are not permitted due to the Residents are asked to please health and safety risk they pose to dispose of gloves, masks and oth- VISTA CARGO BUILDING CORE”F” the public. er home healthcare waste in the 6500 SILVErdArT drIVE, SUITE 271 MAIL BoX # 95, MISSISSAUGA, onT. L5P 1A2, CAnAdA They involve the touching and garbage, not in recycling. www.icscargo.com Toll free: 1-888-786-2595 handling of used goods, and cre- Residents are asked not to drop ate an unnecessary opportunity off any donations at Diabetes for the surface transfer of CO- Canada bins or other charitable VID-19. Garage sales are con- organization drop-off bins that sidered a non-essential business are overflowing throughout Peel, and encourage public gatherings as they will not be collected. Sus- and close physical proximity. If pended collection also applies at alerted of any garage sales tak- Peel’s CRCs. ing place, Enforcement staff will If it is absolutely necessary that respond to the violation, which residents must leave their home may result in a fine. to dispose of items immediate- As of April 20, every house- ly, waste can be dropped off at hold can place up to two extra CRCs, where disposal fees have garbage bags at the curb on their been waived until further notice. garbage collection day, without Peel CRCs are currently not garbage tags. Excess garbage accepting electronics, tires, large must be placed in bags. Contain- appliances (such as stoves, fridg- ers or cans will not be collected. es and dishwashers) or bulky Collection staff will only pick items. For the safety of the com- up a maximum of two additional munity and staff, services remain bags. Residents who have pur- limited at the CRCs and residents chased bag tags are advised to should expect longer than normal hold on to them until further no- wait times. tice. Residents are encouraged to Residents are reminded that check peelregion.ca/waste/com- bulky items that do not fit into a munity-recycling-centres. www.WeeklyVoice.com community Friday, May 8, 2020 | A-11 MP Sidhu Joins YMCA Drive-Thru Food Drive BRAMPTON: Member of Par- liament for Brampton South, So- nia Sidhu, joined the Brampton YMCA during the weekend to assist with a drive-thru food drive. This was part of a larger initiative organized by The YMCA of Greater Toronto which saw similar food drives at all nine of their GTA community centres. On Sat- urday and Sunday, a designated drop-off area was set up at the front of the centre, allowing So- nia and the YMCA team to easily accept donations without contact. Throughout the drive, staff and visitors maintained a distance of 6 feet from each other, ensuring that all physical distancing guidelines were followed. MP Sonia Sidhu with some of the food packs collected during YMCA’s Drive-Thru campaign The most commonly donated items included juice boxes, dry are operating an emergency food Friday from 8:00AM to 6:30PM. donated will be matched up to ties and non-profit organizations pasta, canned soups, and baby bank, open Wednesdays and Fri- The YMCA of Greater Toronto $100,000. You can find more in- more than ever. food and formula to support new days from 12:00PM to 2:00PM. is also accepting monetary dona- formation about donating to the Y “These groups have never been mothers. The donations collected Residents of Brampton who tions for their Y GTA COVID-19 GTA COVID-19 Response Fund so important, and we must be will be distributed to Regenera- were unable to participate in the Response Fund. The fund will here: ymcagta.org/covid-fund there to support them. The do- tion Outreach, a non-profit -or drive-thru food drive are encour- help the most vulnerable mem- Sidhu said: “We know that our nations collected this weekend ganization in Brampton offering aged to drop off their donations to bers of our community during vulnerable populations are most will make a difference, and help support services to respond to Regeneration Outreach directly at this crisis. Until May 31, thanks susceptible to the effects of CO- someone who’s going through a the COVID-19 pandemic. They 253 Queen Street E., Monday to to generous donors, every dollar VID-19 and are turning to chari- difficult time.” C hief Jim MacSween Takes Charge Of York Region Police NEWMARKET: Chief Jim MacSween has been sworn as Chief of Police for York Region. Chief MacSween attended a swearing in service last Friday, limited to five individuals due to COVD-19, that was held at the office of the York Region Police Services Board in the Town of Newmarket. Born and raised in Nova Sco- tia, Chief MacSween moved to Ontario in 1987 and began his career with York Regional Police in 1989. . Chief MacSween is re- sponsible for 2,300 employees, an operating and capital budget of $390 million and community safety for 1.2 million citizens. Pics: @ChiefMacSween/Twitter Having 30 years of service with York Regional Police, Chief versity of Guelph. He is also a pics Ontario. He is currently has previously served as Chair of Chief MacSween spent his first MacSween has extensive expe- graduate of the Police Leadership Vice-Chair of the Board of Direc- the Community Services Com- day on the job saying thanks to rience in administration, opera- Program at the Rotman School of tors for St. John Ambulance and mittee. frontline First Responders. tions and strategic initiatives, in- Management and the Executive cluding as the officer in charge of Strategic Management Program #2 and #4 District. He has served at the Senior Management Insti- as a commander of Training and tute for Police. He has a proven Education, Real Time Operations track record and is known to be Centre and the 9-1-1 Call Cen- a strong team builder and com- tre. As Deputy Chief of Police, municator. he was assigned to the Support Chief MacSween is a recipient Branch, where he led a number of of the Governor General’s Exem- key strategic initiatives. plary Service 20-year medal and Chief MacSween holds a is active in the community where Bachelor of Applied Arts Degree he volunteers his time with such in Justice Studies from the Uni- organizations as Special Olym- Man Held In Mississauga Carjacking Case Region of Peel: Investi- collision on Highway 403 near gators from the Peel Regional Matheson Boulevard in Missis- Police Central Robbery Bureau sauga. The accused fled the scene have arrested a man relating to on foot. After a brief search, po- a carjacking that occurred in the lice located and arrested the ac- City of Mississauga. cused in the area of Kennedy On May 4, 2020, at approxi- Road and Matheson Boulevard in TM mately 1:00 p.m., the victim Mississauga. A loaded .40 caliber parked her vehicle at a residen- handgun was recovered. tial complex in the area of Oscar Suhay Ahmed, a 22-year-old Peterson Boulevard and Eglinton man from Toronto, was charged Avenue West in Mississauga. with the following offences: Make One Small Monthly Payment For all Your DEBTS! When the victim exited her vehi- • Robbery cle, the accused was armed with • Disguise with Intent a handgun and confronted her. He • Unauthorized Possession of Ask Yourself ? demanded her car keys and then Firearm and fled the area in the stolen vehicle. • Knowledge of Unauthorized - Are you using your Overdraft all the time? At 1:30 p.m., the accused, Possession of Firearm Unauthor- still operating the stolen vehicle, ized Possession of Prohibited or - Are creditors constantly Threatening & Harassing you at home or at work? was involved in a single-vehicle Restricted Weapon. - Are you struggling to pay your Rent, Mortgage or Car Payment? Sexual Assault Investigation - Are your financial difficulties the cause of your Marriage or Health Problems? - Do you think your Credit Rating is in jeopardy forever? Region of Peel - Investi- received minor injuries. gators from the Special Victims The suspect is described as - Are you afraid of Losing your car, house, RRSP, Stocks or any other asset? Unit are seeking assistance from male, black, medium complex- the public regarding an incident ion, 6’2”, with a slim build. He - Do you have Court Orders against you? Ajay Oberoi that occurred in the area of Mol- was wearing a black full face Professional dovan Drive and Father Tobin mask, black zip-up sweater, black - Are you having any trouble with Government (CRA) about personal tax or Credit Counsellor Road in the City Brampton. jogging pants, black shoes, and any other tax issues? On Tuesday, May 5, 2020, black gloves. at approximately 11:05 a.m., a Anyone who witnessed any 16-year-old female, was walk- part of this incident or has infor- If you answered “Yes” to any of the above questions then you should contact us ing on the path around a pond mation is asked to call investiga- for a Private & Con dential meeting with one of our Credit Counsellors in the area of Moldovan Drive tors in the Special Victims Unit and Father Tobin Road. A male at (905) 453–2121, ext. 3460. suddenly approached her, pulled Information may also be pro- 416-650-5800 her off the trail, and sexually as- vided anonymously by calling Proudly Served over 15,000 Families since 2004 Five Convenient Locations: saulted her. The male fled on foot, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222- Scarborough , North York , Mississauga westbound towards the greenbelt. TIPS (8477) or by visiting peel- Visit : GtaCredit.Com Brampton and Toronto Downtown The 16-year-old female victim crimestoppers.ca. A-12 | Friday, May 8, 2020 astro www.WeeklyVoice.com Your Fortunes This Week Forecast for 8th May to 14th May 2020 By Dr. Prem Kumar Sharma (Astrologer, Palmist , Numerologist & Vastu Consultant) Email: [email protected] / Url: http://www.premastrologer.com Contact: +91-172-2562832, 2572874 Mobile/Whats app: +917814441456/9216141456 / Facebook: www.facebook.com/askpremastrologer By Dr. Prem Kumar Sharma ARIES -(March 21-April 20) CANCER - (July 22-July 22) LIBRA CAPRICORN A surprise party or a celebration is on the You may plan on an exciting overseas (September 24-October 23) December 22-January 21) anvil. Praise is forthcoming in something journey and enjoy your heart out. Excellent The time is ripe for you to get something There are better ways to do something at you have responsibly discharged at work. showing on the academic front is likely to done officially. You are likely to come work, so learn them fast to save time and Someone may be more than accommodat- keep you in an upbeat mood. Your friendly back to your old ways that generally irri- energy. You will be able to steady yourself ing on the social front. You may choose to nature and open-heartedness are likely to tate those around you. Be sensitive to the on the professional front. Those worry- invest in a scheme you have been contem- win you many friends. Some of you may emotions of spouse or lover. Be vigilant ing over repaying a loan can rest easy, as plating for long. Lack of energy may make win appreciation for your contribution in a so as not to compromise your security and money comes your way. Annoying a fam- you postpone some important tasks. Im- social cause. Nearness to the one you love that of the house you live in. A direct ap- ily member may not work in your favour as pressing the interviewer will be important will keep the flames of passion alive. At proach will prove more effective in getting you may require his or her help later. You for the job seekers. Let romance not take this time you can be at your penny-pinch- a choice posting. Consider carefully before can only save your relationship by chang- priority over other important work. Health ing best! investing in a scheme that seems too good ing your mindset and becoming more open remains satisfactory. Lucky No.: Turquoise to be true. and receptive. Lucky No.: 2 Lucky Colour: 3 Lucky No.: 6 Lucky No.: 2 Lucky Colour: Sky Blue Lucky Colour: Chocolate Lucky Colour: Rust LEO -(July 23-August 23) TAURUS - (April 21-May 20) You will keep a low profile, when asked SCORPIO -(Oct. 24-Nov. 22) AQUARIUS - (Jan. 22-Febr. 19) You will be able to achieve something for volunteering for something tedious. Someone is waiting for your cue to pro- This is a good time to pick up from that others have given up on. This is an Something you had been fervently hoping ceed forward, so be quick about it. You may where you left on the professional front. excellent time go on a vacation with fam- for on the professional front is likely to hap- think you are smart, but others are smarter. You can feel unwanted and unloved, but ily and friends. Seeing new places, meet- pen. You will feel on the top of the world as So, don’t pull a fast one as you are certain it will mostly be a figment of your own ing new people is in store for some. You far as health is concerned. Money comes to get caught. You can regret the presence imagination. It is better to change your at- are likely to impress someone of the op- your way and will beef up your financial of someone who is cramping your lifestyle. titude towards things, than wallow in self posite gender and pave way for a budding condition. You can become oversensitive A good advice by someone close will need pity. Putting off work for some other, will romance. It will be to your credit to help to an inadvertent remark of a near and dear to be followed in letter and spirit. Some of just not work on the professional front. Put someone out on the academic front. Repay- one. It is best not to make an issue over it. you will need to learn to live your life fully. your nose to the grindstone to beat a dead- ing a loan will not pose any problems. Lucky No.: Orange Lucky No.: 7 line. Making a profitable deal is possible. Lucky No.: 1 Lucky Colour: 4 Lucky Colour: Maroon Lucky No.: 3 Lucky Colour: Teal Lucky Colour:Cyan VIRGO -(August 24-September 23) SAGITTARIUS - (Nov. 23-Dec.21) GEMINI -(May 21-July 21) You will need to get into the groove of This is not the right time to pick up PISCES -(Feb. 20-March 20) You will need to be more discerning, things on the professional front. Health anything contentious. You are likely to Family life is likely to give you immense where relationships are concerned. A per- may give problems, so take preventive offend someone by your actions at work. fulfillment. A policy change at work can fect greets you as you climb the ladder of measures now. Your attitude towards re- Chances of missing an important appoint- benefit you. This is a good time for busi- success both on personal and professional lations may project you as being haughty. ment or meeting cannot be ruled out. In- ness persons to implement product promo- fronts. Your uncanny sixth sense is likely You can be side-lined on the professional discriminate spending may find monetary tion strategies. Some of you can feel the to save you from a bad relationship on the front by your superiors in favour of some- front weakening. Your addiction can cause pinch in the absence of fluid cash. You will romantic front. Money comes from unex- one else. health problems, so kick the habit before it be able to motivate a family youngster to pected sources to strengthen your bank bal- Money acquired can be blown on affects happiness. Family will be most car- give in his or her best in a competition. You ance. Your creative talents are likely to be things that are not a priority. Those feeling ing and do much to make you comfortable. may require expert guidance to manage recognised at work. Some of you may plan stressed are likely to take a break by going Your romantic overtures are likely to be re- your finances. Plan your vacation well to to buy a house or a car soon. on a vacation. ciprocated in full measure. keep within budget. Lucky No.: 5 Lucky No.: 8 Lucky No.: 4 Lucky No.: 5 Lucky Colour: Silver Lucky Colour: Sandy Brown Lucky Colour: Golden Lucky Colour: Pink Sanjay B Jumaani is a renowned numerologist based in Mumbai, India. His advice has helped leading film stars, cricketers, corporate executives, industri- Your Number alists, politicians, corporations, TV serials et al change their fortunes. To know more about Sanjay and his numerology forecasts, write to sbjumaani333@ya- Defines You hoo.com or visit www.jumaani.com. Here, he shares with us the knowledge he has acquired about numerology over decades of study and practice.2} Number 2 people LINE OF WORK: {MOON} They usually do better in a ‘ser- LUCKY NUMBERS: vice’ providing industry; knowl- Their lucky numbers are from edge selling business like consul- the series of 1, 2 and 7, though they People born on the 2nd, 11th, tancy or creative work often suits may also get attracted to Number 20th and 29th in any month are them even better. 4 They generally get along better termed as Number 2 people, ruled No 2’s may also do well in spiri- with persons born on the 1, 2 and by the planet Moon, which is tual experiences, occult sciences, 7 series such as the 1st, 2nd, 7th, closely linked with Number 7 of music, media, entertainment, act- 10th, 11th, 16th, 19th 20th, 25th, Neptune. Cancerians are also gov- ing, art, teaching, and fitness par- 28th and 29th. erned by Moon or Number 2. lors, Yoga, Gymnasium, sea trav- They should guard against do- In fact the first time Man {Neil el, imports or exports, divination ing any union, partnerships with Armstrong} set foot on the Moon, of all kind, or in lines of creativity, number 8 people, as those born on it was a date adding to No 2! 2 such as interior or dress designing, the 8th, 17th or 26th. 20+7+1969= 7, Neptune which is or any profession where the men- Lucky Colors: Moons partner. tal aspect comes into play. Their lucky colors are green, It was during the Cancer period They are likely to succeed by gray, blue, cream, yellow and when Moon, and Neptune are in gifts of the imagination more than white. full flow. 1969=7 too. APOLLO, by any hard and fast business Unlucky Colors: the space shuttle adds to 29 or No methods. More especially when They must avoid the color 2 too! their mental intellect comes into Black. Their lucky gem is that of And it was Apollo- II; II=2 too. play. They are often gentle {but the Moon, which is the Pearl, set COMMENTS: Number 2 peo- moody too!} by nature, imagina- ing out their ideas. They depend Moon can make one restless, un- in silver, on the right hand, little ple {MOON}: tive, artistic and romantic. on others around to ‘push’ them to settled, and lack continuity in their finger. The gem should ideally be Moon, as one can also see is a They are generally dream- make the best of their faculties. plans. 4 to 6 carats approximately, set in dreamy, romantic, gentle, imagi- ers and can excel in any field of The flip side of the Moon is They are also inclined to be silver, to be worn for the first time native and creative planet. imagination, where their mental that it makes a person moody, and oversensitive, and so easily get on a Monday evening, 6 pm after Moon lends gift of imagina- intelligence is required. They may sometimes prone to even depres- downhearted if they are not in chanting the mantras, AUM SOM tion, and creativity; hence, most do well in astrology or such mys- sion. With the phases of the Moon, happy surroundings. SOMAYA NAMAH 11 times be- Number 2 people are very ‘gifted’ tical or occult sciences, {e.g 2 of even the vast ocean is affected, as In health, they have to guard fore wearing. and talented. Many songs in bol- the famous people in the industry, can be seen with the high and low against diabetes, blood pressure The Pearl helps in calming men- lywood have been inspired, and Mr Bansilal M Jumaani (20th Jan), tides. and heart problems. tal faculties, and can control mood pictured on the Moon, which also Mrs Swetta Jumaani (29/5) and Abroad, a study revealed that Yoga and meditation is strongly swings. Lucky Octaves or forms makes a person romantic. Mr Bejan Daruwala {11th July} lunatics are most affected during recommended. Generally they do of Numbers for your Cell Phone Bollywood’s first Super-Star, psychology or medicine. the phases of the Moon making not make good businessmen, and {without country code} / Bank Rajesh Khanna {29/12} was a Such persons are not satisfied them go berserk. do well in lines of creativity or A/c/Locker No/Flat Number: No 2; Amitabh Bachchan {11/10} in any ordinary or monotonous In fact, most terror attacks have any ‘Mental’ kind of work, or a Total of 1, 19, 37 or 46 {not 10, who took over was also a No 2. So line of work. They are inventive, happened world-over in the month ‘service’ related field, like consul- 28, 55, 64, 73 etc} was the next Super-Star, Shahrukh and at the same time, lazy and laid of July {Cancer ruler-Moon}. tancy, rather than any hard or fast For eg: 9870052645= 46 OR Khan {2/11}. back, not very forceful in carry- The chief weakness is that they business method. 9870052600= 37. 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As reports surface of condominium buildings refusing to permit real estate showings during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ontario Real Estate Asso- ciation (OREA) is clarifying for REALTORS®, building managers, home buyers and sellers the current rules around in-person showings.“We have heard from some Realtors and home sellers that some condo managers are refusing to allow in-person showings during the COVID-19 pan- Picture: www.orea.com demic,” said Tim Hudak, OREA CEO. public health guidelines on social real estate professional services through virtual showings, confer- of Emergency is supported by the “There are thousands of fami- distancing and other safety mea- is a general ban on in-person ence calls and digital signings. Real Estate Council of Ontario lies who urgently need to buy or sures set out by provincial health open houses. “OREA has urged “However, for a buyer or seller (“RECO”) the delegated admin- sell homes during the COVID-19 authorities.” its Members to follow provin- in a dire financial circumstance istrative authority in the Province pandemic, including those that During the COVID-19 state of cial guidelines around physical who needs to buy or sell a home, for the regulation of real estate. have unfortunately lost their jobs. emergency, real estate profession- distancing and strongly recom- we are urging condominium RECO’s recommendation is “Real estate showings are an als are permitted to offer services mended that no face-to-face busi- managers to permit showings in “that brokers and salespeople fol- essential part of almost every to Ontarians to buy, sell or rent ness is conducted,” said Hudak. their buildings to continue to allow the direction of health offi- transaction. They are permitted property – including showings “We have recommended that low those properties to transact.” cials by limiting showings to situ- as long as real estate profession- of condominium properties. The Realtors work with their clients The ability of Realtors to do in- ations where they are absolutely als follow provincial and local only explicit restriction placed on to find technological alternatives person showings during the State necessary.” Investment In Indian Realty Reach $6B In 2019: CBRE New Delhi: Investments the key segments was led mostly commanding around 40 per cent man and CEO, India, South East it will continue to attract invest- into the Indian real estate sec- by foreign players who contribut- inflow of funds. It was followed Asia, Middle East and Africa, ments from global as well as do- tor surged 27 per cent in 2019 ed to the tune of 65 per cent, said by 11 per cent investment in ho- CBRE, said: “The healthy invest- mestic players.” to $6.06 billion, according to a the report. tels. The investment in development activity in the real estate The report said that Mumbai, CBRE report. In 2018, the sector According to the report, the ment sites and lands in 2019 saw sector is a testimony of its per- National Capital Region (NCR), had received a total investment of investment activities were domi- a 5 per cent increase as compared formance and resilience. With the Bengaluru and Hyderabad led around $4.76 billion. nated by office sector and devel- to 2018. industry becoming more organ- among the cities in terms of in- The investment activity in all opment sites or land, with each Anshuman Magazine, Chair- ised, transparent, and profitable, vestments. 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Lyall said the decision to re- Allowing for the reopening of sume site-grading and earthwork site preparation, excavation and is sensible, as operators are in servicing for residential develop- their respective machines and ments will ensure more fulsome thus practising physical distanc- construction activity can resume ing. Site-grading is an important across the province, which is nec- component to every construction essary to providing housing for site as infrastructure and servic- thousands of Ontarians. ing work lays the foundation for “We commend the govern- residential units and homes. ment for allowing additional “Health and safety has always construction activity to reopen,” been the industry’s top priority,” said Richard Lyall, President of said Andrew Pariser, Vice Presi- RESCON. dent of RESCON. “Our industry Picture: Paul Brennan_Pixabay. “Premier Doug Ford has con- led the early development and im- sistently and rightly noted that plementation of COVID-19 pro- rameters to ensure that construc- shifts, maintaining physical dis- are necessary to meet and exceed there are many people waiting for tocols for residential construction tion operations are maintained in tancing and other measures im- the COVID-19 guidelines set their homes to be finished. Given sites. We have also implemented a properly controlled work en- plemented through on-site joint by the government.” - GLOBE the seasonal nature of construc- additional health and safety pa- vironment, including staggering health and safety committees that NEWSWIRE) Construction Resumes; Raw Materials Pose Hurdles New Delhi: Real estate is wiped out completely,” Puri players say that few more days told IANS. and clarity would be required for He said that while many devel- smooth resumption of construc- opers have already been taking tion activities as allowed by the extra care of their workforce by Centre. providing them either full sala- Further, as relaxations come ries, food, medical help or sani- into effect from Monday, avail- tisation products, there is a need ability of raw material is a major on the part of the respective state hurdle faced by the developers. governments also to provide an Niranjan Hiranandani, Presi- extra comfortable environment dent of National Real Estate De- for them to continue work and not velopment Council (NAREDCO) return back to their native town. said that in some states, the ad- Hiranandani, who is also the ministration has come up with President of ASSOCHAM, said directives as regards the chain of that at sites where a significant offices from which the permis- number of labour are migrants, sions are to be received before and many of those have migrated resuming work and there are back to their villages, it will ob- additional norms, regulations Picture: EJ Yao on Unsplash viously, impact quantum of work and terms and conditions under that can be done. which work can restart post the bound to be few ambiguities and Amit Modi, Director, ABA of the construction activities, sev- “On sites where local labour is Covid-19 pandemic lockdown. teething issues. The very fact that Corp, said that without resump- eral market players said. supplemented by migrant labour, “In states where these aspects there is disparity in the list of ar- tion of the whole supply chain, As per Anarock’s estimates, reverse migration will result in are not clearly defined, there is a eas falling under red, orange or construction activity may come there were over 4.4 crore labour- slowing down of work,” he said. need to define the same as also green zones between the Central to a halt in some time. ers working in the construction Vikas Bhasin, the CMD of timelines need to be defined, and and state governments itself will “For the time being, while we sector before the lockdown of Saya Homes, said: “Little doubt, whether no intimation of denial lead to some confusion. are going ahead within the con- which out of which over 80 per the migration of stranded labour- would translate into a ‘deemed It may still take a few days for struction activities in the interest cent or around 3.52 crore are mi- ers to home towns will have a permission’, these are issues on all construction activities to re- of labour and the revival of the grant labourers. bearing.” which states which have not done sume business as usual, he added. economic cycle, we hope that the “Considering the situation over He also said that as some eco- so, need to provide clarity,” he Puri told IANS that developers supply chain also gets resurrected the last few weeks and presently nomic activities have already said. would need smooth supply of raw within the time frame of the next wherein there has been a large started even in red zones and Anuj Puri, Chairman, Anarock materials such as steel, cement, few weeks,” he said. exodus of migrants from urban the incentive to go back to home Property Consultants, said: “It is sand, bricks among others for Further, migration of workers areas, labour shortage could be town has reduced considerably. just the first day of further relax- construction activity to resume at to their native places also is an- an issue for the real estate sector As such, the impact will not be ations and as expected, there are their usual pace. other obstacle for the resumption in the near term or until Covid-19 very substantial, Bhasin added. What Is A Pre-Delivery Home Inspection? (NC) When you buy a new car, ventilation, plumbing and heat- things work and how to take the salesperson will show you ing systems. proper care of the elements in how all the gadgets work before If you spot any item that is your home, so if there’s some- they hand over the keys. It’s the damaged, incomplete, missing or thing you’re not sure about, don’t same with a new home. not operating properly, it should be shy to ask. Just before you take possession be noted on the builder’s PDI When the inspection is over, of new home, your builder is re- form so you have a record that you’ll be asked by your builder quired to meetDid with you you to seedo a these conditions existed prior to to sign the PDI form. Any issues thorough walkthrough – what’s your occupancy. you see and record on it should be knownin as athe pre-delivery paper... inspec- If something hasn’t been in- addressed by your builder as soon tion, or PDI. This is a very impor- stalled or completed, this should as possible. tant step in the new home buying be noted as well. While inside the And if you need help getting process, but not everyone under- home, look for things like chips items on your list completed, you stands it and why it matters. or cracks in tiles, scratches on can ask Tarion for assistance af- This is one of your first oppor- countertops or mirrors, damage ter you take ownership. 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Community Newspapers Your Local Social Network THE WEEKLY VOICE B-4 | Friday, May 8, 2020 www.WeeklyVoice.com voice entertainment Arjun To Raise Funds For Adah Animals Dispels The Monday BluesA dah Sharma took to Instagram on Monday to share a photo in a beautiful blue long dress which she jockingly calls a “fancy mop”! The actress wrote: Mumbai: Actor Arjun Ka- “Driving your Monday poor has come forward to support blues away with this the cause of looking after stray fancy blue mop ...chalo animals during lockdown, by sab log pocha karo (let’s hosting a charity sale of his per- get to sweeping the floor sonal closet. everyone).” Arjun’s fans can choose from It seems Adah Sharma sunglasses and caps to shoes and T-shirts, and the proceeds will is utilizing her lockdown fund food and water for hungry time doing some cleaning strays. work at home. Adah “I have been doing my best to recently shared a video support as many organisations I on Instagram, where she can in this crucial hour of need. can be seen posing with a Whilst we are battling with the “jhadu” (broom) while the pandemic, we must also not forget to be humane to the animals song “Jaadu teri nazar” that need our help. Since the from Shah Rukh Khan and lockdown began, there’s been a Juhi Chawla starrer “Darr” staggering increase in animals plays in the background. starving on streets because their “Tag someone who hasn’t usual sources of food -- like our done jhaadu today.... P.S. street stalls and restaurants -- Mera jawaab haan hai ! have closed,” Arjuns said. (Not like I’ve been given a Arjun’s fans can choose from sunglasses and caps to shoes and choice) . Now you do your T-shirts, and the proceeds will version with ur jhaadu and fund food and water for hungry tag me ??#jhaduwithadah,” strays.He added: “In my small the actress had captioned way, I am supporting the efforts her video. for World For All, which is providing food and water to stray animals during this lockdown. Maniesh Paul Reveals Tisca Chopra Missing The Outdoors Mumbai: Actress Tisca Cho- pra is missing going outdoors but His Fitness Mantra she says she is making the most of staying indoors. Tisca shared a stunning photograph on Instagram of herself in a monochrome monokini. In the image, the “Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji” actress can be seen laying on sand. “Lockdown diaries Day 29: ‘Missing the outdoors but making the most of the indoors .. Made some #dimsums last evening and judging by the reaction they were good. Tara loves whatever little I cook and that is encouraging me be more adventurous (head to tioned it: “#Backtoschool”. an official adaptation of an Israeli stories),” she wrote alongside the Recently, the actress dedi- series of the same name. It also image. cated her role of Dr Mira Anand stars Ronit Roy, Parvin Dabas, She also mentioned she would in the series “Hostages” to first Aashim Gulati and Mohan Ka- be chatting with a psychiatrist on responders and care givers amid poor. Amid lockdown, Mumbai: Actor-host Ma- said the host of “Sa Re Ga Ma Pa the photo-sharing website. the coronavirus outbreak in the Tisca is using her time to hone niesh Paul is making sure that his Li’l Champs”. Tisca then took to her Insta- country. her filmmaking skills. She has fitness is not affected during the “Come what may, me and my gram Stories, the actress is seen “Hostages”,a crime thriller, is been taking online classes on ongoing coronavirus lockdown. wife wanted to stay fit during looking into her iPad and she cap- directed by Sudhir Mishra. It is how to direct feature films. In this difficult phase, his fam- this quarantine phase. I brought ily is staying indoors, and Ma- dumbbells, benches and rods -- niesh has found a new way to everything home,” he added. Tiger Shroff Dances On ‘Ishq Wala Love’ burn some calories. He also shared that his wife is “While I am missing the shoot into functional training. Mumbai: Bollywood’s action dark blue jeans. Of The Year 2”, which marked of ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Li’l Champs’ “We are doing lot of planks, star Tiger Shroff shared a throw- “Ishq Wala Love” was pic- the debut of Tara Sutaria and as well as the young contestants, push-ups, ab crunches and so on back video of himself grooving to turised on actors Alia Bhatt, Va- Ananya Pandey in 2019. The film I understand the need to stay in- as well. In fact, every day for the romantic number “Ishq Wala run Dhawan and Sidharth Mal- was directed by Punit Malhotra. doors. I knew I’ll not be able to cardio, we are walking down Love”. hotra. The hit track was from Tiger, son of actor Jackie go to the gym when the lock- 10 floors and then we climb up Tiger took to his Instagram <a href="/tags/Karan_Johar/" rel="tag">Karan Johar</a>’s 2012 film “Student Shroff, was last seen on screen down was eminent, but I wanted again. We repeat this for 20 min- Stories, where he shared the Of The Year”. in “Baaghi 3” directed by Ahmed to work out every day and so, I utes in a day and make sure that dance video. In the clip, Tiger is Tiger featured in the sequel of Khan. The film is the third install- bought some gym equipment,” we cover everything,” he said. seen dressed in a black shirt and the film which was titled “Student ment of the “Baaghi” franchise. Neena Gupta Makes A Pertinent Point About Stigmatization Dehradun: Veteran actress cially related to their “f**ts” and liya. Aur toh kuch hai nahi karne been preparing special dishes for right. If you wan’t to take out the Neena Gupta believes in gender “burps”. ko hai, khaana peena. Aise mein their children and sometimes eat gas, what’s the big deal? Men do equality. And her recently Insta- “Aurton ko gas nahi hoti. Unko na, you f**t also. Hindi mein bo- extra food as well. In such a situ- it out in the open. Women try to gram video clearly proves it. badhazmi nahi hoti. Unko burps lun toh sabko bura lagega. ation, you f**t as well. Why can’t control it or go in a corner to do On Saturday, Neena took to nahi aate, hain na? “Toh, why can’t women f**t? women f**t?),” Neena asserted. it. Why? This is my question.” her Instagram and posted a video “Toh ajkal lockdown hai aur Why can’t they burp? Neena asked women out there Gupta did her Master’s Degree in which she is seen asking im- isme zyaada bhi khaana khaya (There is not much to do dur- to freely live their lives and do and M.Phil. in Sanskrit, and is an portant questions about the stig- jaata hai. Bachchon ke liye kuch ing lockdown. We end up eating whatever they want to do. alumnus of National School of mas attached to women -- espe- special banaya, woh bhi khaa a bit extra at times. Women have “We women also have this Drama, New Delhi. www.WeeklyVoice.com Bollywood Friday, May 8, 2020 | B-5 Gracy Singh: Enchanting Dance On Beach Nora Fatehi Turns Mumbai: On the occa- by itself. The hand move- Chef For Iftaar sion of International Dance ments are nothing but a form Mumbai: Iftaar has triggered Day last Wednesday, actress of yoga mudras and I practise the culinary skills in Nora Fatehi Gracy Singh reminisced the it regularly. Dance is a way amid the lockdown. Nora took to time when she hit the beach of expression, but it also has Instagram Stories, to share her for dance. healing properties. It calms dishes for iftaar. The trained Bharatnatyam you if you feel stressed. Also, In one video, Nora prepares dancer has been a performer this can be practised even pumpkin soup. She captioned: since childhood and enjoys when you are home confined “Making pumpkin soup today.” dance as an art form the most. so please adhere to the lock- In another video, she said: “So This International Dance down norms.” today, I am making a pumpkin Day, the actress reminisced These days, Gracy has been potato carrot soup for Iftaar.” her beach practise session. practising dance through She also prepared beghrir, a She said: “Some memories video calls with her chorog- Moroccan dish. “There is no If- of life touch us like waves. rapher and a lot of it is self- taar without beghrir,” she said. Dancing on the beach was choreography too. Nora will next be seen in the Ajay Devgn-starrer “Bhuj: The one of the most enchanting Before the lockdown, Gra- Pride Of India.” Nora has estab- and magical experiences for waves became the music and serene.” cy took out time from her lished herself as one of the best me. I was quite delighted to the soft sand felt like a cush- Sharing some benefits of shoot for &TV’s “Santoshi ion to my feet. It is then when the famous art form, Gracy dancers in Bollywood, with hits having mastered the art of Maa Sunaye Vrat Kathayein” such as “Manohari” (“Baahu- I realised that dancing in a said: “Indian classical dance balancing different postures. and scheduled weekly re- bali: The Beginning”), “Dilbar” natural set-up is so pure and is a very good fitness exercise The rhythm of the ocean hearsals with her troupe. (“Satyamev Jayate”) etc. Kajol Is Great Admirer Of Multiplex Body Urges B’Wood SRK’s ‘Wonderful Energy’ Not To Release Films On Ott Mumbai: The Multiplex Association urge all studios, producers, artistes and of India (MAI) has made an appeal to ar- other content creators, to kindly respect tistes, producers and content creators urg- the exclusive theatrical window, which ing them to release feature films on the big has been a time-tested industry practice, screen once theatres get permission to re- agreed to by all stake-holders, not just in open, instead of directly releasing on OTT. India, but even globally, for several de- “The global coronavirus pandemic has cades,” the statement added. seen the cinema sector suffer massive fi- “When this crisis passes, the combina- nancial losses, with thousands of screens tion of the pent-up demand and the promise countrywide forced to close down, and of new movies, we are sure, would boost many employees, not just of cinemas, but film business and contribute massively in even their supply chains and other stake- reviving our Industry. The collective, so- holders, facing personal hardship. The cial experience of watching films on the situation is truly unprecedented and unpar- big screen needs to be preserved and it can alleled,” a statement by MAI said. be done so only with the collective support “It is crucial that the entire industry of all stakeholders.” unites in rallying against the existential Release of several films have been post- MumbaI: Actress Kajol is a great in several movies like “Baazigar”, “Kuch threat to our collective well-being, and that poned owing to the lockdown, and these admirer of superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s Kuch Hota Hai”, “Kabhi Khushi Kabhie we tackle the crisis unitedly for the sake of include biggies like “83”, “Sooryanvan- “wonderful energy”. Gham” and “My Name is Khan”. our audiences as well as our supply chains shi”, and “Coolie No. 1”. OTT platforms On Sunday, Kajol conducted an #Ask- Another user shared a still of the two ac- and other stakeholders. MAI would like to have reportedly been eyeing-ticket Bolly- Kajol session on Twitter, answering a lot tors from their movie “Kuch Kuch Hota urge all studio partners, producers, artistes wood and South films. Reports claim that of fans’ queries. When a Twitter user asked Hai”. Reacting to it, Kajol wrote: “Memo- and content creators to support the cinema several OTT platforms have approached her about one thing she likes the most in ries and Friends. Two words.” exhibition sector, a vital part of the value Bollywood as well as South filmmakers SRK, Kajol said: “His amazing energy.” On the film front, Kajol will be next seen chain, by holding and releasing their films with huge sums of money exclusive OTT Kajol and SRK have worked together in Netflix’s “Tribhanga”. in the theatres, once they open again. We release of their films.Now Guru Lukshmi wouldOperating like to convey to all our customers to please stay Winterhome and Hours avoid unnecessary trips outside. 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Yet, all the technical gloss get overshadowed by inept story- Some films are bad right from telling. the first shot and, much against It doesn’t help that almost all your sincerest hopes, things don’t actors are essaying half-baked get better. Shirish Kunder made roles. Jacqueline looks like she is one such utterly unbearable film a either clueless about what she’s few years ago, with “Joker”. He’s supposed to do with her title role, done it again with his new feature or simply too wooden to come up for Netflix. with the right expressions. “Mrs Serial Killer” aims to be a Newcomer Zayn Marie gets to psycho thriller, and Kunder prob- impress with an action sequence, ably thought of making it because but then spends the rest of her the only film of worth he’s ever Pic: Screen grab from official Netflix Trailer of ‘Mrs. Serial Killer’ footage as a captive tied to a bed. made so far was “Kriti”, a short Manoj Bajpayee clearly signed film that belonged to that genre prowl. Bodies of half a dozen That’s when Joy’s lawyer (Dar- (Zayn Marie) is just what the nar- the film for the last half hour or and garnered much applaud. young pregnant girls have been shan Jariwala) comes up with rative ordered. so, which is when he doesn’t let In “Mrs Serial Killer”, he also found -- each of them aborted a bizarre plan. Sona must kill a It is clear where Kunder was his fans down. Most of the others brings back Manoj Bajpayee, and dismembered. Evidence young pregnant girl in the same coming from. He has obviously go through the motions of their who starred in “Kriti”. It’s an ab- points at Mrityunjoy, or Joy, and way while Joy is still in jail, so been inspired by too many Far roles mechanically. solutely wasted casting exercise who should be probing the case that cops believe his innocence. East thrillers -- those grizzly From “Ghost Stories” to as the minutes pass, because not but Inspector Imran Shahid (Mo- If that brainwave sounds gems that have redefined the psy- “Drive” to “Mrs Serial Killer”, even brilliant Bajpayee can save hit Raina), ex-boyfriend of Joy’s wacky, there’s more in store. For cho movie over the years. While Netflix’s filmmaking graph in In- this incoherent mess. wife Sona (Jacqueline Fernan- her own sake and the script’s the gore factor is substantially dia is only going embarrassingly Bajpayee is Mrityunjoy dez). runtime, Sona doesn’t even have lower in “Mrs Serial Killer” than southwards. The OTT platform Mukherjee, a successful gynae- Sona decides Shahid is victim- to hunt around for her victim. what Korean and Japanese psy- needs to reorganise strategy be- cologist. A serial killer is on the izing Joy because he is jealous. Neighbourhood girl Anushka cho flicks normally hawk, you fore they are rendered irrelevant. Neil’s Daughter Nurvi Grooves Siddhant Shares Tip On Making Tea Mumbai: Actor Siddhant Chaturvedi, seen in Yash Raj Films’ “Bunty Aur Babli who became popular playing MC Sher in 2” and Karan Johar’ untitled film. To ‘Johnny Gaddaar’ Song “Gully Boy”, has shared what his mother In JOhar’s film directed by Shakun told him when it comes to brewing a cup Batra, Siddhant teams up with Deepika of tea. Padukone and Ananya Panday. Siddhant took to instagram, where he The YRF production “Bunty Aur Babli shared a photograph that shows him pre- 2” casts him opposite debutant Mumbai paring tea. In the photograph, it is writ- girl Sharvari. The film is directed by Va- ten: “Beta, chai peen ka shauk rakhte ho... run Sharma. Toh bartan dhone ka Khayaal saath lekar “Bunty Aur Bubli 2” also features Saif chalo.” (If you like to have tea, then keep Ali Khan and Rani Mukerji in important in mind about the dishes.) roles. It is a sequel to the 2005 hit “Bun- He captioned the image: “Maa ne kaha ty Aur Babli”, which starred Amitabh tha beta... (Mother said son...)” Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan and Rani On the acting front, Siddhant will be Mukerji in lead roles. Ileana D’Cruz Is Now Her Own Hairstylist Mumbai: With the lockdown jeop- ardising life, actress Ileana D’Cruz chose to cut her own hair amid the lockdown. She took to Instagram Story and shared a photograph of herself where she can be Mumbai: In a new video posted by Raghavan also stars Dharmendra, Zakir seen flaunting her newly-cropped tresses. Neil Nitin Mukesh, the Bollywood actor’s Hussain, Rimi Sen, Vinay Pathak, Govind “So I cut my hair,” Ileana wrote. toddler daughter Nurvi can be seen enjoy- Namdeo, Dayanand Shetty and Ashwini In another picture, the actress can be ing a track from her father’s 2007 release, Kalsekar. seen smiling at the camera. “Johnny Gaddaar”. Neil married Rukmini Sahay in 2017. “Not too bad considering the last time I Neil took to Instagram stories to share a The two welcomed their daughter Nurvi in did something I like this was when I was video of his two-year-old daughter dancing 2018. about 7 and on my dolls. #quarantinelife.” to the song “Move Your Body” from the The actor, who is the grandson of leg- Recently, Ileana declared that she does film, which marked his debut in a starring endary singer Mukesh and son of veteran not sit like a lady, along with a snapshot role. Neil captioned the clip: “Like father singer Nitin Mukesh, is worked in films where she is seen sitting in a car. She sits like daughter”. like “Johnny Gaddaar”, “New York”, “Da- in a relaxed manner with her tongue wag- “Johnny Gaddaar” directed by Sriram vid”, “Wazir” and “7 Khoon Maaf”. ging out. “Them: sit like a lady. Me: (funny emo- ji),” Ileana captioned. On the work front, Ileana will next be seen alongside Abhishek Bachchan in Ajay Devgn’s production “The Big Bull”, a film reportedly based on India’s biggest securities scam of 1992. “The Big Bull” is slated to hit theatres on October 23. Shubhangi As Kathak TeacherMumbai: “Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain!” of art never ends but grows with sharing actress Shubhangi Atre is now giving more and more..I’m here to share and im- Kathak classes online. prove myself and enjoy my lockdown pe- “I have noticed that during the lock- riod,” she added. down period, many people are showing She has been getting many requests interest in learning the dance form. I’m from people who are willing to learn available for whoever wants to learn it on- Kathak. “April 29 wass celebrated as In- line,” said Shubhangi. ternational Dance Day, so I started my “As they say this beautiful knowledge classes on social media that day.” www.WeeklyVoice.com Bollywood Friday, May 8, 2020 | B-7 Vikram Chauhan Says He Is Rakul Preet Shares Video Like His Character ‘<a href="/tags/Baarish_(web_series)/" rel="tag">Baarish</a>’ Mumbai: Actor Vikram Of Childhood Memories Chauhan says his character in the second season of the web series Mumbai: Actress Rakul Preet “Baarish” is quite similar to his Singh has relived her childhood own personality. In the show he days in a new post she shared on plays Aniket Karmakar, brother social media. of the female protagonist. Rakul took to Instagram and “I picked Aniket’s nuances shared a video where she plays from season one and tried to find games like “dog and the bone”, myself in Aniket than looking for “Kabbadi” and “chidiya ud” with a new Aniket. I figured out An- her brother Aman Preet . iket is impulsive, he is not very “When time takes you back to articulate in explaining his issues. your childhood #quarantinediar- Similarly, I also get stuck when ies,” the actress captioned the I need to explain myself. Aniket video.On the acting front, Rakul has matured and become wiser tures Sharman Joshi, <a href="/tags/Asha_Negi/" rel="tag">Asha Negi</a>, will soon be seen in a cross- than season one and I think I have Priya Banerjee, Manit Joura, border romantic-comedy with too. So, I tried to find Aniket in Anuj Singh Duhan, Sahil Shroff, actor Arjun Kapoor. The film is me again...” Shubhangi Latkar, Muni Jha, directed by debutant Kaashvie ing film “Indian 2”, which also jya”. It also stars Shobita Rana, The actor is known for appear- Sheetal Tiwari, Poulomi Das, and Nair and produced by Bhushan stars Kajal Aggarwal and Vidyut Salman Sheikh, Shashwat Pratik, ing in shows like “Ek Hasina Abhishek Verma. Kumar, Nikkhil Advani and John Jammwal. Rajesh Sharma, Govind Namdev, Thi”, “Jaana Na Dil Se Door” and The new season will be stream- Abraham. Her brother Aman Preet Singh Manoj Bakshi, Sandeep Bhojak, “Ek Deewaana Tha”. ing on the OTT platform ALT Ba- Rakul will also be seen in Ka- is all set to make his Bollywood Mukhtar Dekhani and Mushtaq “Baarish Season 2” also fea- laji and ZEE5. mal Haasan’s ambitious upcom- debut with the film “Ram Ra- Khan. Haircut, Anyone? Aamir, Kiran Dress Up For Zayn’s Debut Film, Ira Posts Picture Mumbai: Superstar Aamir Khan, his wife Kiran Rao and daughter Ira Khan were all dressed up for a virtual premiere of the digital film, “Mrs Serial Killer”, which marks the debut of the actor’s niece Zayn Marie. Zayn is the daughter of Aamir’s cousin Mansoor Khan, who directed “Qayamat Se Qayamt Tak”, “Josh” and “Akele Hum Akele Tum”, before quitting Bol- lywood. Ira took to Instagram where she shared a string of photographs of the virtual premiere. “And it begins! @zaynmarie I love you to bits and I’m so proud of you and happy for you. Quar- daughter chose a yellow cotton tions on the beginning of your antine or not, WW3 or not, bad saree paired with a red blouse. career in the film industry,” she week or great year, we’ll always “Fan girlling you at the poster captioned. be there to go through it with and embarrassing on the red car- “Mrs Serial Killer” released on you. Through the great and the pet. I’m sorry we weren’t physi- May 1. The digital film stars Jac- terrible!” Ira wrote in the caption. cally with you. But I’m sure you queline Fernandez. It is produced The photograph featured Aamir could hear the hooting and cheer- by Farah Khan and directed by looking dapper in a suit, while his Mumbai: Saif Ali Khan has Khan felt “Taimur has the cut- ing in Panchgani! Congratula- her husband Shirish Kunder. turned hairstylist for son Taimur est pout”! While comments like during the lockdown! “sweet”, “cute” and “cutie” On Saturday, Kareena Kapoor flooded the post, Saif’s fans also Khan shared a picture on Ins- enjoyed watching him in his new tagram where Saif can be seen avatar! A fan wrote: “Stay home, trying to trim Taimur’s hair with stay Saif” a pair of scissors while the little Another fan quipped: “He is Did you see boy cooperates patiently. From the Saifest Barber.” his expression it seems Taimur A lot of B-Towners and telly in the paper... does not really mind getting a stars have been trying to get ac- haircut from dad. quainted with scissors and trim- “Haircut anyone?” captioned mers for their spouses, kids and Kareena Kapoor on her post. other family members amid the While Karisma Kapoor shared lockdown. red heart emojis showering love Meanwhile, actress Ileana on her cute nephew in the com- D’Cruz took to Instagram to ments section, actress Zareen flaunt her self-cropped tresses! Coronavirus Mystery Movie Now In Planning Stage that the Rebel-O’s are playing at the Queens this I love weekend? that band!Mumbai: Filmmaker Praty- going to be my second project. ush Upadhyay has announced his I have produced and directed a next feature will be based on the web-series named ‘Secret Santa’, coronavirus pandemic, and will which is in post-production right unravel the mysteries behind the now and will release soon,” said dreaded disease. Upadhyay. The director and his Upadhyay’s yet-to-be-titled creative team have started pre- film will feature Nikita Rawal in production on the project while Community Newspapers the lead role while other details the script is being developed. about the project will be con- Nikita Rawal plays a news re- firmed shortly. The filmmaker porter in the film. “When I was Your Local Social Network suggests there are secrets about approached for this film, I was the pandemic that have been kept quite excited because this is an in- hidden from the public, which triguing and challenging subject. will form the theme of her film. As an artist I have never played a “When I came up with the con- journalist before...,” she said. THE WEEKLY VOICE cept and the treatment of this film, The whole pre-production team I was confident that this subject of this project is working from has to reach the audience as soon home and they are connected as possible. As a director this is through video conferencing. B-8 | Friday, May 8, 2020 zaika www.WeeklyVoice.com Break Your Ramadan Fast With A Wholesome MealPaneer Tofu Satey - An Easy, Healthy DishChana Dal Kheema. Pic: Chef Harpal Singh Sokhi Indian Cooking Expert, Chef mint leaves, coriander leaves, Green chillies chopped 2 Harpal Singh Sokhi shares some green chillies, lemon juice and Turmeric powder ½ Tsp. traditional Indian favourites for water and blend to a fine paste. Red chilli powder 1½ Tsp. Iftaar. Chef Sokhi is part of the Keep it aside. Coriander powder 1 Tbsp. expert team at Tata Sky which When onions are brown add Cumin powder ½ Tsp. is available for free during the ginger garlic paste, green chilli Garam masala 1 Tsp. lockdown to encourage people to paste and saut½ for 2 min. Ginger and garlic paste 2 Tsp. remain fruitfully engaged, learn Add chopped tomato, salt and Curd 1 Cup and do something new in the saute for 2 min. Ghee 2-3 Tbsp. safety of their homes. Add garam masala, red chilli Mint leaves ½ Cup Chutney wala powder, and turmeric powder Lemon juice 1 Kheema Anda mix well. Salt To taste Ingredients: Add kheema, mix well and Fresh coriander leaves For gar- Oil 1 Tbsp cook for 8-10 min. nish Butter 2 Tbsp Add green chutney and eggs. Method: Onions Chopped 2 Leave the eggs as it is and cook Heat oil in non-stick pan. Add Ginger Garlic Paste 1 Tbsp for 4-5 min. cloves, black pepper and tejpatta Green chilli paste 1 Tbsp Mix all together well and cook saut½ till you get a fragrance. Tomato Chopped 1 for 3-4 min. Add chopped chilies, chop onion Salt To taste Remove in serving plates. saut½ till 3-4min. Garam Masala 2 Tsp Garnish with mint leaves sprig Add soaked chana dal saut½ it Red Chilli Powder 1 Tsp and lemon slice. well. Turmeric Powder ½ Tsp Serve hot. Add red chili powder, turmeric Lamb Mince 250 Gms powder, coriander powder,cumin Eggs 4 Chef ki Chefgiri: Mutton/Goat powder, garam masala and salt. Mint sprig For garnish Meat is leanest among all red Add water and ginger garlic Lemon slice For garnish meat available to us. paste, mix it well. Cover with lid For Chutney: Chana Dal Kheema and cook for 15-20min. Mint leaves 1 Cup Ingredients: Take out the lid add chicken Coriander leaves 1½ Cup Split bengal gram(chana dal), kheema mix well. Add curd, ga- Recipe by- Ashish Joshi, Ex- hour. Green chillies 3-4 soaked 1 Cup ram masala, ghee, mint leaves, ecutive Chef at Jaypee Siddharth Put the marinated fingers on Lemon juice 1 Chicken mince (keema) 500 lemon juice saut½ for a while. individual stay stick or a long Water As required Gms Cover the pan and cook chi. for Ingredients toothpick. Method: Oil For cooking 10-15min. Paneer / Tofu: 200gms Cook on a grill and baste with Heat oil and butter in kadai Onion chop (medium) Remove cover mix it well, Thai Red Curry Paste: 2tbsp oil. When cooked remove from add onion and saut½ till onion Cloves 4-5 Take out chana dal chicken in Coconut Milk: 6tbs grill and serve hot on a sizzling browns. Black pepper whole 4-5 serving bowl garnish with corian- Fresh Red chilli: 2 plate along with peanut sauce. Meanwhile In a blender add Tej patta 3-4 der leaves and serve. Oil: 30ml Peanut sauce Lemon Grass : 1 Ingredients Lemon Leaf: 2 ½ Coconut milk: 1cup Glangal: 1 small ½ Peanut : 1/4cup Almond and Makhana Kheer Coriander: 5gms ½ Red curry paste: 1tbs Lemon: 1 ½ Lemon leaf: 02-03 Celebrity chef Manish Meh- Ghee 2 tbsp well. Salt: To taste ½ Coriander: 5gms rotra has this recipe for festive Method Add the whole makhana to the Method ½ Galangal: 2gms days.. Heat ghee in a heavy bottomed milk. Add the almond slivers to Mix all the ingredients together ½ Fresh red chilli: 2-03nos Ingredients pan, roast makhanas and almond the mixture. in a bowl except the paneer / tofu. ½ Salt: To taste Full cream milk 2 cups slivers till they are golden. Keep cooking the mixture till Cut the paneer / tofu inti ½ inch Method Sugar 4 tbsp Heat milk and saffron strands the makhanas soften and milk thick finger shape. Blend the above ingredients Saffron strands a pinch in a heavy bottomed pan and thickens a bit. Now put the ready mixture of together till smooth. Heat the pan Green cardamom powder 1/2 bring it to a boil. Keep stirring Serve the kheer hot or chilled. step 1 over the paneer / tofu fin- and put oil add the above paste tsp the milk, so that it does not stick Top it with roasted almond sliv- gers and mix well. check for sea- into it and reduce it till it is a thick Almond slivers 1/2 cup to the bottom. ers and chopped roasted makha- soning and let it marinate for 1 coating consistency. Makhana (fox nuts) 1 cup Add sugar to the milk and mix na. www.WeeklyVoice.com Friday, May 8, 2020 | B-9 voice automobile Subaru Named Best Overall Brand And Most Trusted BrandThe Subaru Forester 2020MISISSAUGA: Subaru Can- ada, Inc. (SCI) today announced it has been honoured in three major categories of the 2020 Kelley Blue Book Brand Image Awards, including Best Overall Brand, Most Trusted Brand and Best Performance Brand. With this year’s acknowledgement, Subaru has now won Most Trusted Brand for six consecutive years, in addition to three Best Overall Brand awards and four total Best Perfor- mance Brand awards. As recipient of the Best Over- all Brand award, Subaru achieved the highest average score across all ratings of non-luxury models, in addition to its Most Trusted Brand and Best Perfor- The Subaru Impreza 2020 mance Brand titles. Kelley Blue Book shoppers selected Subaru ity on the road; it comes with a Image Awards recognize auto- and model perception tracking new-car shoppers. based on the automaker’s reputa- lifetime of dedication from our makers’ impressive achievements study, which taps into more than About Subaru Canada, Inc: tion for delivering safe, spacious, Subaru family to yours,” said Ya- in creating and maintaining brand 12,000 in-market new-vehicle Subaru Canada, Inc. is a wholly fuel-efficient vehicles that sat- sushi Enami, chairman, president attributes that capture the enthu- shoppers in the U.S. annually on owned subsidiary of Subaru Cor- isfy the needs of both everyday and CEO of Subaru Canada, Inc. siasm of the new vehicle buy- KBB.com. The highly compre- poration of Japan. Headquartered consumers and those seeking in- “This award recognizes the val- ing public. Winners are chosen hensive study offers insight into in Mississauga, Ont., the compa- creased utility and performance ues of trust, loyalty and inspir- based on consumer automotive how shoppers perceive important ny markets and distributes Suba- at the right price point. ing performance that our brand perception data from Kelley Blue factors driving their purchase de- ru vehicles, parts and accessories “Subaru ownership guarantees stands for.” Book’s Brand Watch study. cisions and captures brand/model through a network of 94 dealers more than safety and reliabil- The Kelley Blue Book Brand Brand Watch is an online brand familiarity and loyalty among across Canada. - CNW B-10 | Friday, May 8, 2020 auto www.WeeklyVoice.com B mw Motorsport Simulator Accelerates Development For Drivers & Engineers Munich. Perfect preparation has a major influence on teams’ chances of success in highly professional race series such as the ABB FIA Formula E Champion- ship or the DTM. For BMW Mo- torsport, the modern simulator in Munich (GER) plays a key role. It not only helps the drivers get to know a new track or to fine tune the racing line. The sim also enables precise optimisations to the car set-up and supports the development of new race cars. The BMW Motorsport engineers work closely together with their colleagues from BMW production pre-development in this area. The BMW works drivers and engineers lay the foundation for success in races way before head- ing to the racetrack – namely in a simple hall at BMW Motorsport on Anton-Ditt-Bogen in Munich. This is the home of the BMW Motorsport simulator, one of the most important tools for the best- possible race preparation. ’Experiencing’ new tracks or This file photo shows the unique landscape along the Routeburn Track in Glenorchy, New Zealand. drivers making their first acquain- (AP Photo/Carey J. Williams, File) tance with the BMW M4 DTM or BMW iFE.20 are as much a part la E Championship in 2019 and of day-to-day business as devis- 2020, this also includes new driving the perfect chassis tuning and ers ahead of their rookie tests. energy management. Klaus Fröhlich, Member of the “The BMW Motorsport sim- Board of Management of BMW ulator is a very important and AG, Development, has also tak- useful tool for us in training the en to the virtual test track in the drivers, preparing our race ap- BMW Motorsport simulator. pearances in terms of car set-up Maximum precision, maxi- and energy management, and last mum efficiency.The high-level but not least, also in car devel- precision makes it possible to opment,” said Rudolf Dittrich, make even the smallest changes General Manager BMW Mo- to the chassis tuning noticeable in torsport Vehicle Development. the cockpit. “The unique configuration of the This means that various chas- hardware, continuous detailing of sis options can be tested before the software and modelling, the setting off for the racetrack. In very close correlation with real addition, in Formula E it is pos- data and the high computer per- sible to enter data in the vehicle formance make even the smallest control unit for optimum energy changes in vehicle set-up or the management at an early stage. In development of new cars notice- vehicle development, the great at- able and comparable. tention to detail allows compara- “The compatibility with other tive analyses on different circuits BMW Group simulators brings without great financial expense, about many synergies and a con- the results of which would be tinuous transfer of technology very difficult to realise at the real and knowledge between motor- racetrack. sport and production develop- Last but not least, the simu- ment.” calculations are possible every Group, which, for example, are ues Anderstorp (SWE) and Mon- laor allows engineers as well as Globally unique simulator second. Three projectors display involved in the development of za (ITA). Also available are all the driver to prepare for a race configuration the racetrack for drivers in the autonomous driving. the tracks from the 2018/19 and appearance. Up to 15 engineers At the core of the BMW Mo- simulator. Great value is placed Currently, the BMW Motors- 2019/20 seasons of the ABB FIA are connected directly via an in- torsport simulator is a detailed on a high quality of immersion port simulator can visualise the Formula E Championship, and tercom and data server during a car model. Its basis is identical into the virtual world. If the im- BMW M4 DTM and the BMW the BMW test site in Miramas simulator session. This enables for all BMW simulators in devel- mersion is not good enough, driv- iFE.20. It is possible to switch (FRA) modelled in collabora- reactions and processes in ex- opment. ing in the simulator can trigger between these two cars within the tion with production colleagues. traordinary situations to be prac- The feedback relevant to the headaches and nausea similar to space of an hour. Changes to existing tracks or tised, for example. driver is determined from the motion sickness. The following track configura- the implementation of new ven- BMW Motorsport is develop- model for a globally unique con- This has not been the case for tions are available: Nürburgring ues can be realised in less than a ing the simulator continuously in figuration with linear actuators racing drivers to date. The neces- (GER) including the Nordschle- week, as required. parallel to ongoing use, in addi- and a turntable, and transmitted sary foundations in this area are ife, Hockenheimring (GER), A total of 19 racing drivers tion to the hardware, primarily in with high precision and minimum undergoing scientific research in Norisring (GER), Lausitzring have already taken the wheel the areas of software and mod- delay. For this, the system relies several research projects in paral- (GER), Assen (NED), Jerez de of the simulator; in addition to elling. Experience from other on processing power of 100 tera- lel. The findings are also available la Frontera (ESP), Brands Hatch BMW works drivers from the BMW Group simulators is also flops. This means that 100 billion to other areas within the BMW (GBR) and the future DTM ven- DTM and the ABB FIA Formu- incorporated.For Car News, Reviews, Test Drives And Great Deals voice automobile www.WeeklyVoice.com auto Friday, May 8, 2020 | B-11 Kia Soul EV Named ‘World Urban Car’ And Kia Telluride Crowned ‘World Car Of Year’The Kia Soul EV - World Urban Car The Kia Telluride - World Car Of The Year SEOUL: Kia Motors Corpo- SUV has already been crowned Car of the Year judging panel,” that drivers love.” The compact Kia Soul EV fea- ration has won big at the 2020 North American Utility Vehicle said Thomas Schemera, Execu- Available across North Amer- tures a powerful battery-electric World Car Awards with the Tel- of the Year and MotorTrend SUV tive Vice President and Head of ica and in many of Kia’s global powertrain with a choice of 64 or luride named ‘World Car of the of the Year, among others. Product Division at Kia Motors markets, the Kia Telluride merges 39.2 kWh battery packs. Able to Year’ and the Soul EV ‘World The fully-electric Soul EV was Corporation. “This is one of the a strong exterior design presence travel up to 452 km on a single Urban Car’. named the ideal car for the city by hardest-fought competitions in with a spacious, practical and charge the Soul EV offers greater The Kia Telluride was reward- the jury, combining zero-emis- the global automotive industry, high-quality cabin which can seat all-electric range than more ex- ed by the judging panel for its sion performance and impressive proving that the Telluride and up to eight passengers. pensive EV vehicles both in the distinctive design and impressive electric range with a compact Soul EV are both truly outstand- Equipped with an array of ad- urban environment and beyond practicality. The World Car of the body, bold design, and high lev- ing vehicles. These accolades are vanced technologies, all-wheel city limits. A series of advanced Year title represents another ac- els of practicality. testament to the talents and ef- drive, and driver-assistance sys- range-increasing technologies, colade for a vehicle that has gar- “Everyone at Kia is truly forts of a worldwide team, who tems, the Telluride is ideal for including regenerative braking, nered more than 70 awards since honored to receive not just one, all strive to create desirable, family adventures on and off the ensures drivers can maximize the its introduction in 2019. The but two awards from the World high-quality and practical cars beaten track. distance on a single charge. Inmotive Raises $7.5M In Drive For EV Vehicles TORONTO: Inmotive is one conversion, was led by existing goals of producing Ingear units cost reduction by downsizing bat- cost and weight, while providing step closer to helping electric investor Up Capital Ltd. ready for external testing and teries and other components. The continuous torque during smooth vehicles become lighter and less “COVID-19 has made it very engaging with electric vehicle Ingear will accelerate the adop- shifts. Its highly reliable design expensive while also improving challenging for cleantech compa- manufacturers globally.” tion of EVs globally because it also increases torque, accelera- their range and performance. nies to raise capital, so the timing The adoption rate of EVs has reduces both capital and operat- tion, gradeability and top-speed. The Toronto-based maker of this investment demonstrates been hampered by range anxi- ing costs of EV ownership. Headquartered in Toronto, of the patent-protected Ingear high confidence in our team, ety, performance issues and high ABOUT INMOTIVE Canada, with a second engineer- 2-speed transmission for electric technology and strategy,” said cost. Inmotive addresses these Inmotive is the Canadian- ing centre in Bengaluru, India, vehicles (EVs) has announced it Inmotive founder and CEO Paul problems with its 2-speed Ingear based inventor of the Ingear. This Inmotive brings together inno- has closed a $7.5-million Series Bottero. transmission, which provides ultra-efficient transmission sys- vation and automotive expertise A round of funding. The round, “With this infusion of funds, double-digit performance im- tem extends EV range by 10% resulting in 17 patents issued and a combination of equity and debt Inmotive can achieve its 2020 provements while allowing for (WLTP) at very low additional over 14 patents pending. - CNW Cummins Increases Investment in Loop Energy & Fuel Cells VANCOUVER: Loop Energy, sions. “We are pleased to partner a leading provider of fuel cell with Loop Energy and further electric range extenders for me- support its efforts to develop a dium and heavy-duty transport zero-emission fuel cell range- applications, announced today extended powertrain,” said Thad that the Company has received an Ewald, Vice President of Strategy additional cash investment from and New Power, Cummins. Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI). “Cummins is committed to in- The further investment was made vesting in an energy diverse fu- following Loop’s successful ture, including fuel cell electrifi- completion of milestone require- cation, to offer our customers the ments established at the time of power of choice. Cummins initial investment in This is our latest investment in September 2019. clean, high-performing products “Loop Energy is focused on be- with differentiated technologies coming the industry leader in fuel that will help us deliver value to cell powered truck and bus en- customers in key markets.”The gine systems, and this additional Company has also announce that strategic investment significantly Wayne Eckerle, Cummins Vice enhances our ability to execute President of Global Research and on this plan,” said Ben Nyland, Technology, has been appointed President and Chief Executive to Loop Energy’s Board of Direc- Officer of Loop Energy. “Cum- tors. mins subsequent investment Loop Energy is further validation of Loop’s Loop Energy provides zero- game-changing fuel cell technol- emission power systems for ogy, commercialization momen- heavy-duty transportation appli- tum, and the growing recognition cations. Loop works with leading of the role hydrogen fuel cells vehicle manufacturers to design will play in commercial transport and deliver carbon-free motive applications.” solutions using both electric and Funds from the strategic fi- hydrogen fuel cell technologies. nancing will be used to further Loop powertrains deliver supe- accelerate the company’s product rior performance to conventional development activities, project diesel engines at a competitive deployments, and growth plans cost of ownership, without sub- as the Company expands its tech- sidies. nical leadership in medium and Cummins Inc. heavy-duty hydrogen fuel cell Cummins Inc. is a corporation bus and trucking applications. of complementary business seg- The role of commercial freight ments that design, manufacture, transport in a clean and sustain- distribute and service a broad able energy future is driving in- portfolio of power solutions. dustry leaders to invest in a range Products range from diesel, natu- of power solutions including fuel ral gas, electric and hybrid pow- cell technologies due to their ertrains and powertrain-related long range, responsive power components including filtration, and quick refueling capabilities. aftertreatment, turbochargers, Loop’s fuel cell range-extended fuel systems, controls systems, power solutions provide industry- air handling systems, automated leading power density and cost transmissions, power generation advantages, ensuring no impact systems, batteries, electrified to a trucking operator’s cost-of power systems, hydrogen genera- ownership, but with zero emis- tion and fuel cell products.- CNW B-12 | Friday, May 8, 2020 www.WeeklyVoice.com The Voice News Network serves the Canadian community by providing information on current topics through social media.For all the latest News, Politics, Entertainment, Sports & Business, keep watching our Channel - VNN Canada. 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