• Local Business Updates

    Fully updated as of Tuesday, March 20th 5:30pm. Majority of businesses were updated on April 8th (this page is updated regularly)*

  • The Georgina Chamber of Commerce has been collecting information to share with the community regarding adjustments our members are making during the coming weeks.  This list will be continually updated.  Chamber members not listed can add their updates through the link at the bottom of this page.  

     

  • 24/7 NRG Fitness

    The time has come for us to do more.  The call for social distancing is stronger based on information provided on March 20th.  While I believe the healthiest people ARE at the gym, we cannot take chances with the health of our community.  Effective immediately until 7am April 1st, 2020, we will be closed.  All memberships have been suspended. We will be sharing demos and workouts that you can do at home and renting equipment to members who are interest. Email for details. It is important to keep moving for physical and mental health.  Thank-you all for understanding and doing your part.  Be well.

     

    AB Plus K Bookkeeping Service

    Working 100% virtual, no onsite calls. Meetings being held via Zoom. 

     

    Affinity Bookkeeping Solutions, Inc.

    Operating virtually. We offer a drop box for your paperwork and electronic signing of tax filing documents required by CRA. Files can also be emailed

     

    All About The Horse

    No changes to the equine massage therapy services.

     

    All Reasons Party Rentals

    Storefront closed. No deposits being taken at this time for future events but customers can call 24/7 if they need any rentals. (905)722-4077

     

    Allstate

    Our building will be shut down until further notice. We are still open and are able to be reached at 905-476-6146 for quotes or changes to your current policies. You can also send us an email at Keswick@allstate.ca !! Thank you and stay safe! 

     

    Alpha Dog Raw

    Store is still open for curbside pick up. We have a walk-up window where we will pass customers their order, or we can bring their order out to their car. The entire process is completely contactless.

     

    Angelo's Sportswear Ltd.

    Store front closed until further notice.

     

    Auntie M's Closet

    Store front is closed until further notice. In the beginning stages of selling products online. Check out our Facebook page to shop. 

     

    Bailey's Homestead

    Both of our snack bars inside the arena are closed, all events at restaurant will be cancelled (open mic, business networking) restaurant will be closed to the public but available for call in take out.  Also, Sunset Beach Catering will still be able to cater but we will only offer our drop off service.  

     

    Black River Business Services

    No changes at present.

     

    Brian Goddard CPA, CMA

    Speaking to clients on the phone I am instructing them to leave their documents in a basket outside which I retrieve and store for 2 days before I touch them. I am also using Express Post to receive and send documents to clients outside of Georgina

     

    Buchner Manufacturing Inc. 

    Open 7 am to 5 pm.

    Buchner Manufacturing Inc. has phased in a new protocol for placing orders. When customers arrive at one of the Retail Branches they will encounter a telephone outside the Branch with instructions on how to place and pick-up your order. Payment arrangements will be discussed and arranged for at the time of order. Alternatively, Buchner encourages their customers to call your order in ahead of time or order on-line through our website. Delivery options available depending on the size of the order.

     

    Budget Blinds of Keswick

    Business operations on hold until April 6th.

     

    Cakes by Jez

    To keep everyone safe, we have closed down our walk-in option. We will, however, accommodate pickups by order and can even deliver through P&D Delivery service. We will be offering "decorate your own kits" to help with entertainment. If you have an existing order and wish to reschedule or modify your order to something smaller we can certainly do that. I am taking all extra precautions to keep my kitchen a safe environment. 

     

    Canadian Tire

    We are open with reduced hours: Monday to Saturday 8 AM to 6 PM and Sunday 9 AM to 6 PM.

     

    Cantope Kennels

    No changes at this time

     

    C.A. Sellers

    Store is closed.  Call (289)576-9744 for any supplies required

     

    Century 21 TeamWei.ca

    Office is closed to the public however, we are still conducting virtual and in-person showings. All the necessary precautions are being taken.

     

    Christine Burton - Team Peroff - Keller Williams Realty Centres

    Office if closed to the public. Showings for listings are being kept to a minimum with virtual tours. Special per-cautions are being done when viewing homes. There are no open houses allowed.

     

    CountryFest

    We are hoping this all passes soon; and that CountryFest will happen as planned in July.

     

    ClearWater Farm

    Our fresh food baskets are available and we have taken all recommended measures to ensure the safety of our food and the health of our staff and customers. Our kids education programs at the farm are cancelled until June when we will reassess. The farm property is temporarily closed to all visitors for the safety of our employees and our customers. We do have 'Community Hub' pickup of our food baskets at identified locations.

     

    CPG Aerospace

    Considered essential and business is running as usual with all of the necessary precautions. 

     

    Daystar Keswick Ltd.

    All services from Daystar Movers are available. Leave messages on (905)476-2755 & we will contact you to set up a free, no-obligation estimate for your move. Retail purchases from Daystar Moving/Packing Supplies are available via phone with credit card payment to be picked up at our location at a time of your choosing. 

     

    Devi Healing

    Closed until further notice.

     

    Donald Fahey - Mortgage Agent, Oriana Financial

    Working from home and conducting business by phone and email.

     

    Edward Jones Investments

    The office is open and staffed in order to continue normal operations and answer client calls. However, it is closed to the general public for face-to-face appointments or walk-ins until further notice.

     

    Elpida Café & Roastery

    We are closed at the cafe, but we are currently delivering coffee beans, teas, and coffee equipment. We are doing deliveries twice a week right.

     

    Esso & Pizza Pizza

    Gas station is open business as usual. Pizza Pizza is offering free delivery. 

     

    Etherington Insurance Brokers Inc.

    We are assisting clients by phone and email at this time, but not in the office.  Please check our website for contact information - https://etherington-ins.com/  Please look after yourselves, family and neighbours. 

     

    Feelin' Fine K-9

    We will not be accepting appointments during this time, however, we will still be selling products through our online store.

     

    Flip 'n' Wicked

    Closed until further notice, or until Ministry of Health  deems safe. Please check your emails provided for further details. 

     

    Forest Glenn Tree Care

    We are open and providing full service but our walk-in office will be closed to the public as the health and safety of our team and customers remains of utmost importance to us.  

     

    Gary's Service & Towing

    We are still open with modifications. We are not offering our shuttle service. We are asking that people just drop off their cars and leave it with us. We are only working with half staff so please be patient. We are asking if you are sick not to bring your cars in. Because are employee are in close contact with what you have just been in contact with (example Steering wheel). We are keeping an eye on things hour by hour like everyone else.

     

    Georgina  Arts Center & Gallery

    Closed until further notice.

     

    Georgina Nurse Practitioner Led Clinic

    Most appointments are being facilitated over the phone. If you need to be seen please call the clinic.  For patient & staff safety, please call the clinic in advance to book an appointment for lab services. Stay home & stay safe.

     

    Georgina Paranormal

    We suspending all paranormal investigations and Public Paranormal Meetings until further notice, but will be offering online help as required.

     

    Georgina Physiotherapy & Sports Injuries Clinic

    Active screening at reception, regular hours until we are told to close our doors

     

    Georgina Public Library

    All branches are closed to the public up to/including Monday April 6.  All programs are cancelled.  Drop-boxes are closed.  Customers are asked to hold onto their library items until we re-open.  Over-due fees will be waived, and items on the holds shelf that have not yet been picked up will be extended until we re-open.

     

    Giant Tiger

    The store front is closed until further notice. Select items can be bought online. 

     

    GTTI

    GTTI will be closed to the public. Stay tuned for online training.  

     

    Home Hardware - Sutton

    Open for online purchases only with curbside pick up. Go to Homehardware.ca then select Sutton Home Hardware. Look at our instore qty. shop and checkout. Notification will be sent when order is ready. Call store when you arrive to pickup your order at the side gate.

     

    Hospice Georgina

    Office is closed and staff is working from home until further notice. Staff can be reached via email. All groups are cancelled. In-person volunteer visiting is suspended, but volunteers are continuing to provide support by phone where possible.

     

    Hutchings Farm

    We will not have visitors to the barn and the farm store is by appointment only. I encourage people to follow me on social media especially YouTube for some fun posts on lambs and chickens to keep Everyone smiling while we practice social distancing!

     

    Illustrious Irrigation and Landscape Lighting

    Closed until further notice.

     

    IMC Office Automation

    IMC Office is still providing delivery to businesses which are deemed as essential business/services. We also provide delivery to small business owners who are working from home however all deliveries will be left outside at your door in order to adhere to social distancing rules.

     

    Islandview Business Centre

    We are just discussing cutting our hours.  We are putting together a drive through window for our stores. We are getting a trailer delivered Thursday.

     

    Jericho Youth Services

    Our office is closed as of noon Wednesday March 18, 2020.  All our programs and events are cancelled until further notice.

     

    Job Skills

    Effective March 16, 2020, Job Skills is temporarily suspending all in-person service delivery (including group programs, workshops, intake sessions and one-on-one appointments, or events) until further notice. The resource rooms, at our Employment Ontario sites, will also be closed until further notice. We will continue to deliver modified services by phone, email or online where possible.  Call 1-866-592-6278 or by e-mail info@jobskills.org for further information, to book/rebook an appointment or register for a program/service.  We remain committed to ensuring the health and safety of our clients/staff and community partners.

    Jude's Miracle Cloth

    We are still taking wholesale orders and ship by Canpar. Online orders are still being filled and sent by Canada Post. We are offering a free package of Jude's Screen & Lens Wipes with every order over $20 on our website. Also, Jude's Miracle Cloths are great to make homemade masks out of as they are a non-woven fabric.

     

    Keystone Benefits

    Available via phone, email or on our website. 

     

    Keswick Active Health Group

    Closed March 17, 2020 -April 1, 2020, pending public health notices 

     

    Keswick Family Eyecare

    From now until April 5th, we are only opening 3 hours a day Monday to Friday for EMERGENCIES ONLY. Offering free delivery on contact lenses and replacement eye glasses. Hours are Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9am-noon and Tuesday, Thursday 1pm-4pm.  For appointment, please call (905)476-7978 or email drfung@keswickfamilyeyecare.ca 

     

    Lake Simcoe Soccer Club

    Open 9-5 Monday-Friday most days, call before visiting

     

    Loretto Maryholme

    In response to COVID-19, we are taking the following actions for March 16th to April 5th.  This time-frame may be extended if declared necessary by health and government officials. All weekday programs offered by Loretto Maryholme are suspended (e.g.  Lenten Breakfasts, spirituality groups, 3-Day Silent Retreat, etc.).  All groups who booked a weekday or weekend program have been offered the option of a full refund without penalty or to have their deposit credited to a future booking.  Both Blackbird and Dease cabins may be booked for an individual to make a private retreat or spend a self-isolation time. The person is responsible for their meals and linens. The cabins will have a thorough cleaning prior and post a booking. Please email booking@lorettomaryholme.ca for availability.  The office will not be open to the public but the staff will be available by phone and email. They will continue to offer information about the Centre and its programs.  We will communicate any further developments if circumstances warrant it. In the meantime, we thank you for your ongoing support of this ministry. Let us keep each other in care and faith as together we face into this uncertain time.

     

    Love Notes by April

    Office closed until further notice. However, I am still providing Long Distance OR Absentee Reiki sessions which are proven to be just as effective as in person sessions on a person's own time and from the comfort of their own home. 

     

    Mortgageguys.com

    Operating virtually. Available via phone, email or on our website.

     

    Naylor Pest Control Inc.

    We are still providing full service with enhanced protocols and protective equipment.

     

    Pepperwood

    Store front is closed until further notice however, online sales continue. Delivering on Tuesday afternoons in Sutton and Friday afternoons in Keswick. Curbside pickup available on Tuesday and Friday mornings between 10-12. Please note that you must notify me of the exact time you will be picking up so that we can follow social distancing rules.  We are also offering shipping by Canada Post. We have started to offer Craft Kits for both children and adults using our non toxic paint products.

     

    Reading Made Easy at Home

    No closures or changes at this time.

     

    Rogers tv Georgina

    While the Keswick studio is closed to the public, we are continuing to be available to the Town of Georgina for COVID-19 messaging and local updates. You will see our messages from Mayor Margaret Quirk on our Facebook page as well as a link to our newest segment, Mind Your Business. Production continues with hosts and guests joining via Zoom. For more information, reach out to Station Manager, Jim Anderson at james.anderson@rci.rogers.com or by calling (289)926-6166.

     

    ROUTES Property Services Ltd.

    During this time of social distancing Routes Property Services Ltd. is still serving the community with normal work hours. Our Season officially begins April 15th with Spring Clean Ups. All our communication is primarily done through our website or by phone, if we need to come and review a location for a specific reason there is no need to interact within a close vicinity to any other individual to help minimize face to face contact. We take the Covid-19 situation very seriously and are monitoring all government notifications daily. We will continue to make sure all our employees safety comes first and service our customers to the best of our ability.

     

    Royal Lepage Your Community Realty Inc., Brokerage

    Our agents are still active during this time. We assure you that every precaution is being take by our agents to service our clients.

     

    Shepherds Utility Equipment Sales

    We are open. Online sales available on our website.

     

    Spire Design and Construction

    We are available to provide delivery service for any supplies required. We pick up any items for disposal as required. We are continuing to provide emergency services to Long Term Care and retirement homes or any other emergency services related to Facility Maintenance. Please call us if you require any assistances with facility maintenance or supply of masks, gloves, shields or other medical PPE.

     

    Stilescape Inc.

    Considered essential. Taking all necessary precautions. 

     

    St. John Ambulance - York Region

    Visit our website for online health and safety training courses, first aid kits and supplies, AEDs. Offering a FREE online First Aid Awareness course until May 31.

     

    Staples

    Closed to the public however, online sales still continue. Store will receive the order if CURBSIDE is chosen when ordering. Customer can pick up curbside. Curbside hours are: 12PM-5PM- 7 days a week. Customers can also choose to have their products delivered to their doorstep. 

     

    Sweet Pea Accessories

    Store front is currently closed. Customers can purchase items via Facebook and will deliver for free in Georgina. An ecommerce store will be up and running in the next few weeks. 

     

    TAX MATE

    Closed for drop in clients until April 1st.  Asking clients to email info for tax preparation during this time.  We feel this is necessary as a majority of my clients are in the vulnerable segment of the population.

     

    Team Peroff - Keller Williams Realty Centres Brockerage

    Hours of Operations currently remain the same.  Our physical office is closed to the public however all of our agents are all equipped to work remotely and are always available to service our clients and answer questions via phone, email, direct message...

     

    The Briars Resort & Spa

    We have temporarily closed effective March 17th until April 13th.  All services, including spa.

     

    Teddi's Wash n Fold

    Change hours of operation to 8am - 5pm Daily

    Thomas G. Cooke, Barrister & Solicitor

    We are trying to avoid all non-essential client meetings, but are still readily available by phone, email and text.

     

    TravelOnly with Wendy

    Travel Agents are among the few that are actually working more during this crisis.  I am keeping my Clients updated with their options, while making adjustments to travel plans for those that have decided.  I'm also booking for future travel - this won't last forever.

     

    WeiserArtworx

    I am still supplying and offering the same photography services. Nothing had changed as it's mostly done online anyway. As far as my paint nights, I am now posting them online FREE on my YouTube channel. You can pick up also at my home address. Purchases will be left in my sunroom. I've always done this in the past anyway.

     

    yorkworks

    We are offering employment support and one on one service by employment consultants and to local business by our job developers via phone/email and online workshops.

     

    Zehrs

    Zehrs Keswick will be open from 8am-8pm for shopping.  8am to 9am will be open for our seniors who are most vulnerable during the COVID-19 pandemic to shop for their essentials, with 9am-8pm for all other shopping.  We would prefer that only seniors come during this one-hour time slot to shop for their essentials without being in a large crowd.  We encourage all who are not seniors to after 9am to shop. Thank-you for your consideration and support during this trying time.  Please share this information with your friends and family so we can help our seniors who are most vulnerable get access to their essentials. We have taken actions to ease peoples minds in our store as well.  We are prepackaging all service case items.  Things such as meats, fish, salads, breads and sweets.  We are working on packing up our bulk foods as well.  A handwashing station has been placed in our lobby for customers to used before and after they shop. We want everyone to feel at ease and understand that we care about their concerns.  Food being an issue, we would like for people to understand that all of our goods are 48-60 hours behind in reaching the store.  It will be all hands on deck to restock and we will do so as product comes in.  We will also continue to sanitize and serve the community as best we can with smiles on our faces.  We will only have 1 cash register plus customer service that will carry cash.  Everything else will be debit or credit going forward as well.

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