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Zellers Is Back For A Pop-Up In Ontario & Suddenly It's 2001 All Over Again (PHOTOS)
The nostalgia is so real! 👀
Courtesy of Hudson's Bay
Hudson's Bay is kicking it old school and bringing Zellers back from the archives for a pop-up shop in Ontario.
Fans of the closed-down retail chain can relive its glory days at the pop-up in Burlington Mall and score some signature Zellers apparel, toys, and more.
Courtesy of Hudson's Bay
A spokesperson for Hudson's Bay told Narcity that the "beloved brand" is meant to delight customers with a fun and nostalgic experience and hinted that more Zellers pop-ups may be underway.
Courtesy of Hudson's Bay
The last two Zellers stores in Ontario closed down in January 2020, but it seems like Hudson's Bay isn't ready to let it go just yet.
Zellers has even started trending on Twitter with users sharing memes celebrating the beloved chain's return. Canadian Youtuber Stewart Reynolds, aka Brittlestar, even got in the action with a throwback to a love song he once created for Zellers.
OMG OMG OMG... THEY'RE TESTING OUR RESPONSE TO A RETURN OF ZELLERS https://t.co/dChCZXibJw https://t.co/vPUP09niuY— Brittlestar (@Brittlestar) 1632485008.0
So it's safe to say that Ontarians really missed their Zellers.
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An Oakville Resto Posted A Notice Saying It Welcomes Diners Who Aren't Vaccinated
Businesses that don't comply with Ontario's proof of vaccination policy risk facing a hefty fine.
Italian restaurant Zucchinis Cucina in Oakville says they will be allowing unvaccinated patrons to dine with them despite the new vaccine certificate program in Ontario.
The restaurant took to Instagram on Thursday, September 23, and posted a picture of a sign announcing that they do not discriminate "against any customer based on sex, gender, race, creed, age, vaccinated or unvaccinated."
In the caption, the restaurant wrote, "This is not about being "anti-vaxx" / "pro-vaxx" but indeed about being a patriot and citizen of our country."
Ontario's vaccine certificate program started on September 22 and requires all patrons to show proof of vaccination and a piece of photo ID before dining indoors and entering other public spaces.
Christine Elliott, Ontario's minister of health, said that any establishment that refuses to adhere to the policy will face immediate consequences in a COVID-19 update last week.
Businesses and organizations that fail to comply with the province's proof of vaccination policy can face a $1,000 fine or a maximum penalty of up to $10 million based on prosecution under the Reopening Ontario Act (ROA).
Zucchinis Cucina posted a picture on Instagram with Chris Saccoccia, also known as Chris Sky, a well-known anti-mask protestor, on the same day with the caption "Thanks for the support and leading us! 🇨🇦 @chrissky83 #justsayno #novaxpassports #freedomofchoice #unitednoncompliance."
Narcity reached out to the restaurant for comment but did not hear back before this story was published.
Health Canada has a robust website with all the latest information on the vaccines and can answer any questions you may have. Click here for more information.
In Ontario, a vaccine passport is required to access some events, services and businesses, including restaurants and bars.
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York Doctor 'Pauses' Working At Clinic After Allegedly Giving Out Vaccine Exemptions
The CPSO is looking into the claims.
Dr. Christopher Hassell has paused his practice at York Medical, a clinic in Richmond Hill, for the "foreseeable future" after allegations of him giving out exemptions to COVID-19 mandates.
Tweets of the incident, which have since been deleted, show long lines wrapping around the building this past Saturday, with allegations of Hassell giving out exemptions for the mask mandate and possibly COVID-19 vaccines.
Sylvia Itzkovitch Ichelson, a member of the Richmond Hill community, told the Toronto Star she saw over 200 people on Saturday morning.
"I stopped a young couple and asked them if they were there for COVID shots and they said, 'Hell no, we are here for an exemption letter.'"
More reports of Hassell's alleged activities can be found on an online forum where individuals have posted pictures of lines alleging that hundreds of people were in attendance.
One user posted a typed version of what they claimed the letters given out stated reading, "I, Christopher H Hassell, a duly qualified medical doctor licenced to practice in the Province of Ontario do make the following attestation: That I have knowledge of this patient from my past care of them and/or that I have recently examined him/her. That in my opinion, he/she would be exposed to unacceptable medical risk should they receive any of the current immunizations for SARS-CoV-2. That they should not receive this form of medical treatment."
York Medical Comment
York Medical told Narcity, "This past Saturday, faced with the unexpected influx of patients, Dr Hassell addressed the crowd personally, to inform them that he would not be providing any medical exemptions related to COVID-19, and that it should be a conversation they should be having with their family physicians."
York Medical said that over the weekend, "York Medical management discussed the situation with Dr Hassell, and he decided to pause his coverage at York Medical for the foreseeable future."
Ministry Of Health & CPSO
Ministry of Health media relations person Christian Hasse told Narcity, "Minister Elliott is aware of this case and had ministry officials alert the registrar. This is a serious offence, and we understand that the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario is looking into the situation. We look forward to hearing about any next steps that the College may be taking in the coming days to ensure the public is protected."
CPSO spokesperson Shae Greenfield told Narcity, "We are aware of the information posted over the weekend to social media and are taking steps to immediately verify the validity of these claims. Although we are limited in what we can publicly disclose at this point, we will take all appropriate actions based on what we determine in these initial steps."
Dr. Christopher Hassell's History
In 2014 according to a report from CPSO, Hassell's privileges to prescribe drugs such as benzodiazepines, Percocet, Fentanyl and other narcotic drugs, controlled drugs, narcotic preparations and all other monitored drugs were relinquished.
On his website, Hassell encourages protection against COVID-19 through following current regulations, reducing sugars and extra vitamin D.
However, he does not mention COVID-19 vaccines as a form of prevention.
Hassell's website has been updated with a note that reads:
- Certificates of Medical Exemption are generally not available at this clinic.
- Dr. Hassell is on a voluntary leave of absence from York Medical and continues in good health. He regrets not being able to help those who sought his care. He is extremely grateful to the York Medical staff and management for their support, both of himself and for those patients who have tried to reach him through the clinic. His colleagues at the clinic will be happy to care for you.
Health Canada has a robust website with all the latest information on the vaccines and can answer any questions you may have. Click here for more information.
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37 Toronto Restos Were Named The Best In Canada To Finally Celebrate That Missed Birthday
Anybody miss a birthday dinner because of COVID-19?
COVID-19 celebrations have been tricky during the pandemic and you may have missed a big birthday celebration or two.
According to a survey by OpenTable, 65% of "Ontarians missed celebrating milestones such as birthdays and anniversaries due to the COVID-19 pandemic," and 26% are planning a do-over celebration.
With this in mind, OpenTable released a 100 Best Restaurants in Canada for Do-Overs list and 37 Toronto restaurants made the cut.
The list was compiled based on diner reviews from June 1, 2020, to May 31, 2021.
"The overall score is made up of unique data points, such as overall diner rating, user clout, total number of reviews and regional overall rating. Qualifying restaurants were then scored and sorted according to the sum of tags for which "hot spot" was selected as a special feature," according to the press release.
The top 37 restaurants for celebration do-overs in Toronto according to Open Table are as follows:
- Akira Back
- Byblos
- Bymark
- Cabana Waterfront Patio
- Cafe Boulud
- Chula Taberna Mexicana
- Cluny
- Drake Hotel
- Earls Kitchen + BAR
- El Catrin
- Figo
- The Garden at Casa Loma
- Hy's Steakhouse
- Il Patio di Eataly with Aperol
- Ki Modern Japanese + Bar
- KŌST
- Lee
- Miku Restaurant
- ORETTA
- Patria
- Pure Spirits
- Rooftop Bar at the Broadview Hotel
- Sofia
- Terroni
- Giulietta
- Hemingway's
- HOTHOUSE
- La Pizza & La Pasta –Eataly
- Lapinou
- Lena Restaurante
- LOUIX LOUIS
- LOV King West
- Maison Selby
- Sassafraz
- STK Patio Pop-Up
- Biff's Bistro
- Cibo Wine Bar
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