IDA partners with ARCH


IDA Pharmacy of the Sault has confirmed a partnership with ARCH Hospice that is designed to provide support where it is needed.

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$3 million for Trunk Road


The Sault’s member of provincial parliament has confirmed that the Ontario government has committed the tidy sum of $3 million to support the resurfacing of Trunk Road.

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Ford praises Romano et al


Ontario premier Doug Ford, in his daily televised briefing relative to the COVID-19 crisis, took the time today to praise the member of provincial parliament for Sault Ste. Marie.

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From our local politicians


Sault Business Matters has received a release from the office of Ross Romano relative to a COVID-19 announcement from the Sault’s member of provincial parliament in tandem with Sault member of parliament Terry Sheehan and Sault mayor Christian Provenzano.

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Att: landlords, business tenants


Landlords and their business tenants should work together to meet eligibility requirements for the Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance program, says the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce.

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SBM joins local Chamber


Taking advantage of a complimentary offer from the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce, Sault Business Matters has joined it.

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Gliss opening for pickup


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April 30, 2020

Gliss Restaurant, located on Spring Street in the downtown area of the Sault, is re-opening for curbside pickup, co-owner Kristi Turner has advised Sault Business Matters.

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Sweet deal from C of C


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April 29, 2020

Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce has put a complimentary offer on the table for any local business or organization that is not a current member of the SSMCOC.

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Shop on line at Yes It Fits


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April 28, 2020

Sault Business Matters has some exciting news to share regarding Yes! It Fits! relative to a new online store that has just been launched.

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Sault smiles with Neeta


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April 24, 2020

For this edition of Sault smiles, Sault Business Matters features splendid Indian-style food cook Neeta Marwah of Rasoi!

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Helping the less fortunate


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April 23, 2020

Local businessmen John Palmerio of Palmerio Insurance Ltd./Co-operators Insurance and Don Bruni of MicroAge are teaming up with a generous financial contribution to help feed some of the Sault’s less fortunate residents.

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Sault smiles with Eagle duo


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April 22, 2020

The husband and wife duo of Tim Ellis and Lindsay Ellis have playfully “kissed up” to become the latest Sault smiles on Sault Business Matters.

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Northern Superior delivers


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April 20, 2020

Operating at full strength from its lower Pim St. location in the Sault’s downtown, Northern Superior Brewing Co. has various options relative to purchasing its products.

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Trying to defeat COVID-19


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April 19, 2020

Premier Doug Ford and Ontario’s Progressive Conservative government have confirmed a $20 million investment towards advanced medical research and development of tools and resources to try to combat COVID-19 — and other infectious diseases — throughout the province.

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Call for fresh produce!


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April 16, 2020

City Meat Market, located in the downtown Sault, has fresh, local produce in stock, Sault Business Matters has confirmed.

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Message from Little Caesars


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April 15, 2020

Following is a message from Little Caesars president Dave Scrivano. (Little Caesars presently has two locations open in Sault, Ontario — Churchill Plaza and Market Mall.)

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Sault smiles with little Brin


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April 13, 2020

No terrible two here! Sault Business Matters recognizes the recent second birthday of little Brin, who is the granddaughter of Tamar Ford.

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Statement from Sault MPP


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April 9, 2020

Sault Business Matters has received the following message from Sault member of provincial parliament Ross Romano.

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Victim Services Algoma gets $


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April 8, 2020

The government of Ontario is taking emergency action to address the recent spike in domestic violence that is being reported by victim services organizations during the COVID-19 crisis.

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Remote property tax relief


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April 7, 2020

Relative and sensitive to the COVID-19 crisis, Ontario’s Progressive Conservative government is deferring $15 million in property taxes for residents and businesses in areas of northern Ontario that are located outside municipal boundaries.

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$420,800 for social services


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April 3, 2020

The Ontario government, via the Sault’s member of provincial parliament Ross Romano, is coming through with the tidy sum of $420,800 for the city’s social services.

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Homespun home shopping


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April 2, 2020

Homespun Treasures of the Sault is offering its loyal and new customers the opportunity to shop its fabulous selection of home decor from the comfort of your home.

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Ford to release the facts


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April 2, 2020

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has confirmed that he has instructed government health officials to release projection numbers on where the province is headed relative to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Words of wisdom revisited


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April 2, 2020

There is no time like the present to revisit these words of wisdom via our friends at Central United Church in the Sault’s downtown.

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Let’s show national pride


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April 1, 2020

Tamar Ford, owner of Tamar’s Trends flower shop, located in the Sault’s downtown, would like fellow business owners and friends to display the Canadian flag as we fight COVID-19.

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Post secondary school relief


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March 31, 2020

Following is an excerpt of a press release from the Government of Ontario relative to Ontario Student Assistance Program loans — with files from Sault Business Matters.

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COVID-19 update via MPP


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March 31, 2020

Please see below for a special message from Sault member of provincial parliament and Ontario government minister Ross Romano.

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Message from Sault mayor


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March 30, 2020

Sault Business Matters has obtained the following message from Sault mayor Christian Provenzano relative to the recent positive test results for COVID-19.

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Going after price gougers


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March 29, 2020

Ontario premier Doug Ford is going after retail businesses and individuals who are charging unfair prices for necessary goods.

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Social distancing dog


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March 29, 2020

Many of us who frequent the Sault’s downtown as residents and/or patrons are quite familiar with a friendly dog who answers to the name of Chewy.

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Prevent crime to business


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March 26, 2020

The closure of non-essential businesses to address the spread of COVID-19 may cause business owners to worry about the safety of their property. Thus, the Sault Police Services has issued the following message.

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Social distancing happy hour


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March 26, 2020

Local radio station Eagle 95.1 plans to use social media to try to bring music and beer lovers together for a virtual ‘happy hour’ on Friday from 5-7 p.m.

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From Amanda’s Reading Corner


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March 26, 2020

Are you bored? Well, Sault Business Matters has this message from Amanda’s Reading Corner that may serve as a boredom buster.

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Free delivery at Little Caesars!


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March 25, 2020

Mike Flammia, local owner and operator of Little Caesars in Sault, Ontario, has advised us that not only are his stores offering limited time specials on their pizza but they have FREE delivery within the city limits.

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Essential services list


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March 23, 2020

Sault Business Matters has obtained a copy of the extensive list of essential services that can remain open as per the latest announcement from Ontario Premier Doug Ford relative to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Message from Eagle Radio


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March 22, 2020

Sault Business Matters relays the following message from Tim Ellis, owner, program director and morning drive announcer at local radio station Eagle 95.1.

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Food for thought


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March 21, 2020

In these trying times relative to the coronavirus pandemic, Sault Business Matters offers a neighbourly reminder to our friends in the Twin Sault area. That is, to please support small business. As an example, pick up takeout food from your favourite local eatery.

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Little Caesars now delivers!


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March 21, 2020

Sault Business Matters has received the following message from Mike Flammia, who is the local owner and operator of the three Little Caesars stores in Sault, Ontario.

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Machine Shop takeout, delivery


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March 19, 2020

The Machine Shop’s troika of restaurants — Mill Steakhouse, the Boiler Room and Steamfitters Lounge — are open for take-out and delivery, Sault Business Matters has confirmed. See below for menu options.

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Message from Willson Greco


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March 18, 2020

Willson Greco Barristers and Solicitors, located in the Sault’s downtown, have issued the following notice relative to the coronavirus.

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Message from Central United


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March 18, 2020

With the well-being of its congregation, staff and the community in mind, Central United Church — which is located in the Sault’s downtown, on the corner of Spring and Albert streets — has relayed the following message.

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No cash at Mackinac Bridge


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March 18, 2020

Located about 50 miles south of the Michigan Sault, the Mackinac Bridge Authority will no longer accept cash at its toll booths until further notice. The new measure takes effect this Saturday amid concerns of the coronavirus, Sault Business Matters has confirmed.

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Croatian Corner remains open


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March 17, 2020

A popular takeout eatery known for its lunch specials, home-made cabbage rolls, perogies, meatballs, sauce and a variety of soups as well as an extensive delicatessen, the Croatian Corner is still maintaining regular business hours.

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Ontario in state of emergency


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March 17, 2020

Premier Doug Ford has declared a state of emergency in Ontario relative to the Coronavirus. As condensed by Sault Business Matters, what it means is as follows.

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I.D.A. pharmacy delivers


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March 16, 2020

The team at I.D.A. pharmacy in the Sault recognizes that many people are striving to do their part and limiting their local travel as encouraged by all the leading health organizations during this challenging time of the Coronavirus.

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College, university combo


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March 15, 2020

There is good news out there relative to education, in this case post secondary schooling throughout northern Ontario, including Algoma University and Sault College.

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Rasoi is NOT closing for good


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March 13, 2020

Neeta Marwah, who is the owner of Rasoi The Indian Kitchen, has told Sault Business Matters that, contrary to a story posted by Soo Today, she is not closing her restaurant for good.

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Superior taste of the Sault


By
March 12, 2020

Its refreshing products are available in a good number of licensed establishments in the Sault area. On tap and in cans, Northern Superior Brewing Co. offers quite a variety of beer products.

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Local businesses help Gerri


By
March 11, 2020

Long-time local furniture salesman Gerri Longo is undergoing treatment for an illness and a benefit was recently held on his behalf. A number of Sault and area businesses stepped up and made donations to assist Gerri. They are listed below.

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Restaurant supplies for sale


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March 10, 2020

Rasoi The Indian Kitchen, which is located in the Sault’s downtown, is making some changes and has some restaurant supplies available for sale.

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Yellow roses from Zonta


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March 9, 2020

The Sault’s Zonta club — via celebration of International Women’s Day — presented yellow roses to 10 local women deemed to have made outstanding contributions to the community.

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Sault smiles at the Rad Zone


By
March 8, 2020

(EDITOR’S NOTE: A regular feature in which we share many of the smiles that help make the Sault a friendly place to do business.)

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We see a sign of spring


By
March 6, 2020

As the weekend forecast is for warmer temperatures and a melting of snow, Monday will bring another sign of spring to the Twin Sault area.

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Low & Slow in the downtown


By
March 5, 2020

Its doors are now open following relocation. A barbecue-style restaurant, Low and Slow has settled into its new location in the Sault’s downtown.

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