Things To Do: Social Isolation Edition

In light of the COVID-19 situation, we’ve turned our weekly Things to Do event post into a Social Isolation Survival Guide: a list of fun and relaxing activities you can enjoy safely.

Thank you to the Reddit community for sharing your concerns and we want to encourage everyone to pitch in more ideas and resources in the thread as usual. From the team at ExploreTO, we wish everyone and their families peace, health and safety in these challenging times. Check out the list below for inspiration on making the weeks to come more enjoyable!

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Things To Do at Home

Meditation | A great habit to start or pick back up in order to bring calm to your life, especially at a time like this. If you need some extra guidance to get started, try a meditation app

Take a Free Virtual Class | Just because schools are closed doesn't mean you can't learn! Check out some cool online classes to expand your mind

Online Mobile Games | Team up with or challenge your friends with these online multiplayer mobile games

COVID-19 Podcast | Learn more about Covid-19 through an interesting and highly informative podcast episode (1 Hour long)

Learn to Cook Something New | Check out these 30 minute recipes for quick, delicious meals

Learn a New Language on Duolingo | Ever wanted to learn Spanish or French or Mandarin, but never had the time? Well, now you do! Try Duolingo and learn something new

Virus-Related Movies to Watch | Not tired of the pandemic drama yet? Here are 5 virus-related movies you can enjoy from the safety of your couch

Syncplay | Watch a movie virtually with your friends or relatives on Syncplay

Cocktail Party! | Play house bartender and create homemade drink concoctions! Turn the remnants of the leftover party booze into cocktails

At Home Workouts | Most gyms are closed, so shake off the pandemic stress off while getting fit at the comfort of home

Board Games | Play some classic board games like Contagion and Pandemic to pass the time!

Visit a Museum | 12 museums that offer virtual tours!

DIY Arts and Crafts | Grab a glue gun, some paper, and try these art projects!

Toronto: History of Your City | Read up and familiarize yourself on Toronto history. Learn about your city from home for a while

Random Fun Ideas

  • Closet Overhaul - While you’re inside, go through your closet and host an impromptu fashion show. Or, see what you want to give away to donation companies
  • Got young kids? Build a cozy fort in your living room or have a scavenger hunt
  • Get creative and write - Try some poetry, journal about your feelings, anything!
  • YouTube equals a 2020 karaoke machine. You can Youtube search the karaoke version to your favourite songs, turn it up and go wild!
  • Grab some friends and try some painting while enjoying a glass of your favourite wine!
  • Binge Watch These New Netflix Shows
    • Altered Carbon
    • This is Us
    • Riverdale
    • You
    • Elite
    • The Society
    • On My Block

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Safe Things To Do Outside

Spend Time in Nature | It’s finally getting warm enough to enjoy the outdoors. Check out the top nearby parks and hikes

Bike Ride | Take a leisurely ride along the lakeshore. If you don’t own a bike you can rent through Bike Share (bring sanitizer if you do!)

Take Up Outdoor Photography | Up Your Photo Game!

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Safety Tips

  • Use these food related services to skip lines and crowds
  • If you need to visit grocery stores, pharmacies or any public indoor spaces, go during off peak hours. Look up stores near you that are open late.
  • Conduct work or personal meetings online: Google Hangouts, Zoom
  • Basic hygiene tips:
    • Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, every time you come inside
    • Do not touch your face and mouth
    • Use hand sanitizer on the go
    • Cover up your coughs and sneezes
    • Follow more safety tips from reliable sources: CDC and WHO