Independent cinemas in Toronto and Ottawa are coming up with different ways to generate cash as COVID-19 restrictions force them to shut their doors for a second time since the pandemic began.

Disagreeing with public policy is one thing, but defying public health orders is nothing short of irresponsible, Scott Thompson says.

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has come out with some suggestions to make sure that the pandemic shut down isn't a criminal's opportunity.