Shoppers Grab Last-Minute Items Before New Alberta Restrictions Kick In
New COVID-19 measures go into effect Sunday in Alberta and shoppers appear to be taking advantage of the last days of looser retail rules by hitting up… Read more »
Public Health Unit Orders Windsor-Essex Schools to Close as COVID Cases Rise
Public health officials have ordered all schools in the Windsor-Essex region to close due to the rapid rise of COVID-19 cases in the area. The Windsor-Essex County… Read more »
Revised Rules for Running Federal Election During Pandemic Proposed in New Bill
A federal government bill to ensure safer voting during a pandemic election will likely not come into force until May at the earliest, potentially jeopardizing Canadians’ health… Read more »
Woman Says She’d Clean Toilets to Work at B.C. Care Home and See Husband
Smith has applied for a job at a long-term care facility in Abbotsford, B.C., and says she’ll even clean toilets so she can see her husband.
Alberta COVID-19 Vaccinations to Start Next Week With Hospital, Care Staff
Alberta will start distributing the COVID-19 vaccine next week to front-line health workers and caregivers. Shandro says the first round of the vaccine will be administered in Alberta on Dec. 16.
‘Alberta Bashing:’ Kenney Rejects Criticism He Waited Too Long on COVID Rules
Alberta Premier Jason Kenney is rejecting criticism he waited too long to bring in tighter COVID-19 measures as “Alberta bashing.” The comment came in a radio interview… Read more »
Canada and Britain Sign Agreement for Post-Brexit Trade, Legislation to Follow
Canada and Britain say they’ve signed a deal to keep trade flowing smoothly after the U.K. leaves the European Union at the end of the year.
Saskatchewan Could Start Vaccinating Health-Care Workers for COVID-19 Next Week
The Saskatchewan government says it’s ready to begin immunizing critical health-care workers against COVID-19 starting next week. The Ministry of Health says it expects to receive 1,950… Read more »
Police in Nova Scotia Investigating Small, Late-Night Explosions in Amherst
Police in northern Nova Scotia are asking for the public’s help after two explosive devices were detonated on the streets of Amherst, and a third unexploded device… Read more »
Bank of Canada Keeps Key Interest Rate Target on Hold at 0.25 per Cent
The Bank of Canada will deliver a rate announcement today with observers watching if news about vaccines gives a shot in the arm to the bank’s outlook on the economy.
New COVID-19 Restrictions in Alberta Announced on December 8th
Alberta has announced strict measures to prevent the rapid spread of COVID-19. The province is shutting down restaurants, casinos, gyms, recreation centres, libraries, theatres and personal service… Read more »
How to Apply for Up to $1,000 Tax Free B.C. Recovery Benefit Starting December 18th
British Columbia is accepting applications for $1000 B.C. Recovery Benefit starting December 18th.
Manitoba Loosens Some COVID-19 Restrictions, Allows Drive-in Church Services
The Manitoba government is extending its COVID-19 restrictions on public gatherings and business operations into January, but is loosening a handful of rules, most notably on drive-in… Read more »
Air Canada Cutting More Service to Atlantic Canada in January, Say Region’s Airports
Atlantic Canada’s airports say they’ve been advised by Air Canada that it will cut more services to the region in the new year because of a second wave of COVID-19 infections.
Prince Edward Island Ready to Receive First Shipment of COVID-19 Vaccine Next Week
Health officials on Prince Edward Island say they are ready to administer the COVID-19 vaccine when the first shipment of the vaccine arrives next week.
First Pfizer Vaccine Shots to Be Given Right at Delivery Sites, Not LTC Homes: Tam
Canada’s chief public health officer says the first doses of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine are likely to be given only to people who can physically be at one… Read more »
Nova Scotia to Get 1,950 Doses of COVID-19 Vaccine From Ottawa Next Week
Nova Scotia will receive 1,950 doses of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for an initial test run next week.
Future Value of Trans Mountain Pipeline Rests on Liberals’ Climate Plans, PBO Says
A new report from the parliamentary budget officer says the federal government could end up losing money on the Trans Mountain pipeline if it further tightens its climate policy.
2021 Canada’s Food Price Report: Expect 5% Increase in Your Food Bill
A new report says food prices will be going up in Canada next year.
‘Where He Belongs:’ Bronze Tribute to Calgary’s Wandering Turkey in the Works
The wayward turkey looking for love captured the imagination of Calgarians in the spring, providing a bit of levity during dark pandemic times. Turk Diggler was eventually eaten by a coyote, but the bird’s legacy lives on.
New Health Rules in Alberta Failing to Bend COVID-19 Curve: Top Doctor
Alberta’s chief medical officer of health says the latest round of health restrictions in the province isn’t getting the job done on high rates of COVID-19. Dr…. Read more »
COVID-19 Restrictions in B.C. Extended One Month as Case Numbers Climb
COVID-19 restrictions in British Columbia have been extended to Jan. 8 as the province continues to experience high levels of transmission and community spread of the virus…. Read more »
Premier Says Saskatchewan Is Ready for COVID Vaccine, First Shots Would Happen ASAP
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe said Monday his province was close to the “finish line” of its battle against COVID-19, with the imminent arrival of Canada’s first vaccine… Read more »
Quebec Says First COVID-19 Vaccines Could Come Next Week but Urges Continued Caution
The first doses of COVID-19 vaccine could be administered in Quebec as early as next week, Health Minister Christian Dube said Monday, as new infections surpassed 1,500… Read more »