Ontario Is in a COVID-19 Second Wave: Ford
Ontario’s premier says the province is experiencing a second wave of COVID-19 and all options are on the table to combat a surge in cases. Doug Ford… Read more »
Families Sue Ontario Sperm Bank, Allege They Were Misled on Donor Background
Seven Canadian families are suing an Ontario sperm bank, alleging they were misled about their donor’s background, including a potentially debilitating genetic condition. The families — who’ve launched… Read more »
Health Minister Says Montreal, Quebec City to Hit Maximum Alert Level
Quebec Premier Francois Legault has called a news conference for this afternoon after his health minister said Sunday that some Quebec regions will soon enter the highest COVID-19… Read more »
Ontario Reports 700 New COVID-19 Cases, One Death From the Illness
Ontario is reporting 700 new cases of COVID-19 today and one new death from the illness. Health Minister Christine Elliott says 344 cases are being reported in Toronto, 104 cases in Peel Region, 89 in Ottawa… Read more »
Officials Plead With Quebecers to Cancel Plans as Province Reports 637 New COVID-19 Cases
Quebec’s health minister called on Quebecers Friday to avoid all non-essential gatherings with friends and family for 28 days as authorities reported 637 new cases of COVID-19, the highest single-day… Read more »
Manitoba Makes Masks Mandatory for Winnipeg as COVID-19 Cases Surge
Manitoba’s chief provincial public health officer is making masks mandatory in indoor public spaces in Winnipeg, as cases of COVID-19 continue to surge in the capital city…. Read more »
Quebec Court Acquits Author, Declares Part of Child Pornography Law Invalid
A Quebec author charged with producing child pornography in connection with fictional scenes in a horror novel has been acquitted in a ruling that also declared part of Canada’s law invalid. Quebec Superior… Read more »
Ontario Making Bars and Restaurants Close Earlier, Shuts Down Strip Clubs
Bars and restaurants across Ontario will shut down earlier and all strip clubs will close, Premier Doug Ford announced Friday, saying the new rules were needed to fight… Read more »
Ontario’s Move to Scrap Out-of-Country Health Insurance Was Wrong:Court
The Ontario government’s move to axe its out-of-country health insurance program violates the Canada Health Act, a court ruled this week as it ordered the province to… Read more »
Canadian Pacific Holiday Train Cancelled Due to COVID-19
Canadian Pacific has announced that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, CP Holiday Train will not be running this year. Canadian Pacific says CP will donate to food… Read more »
Alberta Health: This is How to Celebrate Thanksgiving Safely During COVID-19
Alberta’s top doctor isn’t calling on Albertans to cancel Thanksgiving, but adds gatherings shouldn’t exceed 15 people and those invited should be part of a family’s usual… Read more »
Alberta’s Top Health Official Says Province Isn’t in a Second Wave of COVID-19
Alberta’s chief medical officer of health says the province is not in a second wave of COVID-19 despite increased daily case numbers in recent weeks. Dr. Deena… Read more »
New Brunswick Imposes New Travel Restrictions on Quebec Border Residents
New Brunswick is reimposing travel restrictions on residents of Quebec’s southern Gaspe area, which has seen its COVID-19 alert level rise. Premier Blaine Higgs said Thursday only… Read more »
CFL Teams Reveal 10 Players Who Are on Their Exclusive Negotiation Lists
The Calgary Stampeders are taking a flyer on linebacker Marcus Smith II. Smith, a former first-round pick of the NFL’s Philadelphia Eagles, is one of 10 players on… Read more »
Reactions to the Minority Liberal Government’s Speech From the Throne
Liberals Vow Wage-Subsidy Extension to 2021, Revamp of EI System in Throne Speech “The prime minister had an opportunity to present a real plan to Canadians, and… Read more »
Extend CERB and Provide Paid Sick Leave If You Want Our Votes, Singh Tells Trudeau
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh says his party hasn’t decided whether it can vote to support the minority Liberal government’s throne speech. He says he wants to see… Read more »
Toronto Cancels All Major Events Until December 31 (List)
The city of Toronto is cancelling all City-led and City-permitted outdoor major events until December 31. The city is providing $565,000 to support cultural festivals impacted by… Read more »
These are the 60 Pharmacies Which Will Offer COVID-19 Testing in Ontario by Friday, Sept 25 (List)
Premier Doug Ford says up to 60 pharmacies across Ontario will begin to offer COVID-19 tests starting Friday. He says the initiative will reduce pressure on the… Read more »
Ontario to Review COVID-19 Symptoms List for Schools, Minister Says
Ontario’s education minister says he is considering shortening the list of COVID-19 symptoms that require kids to stay home from school. Stephen Lecce says he is working with the province’s… Read more »
Post-Tropical Storm Teddy Makes Landfall in Nova Scotia Bringing High Winds, Rain
The centre of post-tropical storm Teddy made landfall in eastern Nova Scotia on Tuesday morning, delivering another round of strong winds and heavy rain to an area that endured the worst of what the… Read more »
Laser Quest Closing Locations Across Canada
One of Canada’s favourite go-to birthday party location is ending its operations across Canada due to COVID-19 economic climate. Laser Quest announced the decision through its website… Read more »
It’s Not Over: Post-Tropical Storm Teddy Makes Landfall in Nova Scotia
The centre of post-tropical storm Teddy made landfall in eastern Nova Scotia this morning, delivering another round of punishing winds and heavy rain — almost a day after its… Read more »
“Give up and Remove Your Application for This Election”: Quebec Woman Faces Charge of Threatening Trump
A Quebec woman suspected of mailing envelopes containing the poison ricin to the White House and law enforcement officials in Texas is facing a charge of threats… Read more »
Flu Shot Campaign First Pillar of Ontario Fall Pandemic Preparedness Plan: Ford
Ontario’s premier says encouraging residents to get the seasonal flu shot is the first part of the province’s plan to fight COVID-19 this fall. Doug Ford says the province… Read more »