Ontario Getting Close to Reopening Parks, Retail Curbside Pickup, Ford Says
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is teasing good news on steps toward reopening for retail stores, parks and cottagers, if the COVID-19 numbers keep going down. Ontario is… Read more »
Big Valley Jamboree Announces 2021 Headliners
Now is usually the time when Albertans decide on which musical festival they want to attend during summer. Unfortunately, Alberta has cancelled all large events through the… Read more »
What is Open in Canada – Week of May 4 – COVID-19 Reopening
Provinces across the country are easing COVID-19 restrictions. Here is the list of what is open now across Canada. Physical distancing measures are in place. All Canadians… Read more »
Spartan Bioscience Rapid Test for COVID-19 Recalled After Health Canada Expresses Concerns
A rapid test developed for COVID-19 has experienced a setback. Spartan Bioscience said Sunday that the concerns centre around the proprietary swab used in the test, but… Read more »
Federal Government Announces One Time up to $300 Extra Per Child CCB Payment in May
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, has announced an extra $300 per child in May as part of federal initiatives to support families deal with the added pressures… Read more »
City of Toronto Cancels All Canada Day Events and Celebrations Will Move Online
The City of Toronto has cancelled all in-person Canada Day events and will celebrate all events virtually in 2020 to stop the spread of COVID-19. Events cancelled… Read more »
City of Edmonton Reopens Dog Parks From May 2
The City of Edmonton has announced its first steps toward a safe relaunch plan. As part of the plan dog parks restrictions are being relaxed from May… Read more »
List of Businesses Allowed to Reopen in Ontario From May 4
Premier Doug Ford has announced that some businesses that can comply with safety rules that allow staff and customers to maintain physical distancing will be allowed to… Read more »
Applications Are Open for Tax Free One Time $1000 British Columbia Emergency Benefit for Workers
On March 23, 2020, the government of British Columbia announced a cumulative economic package of $5 billion in income supports, tax relief and direct funding for people,… Read more »
Guidelines For Hiking & Visiting Alberta Parks
Alberta Parks is open from May 1 for hiking and individual campsite reservations will open from May 14 for camping from June 1. To combat the spread… Read more »
Jasper National Park is Not Open for Visitors, Park Asks Visitors to Stay Away
The municipality of Jasper is asking visitors to stay away from the National Park. The government of Alberta is reopening Alberta’s Provincial parks from May 1. Jasper… Read more »
Alberta Parks Reservation to Reopen May 14, 2020
Online camping reservations for Alberta Parks for 2020 summer season reopen on May 14. Alberta Parks is working hard to make campsites available as soon as possible,… Read more »
Toronto Pride to Host Pride and Pride Parade Online in 2020
As the City of Toronto has cancelled all city-led events and festivals through June 30, Pride Toronto has announced that Pride celebrations will be held online. The… Read more »
What is Open From May 11 in Newfoundland and Labrador During “Alert Level 4”
Chief medical officer of health Dr. Janice Fitzgerald introduced Newfoundland and Labrador’s reopening plan that follows five “alert levels” days after models showed the first wave of… Read more »
Saskatchewan Announce Travel Restrictions For Northern Saskatchewan
Northern Saskatchewan is currently dealing with an outbreak in La Loche and on Wednesday, Health officials reported the province’s sixth death Wednesday of a person in their… Read more »
Saskatchewan Introduces $400 Per Month Temporary Wage Supplement For Lower Income Essential Workers
The government of Saskatchewan has introduced a $400 per month temporary wage supplement for lower-income essential workers at senior-care, group homes, childcare facilities, and emergency and transition… Read more »
Watch Penguins Taking a Stroll Through Alberta’s Giant Mall
Marine Life, located in West Edmonton Mall, is home to two distinct attractions – Sea Life Caverns & Sea Lions’ Rock. Marine Life is an underground aquarium that… Read more »
Alberta to Reopen From May 1 Starting With Parks Access – Alberta’s Relaunch Plan
The government of Alberta has announced Alberta’s relaunch strategy. Alberta is planning to reopen dental offices and golf courses shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic as early… Read more »
Ontario Releases Reopening Guidelines For Businesses
Ontario is not yet setting dates for restarting the economy, but today the province is providing guidelines to businesses for how to reopen safely, including ground markings… Read more »
Montreal Hospital to Test Disinfection Robot That Uses Ultraviolet Rays
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre says it will soon conduct the first Canadian test of a robot that uses ultraviolet light to disinfect. … Read more »
Daiya Foods Introduce New and Revamped Cheeze Shreds, Burritos, and Veggie Crust Pizzas
Daiya Foods has introduced four new and revamped plant-based foods including Veggie Crust Pizzas, Cutting Board Cheeze Shreds, Gluten-free Thin Crust Pizzas, and Burritos. NEW & REVAMPED… Read more »
Rules & Guidelines for Manitoba Businesses That Will Reopen on May 4
The Manitoba government has released its plan for easing restrictions that were put in place to limit the spread of COVID-19. Premier Brian Pallister says the phased-in… Read more »
Manitoba Announces Reopening Framework with Many Services Opening From May 4
The Manitoba government has announced a multi-phased reopening framework, “Restoring Safe Services: Manitoba’s Pandemic Economic Recovery Roadmap” that will see some businesses and services start reopening from… Read more »
Canadian Forces Snowbirds Aerobatics Team to Flyover Canada Starting in Nova Scotia
The Canadian Armed Forces is deploying its famed Snowbirds aerobatics team on a cross-country tour aimed at boosting morale as Canadians continue to struggle with the COVID-19… Read more »