Bivalent COVID-19 vaccine shots now available to Albertans
Appointment bookings for the vaccine that targets both the original COVID-19 strain as well as the Omicron variant opened to Albertans on Wednesday.
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'The time is now': Doctors ask Canadians how to reform primary care
A family doctor and other researchers are asking Canadians to share their experiences with the country's primary health-care system and what they want from it, as a way to help guide future reform.
Canada has now ended its COVID-19 travel restrictions, mask mandates
As of this morning, travellers to Canada do not need to show proof of vaccination against COVID-19 -- and wearing a mask on planes and trains is now optional, though it is still recommended.
Long COVID: What science has learned about the loss of smell and taste
Some five per cent of global COVID-19 survivors have now developed long-lasting taste and smell problems, according to a 2022 study. More than two years into the pandemic, researchers found an estimated 15 million people may still have problems perceiving odours, while 12 million may struggle with taste.
Ringo Starr cancels Winnipeg concert due to COVID-19 diagnosis
Ringo Starr won’t be coming to Winnipeg this week after being diagnosed with COVID-19.
Quebec reports two more deaths related to COVID-19
Quebec reported two new COVID-19 deaths Monday, bringing the total deaths from the virus to 16,799 since the pandemic began.
Worker put on unpaid leave for refusing to get vaccinated was not fired, B.C. court rules
A B.C. accountant who sued her employer over its mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy has had her claim dismissed.
B.C. experts call for more to be done to counter COVID-19 misinformation about vaccines, ivermectin
Two Vancouver medical experts are calling for more to be done to counter the spread of COVID-19 misinformation, after a fresh warning was issued about taking ivermectin.
'Huge demand' could haunt Halloween supply issues amid trick-or-treating rebound
After two years of COVID-19 restrictions curbing Halloween, Canadians are expected to ramp up celebrations this year. But the rising cost of goods and ongoing supply chain issues could put a kink in demand for costumes, candy and decorations.
Air pollution exposure increases risk of COVID-19 hospitalization: study
Exposure to air pollution increases the risk of COVID-19 hospitalization by up to 30 per cent for fully vaccinated patients, according to a new study.
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Countdown begins: New Alberta UCP leader, premier to be decided in 3 days
Alberta is three days away from learning who its next premier is.
Emergency crews on scene of 'serious' crash near Westlock
Emergency crews are on scene of a serious motor vehicle collision on Highway 654, just east of Highway 777, southwest of Westlock.
Fiber optic cables cut twice in community west of Edmonton resulting in cell phone outage
Police are investigating after fiber optic cables were cut in the Jarvis Lake area on Aug. 31 and Sept. 22.
Rural Alta. community nearing 100 days without overnight emergency service
The emergency department at a health-care centre north of Edmonton has not been open overnight since July.
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New month, same warmer-than-average temperatures for the Edmonton area.
Wanted man not found after police close south Edmonton area
A portion of Rabbit Hill Road SW was closed on Sunday as Edmonton police searched a home for a person wanted on outstanding warrants.
The gig is up: Alberta Premier Jason Kenney set to step down from top job
Don't cry for me, Alberta, I was leaving anyway. It's Premier Jason Kenney's swan song message as he prepares to depart the province's top job, forced out by the very United Conservative Party he willed into existence.
Raptors feed off Edmonton energy to beat Jazz in pre-season debut
The Toronto Raptors opened their exhibition season on Sunday by being simply dominant in their Canadian home away from home, beating the Utah Jazz 114-82 in a pre-season game in Edmonton.
'Huge demand' could haunt Halloween supply issues amid trick-or-treating rebound
After two years of COVID-19 restrictions curbing Halloween, Canadians are expected to ramp up celebrations this year. But the rising cost of goods and ongoing supply chain issues could put a kink in demand for costumes, candy and decorations.
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Remains of man abducted in Toronto found in Uxbridge, Ont.
Police say Ariel Kaplan was abducted from Toronto before he was murdered and his body was put in a hockey bag.
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Ukrainian troops claim gains in Russia-annexed region
Ukrainian troops pushed forward Monday with their offensive that has embarrassed Moscow, with Kyiv officials and foreign observers hinting at new gains in the strategic southern region of Kherson that the Kremlin wants to annex.
'The time is now': Doctors ask Canadians how to reform primary care
A family doctor and other researchers are asking Canadians to share their experiences with the country's primary health-care system and what they want from it, as a way to help guide future reform.
Ontario education workers vote 96.5 per cent in favour of strike
Ontario education workers such as custodians, early childhood educators and school administration staff have voted 96.5 per cent in favour of a strike, the Canadian Union of Public Employees announced Monday.
The big day is here: Quebecers head to the polls
Quebecers are casting their votes Monday after a five-week election campaign. Incumbent premier Francois Legault's CAQ party has held a comfortable lead since the campaign began, but the battle for second has been tight between the four main opposition parties: Liberals, Quebec solidaire, Parti Quebecois and Conservative Party of Quebec.
Canada to sanction 25 Iran officials and morality police after Mahsa Amini death
Canada is sanctioning 25 senior Iranian officials and nine government entities following a violent crackdown on anti-government protests in Iran.
Sacheen Littlefeather, who declined Oscar on Brando's behalf, dies at 75
Native American actress and activist Sacheen Littlefeather, who declined the best actor award on behalf of Marlon Brando during an Oscars protest in 1973, has died aged 75, the motion picture Academy said on Monday.
More than 20,000 Nova Scotians still in the dark 10 days after Fiona, most schools reopen
More than 20,000 Nova Scotians are still without power as restoration efforts continue 10 days after post-tropical storm Fiona.
Hurricane Orlene hits Mexico's Pacific coast near Mazatlan
Hurricane Orlene made landfall on Mexico's Pacific coast near the tourist town of Mazatlan on Monday. Orlene lost some strength after roaring over the Islas Maria, a former prison colony being developed as a tourist draw.
Feds seek organization to administer Black-led philanthropic fund
The federal government has begun its search for an organization to administer an endowment fund aimed at bolstering the economic and social well-being of Black Canadians.
Calgary
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Countdown begins: New Alberta UCP leader, premier to be decided in 3 days
Alberta is three days away from learning who its next premier is.
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Southview shooting sends 1 man to hospital
An 18-year-old man suffered a gunshot wound to the leg in a southeast Calgary neighbourhood Sunday evening.
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Canmore RCMP arrest 4 following string of garage, vehicle break-ins
Four suspects have been charged following several garage and vehicle break-ins in Canmore.
Saskatoon
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Prince Albert police hope photo of shoe will help identify female found dead following a vehicle fire
Prince Albert police are asking for the public's help in identifying a female found dead following a vehicle fire on Sunday.
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Saskatoon pedestrian killed in collision
A man struck by a vehicle has died from his injuries, according to Saskatoon police.
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Canada headed for 'severe' and 'inevitable' recession in 2023: economist
Canada is headed for a 'severe' and 'almost inevitable' recession in early 2023, according to the head of economics at Macquarie Group, which states Canada will face an approximately three per cent contraction in gross domestic product and a five per cent rise in its unemployment rate during the predicted recession.
Regina
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Prairie premiers calling for restoration of pre-pandemic hours at land border crossings
Canada’s prairie premiers and two United States governors are calling for the restoration of pre-pandemic hours at land border crossings.
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Parkade project at Regina General Hospital moving forward, site chosen
After complaints over lack of parking and safety concerns, the Government of Saskatchewan has formally chosen a location for a parkade near Regina General Hospital.
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Atlantic
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Ten days after Fiona, P.E.I. residents without power alarmed at pace of response
Residents of Prince Edward Island say they're growing exhausted, anxious and cold as thousands remain without power 10 days after post-tropical storm Fiona swept through the region.
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More than 20,000 Nova Scotians still in the dark 10 days after Fiona, most schools reopen
More than 20,000 Nova Scotians are still without power as restoration efforts continue 10 days after post-tropical storm Fiona.
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Thousands still in the dark as most P.E.I. schools reopen 10 days after Fiona
Many Islanders are back to school or work 10 days after post-tropical storm Fiona hit Prince Edward Island on Sept. 23, but thousands of Maritime Electric customers still do not have power.
Toronto
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Ontario education workers vote 96.5 per cent in favour of strike
Ontario education workers such as custodians, early childhood educators and school administration staff have voted 96.5 per cent in favour of a strike, the Canadian Union of Public Employees announced Monday.
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Toronto man was abducted before his remains were found in a hockey bag floating in a pond, police say
A Toronto man whose remains were found floating in an Uxbridge, Ont. pond last spring was abducted from Toronto before he was murdered and his body was put in a hockey bag, police say.
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Police urging caution after 'aggressive' coyotes try to attack a person in Scarborough
Toronto police are advising people to use caution in Scarborough’s Guildwood area after two “aggressive” coyotes reportedly tried to attack a person.
Montreal
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The big day is here: Quebecers head to the polls
Quebecers are casting their votes Monday after a five-week election campaign. Incumbent premier Francois Legault's CAQ party has held a comfortable lead since the campaign began, but the battle for second has been tight between the four main opposition parties: Liberals, Quebec solidaire, Parti Quebecois and Conservative Party of Quebec.
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Poll worker blocks Quebec solidaire leader's photo op on voting day
The photo op for Quebec solidaire co-spokesperson Gabriel Nadeau-Dubois at his voting station did not go as plan when an election worker blocked his photographers from getting a pic of him casting his ballot.
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Quebec votes: Party leaders make last appeals in final hours of campaign
Quebec's major party leaders made their final appeals to voters Sunday as residents across the province prepared to cast their ballots on Oct. 3. Polls are open from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern time Monday. During that time, Quebecers will endorse or condemn their leaders' conduct during major language law overhauls, existential questions on provincial identity, and of course, the pandemic.
Kitchener
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Kitchener, Ont. resident wins biggest jackpot in Major League Baseball history
A person from Kitchener, Ont. is nearly $4 million richer after winning the biggest jackpot in Major League Baseball history.
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Vehicle smashes into Guelph home
Guelph police shut down a section of Grange Road for around an hour on Monday after a vehicle left the roadway and crashed into the front of a house.
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Ontario education workers vote 96.5 per cent in favour of strike
Ontario education workers such as custodians, early childhood educators and school administration staff have voted 96.5 per cent in favour of a strike, the Canadian Union of Public Employees announced Monday.
