Active cases of COVID-19 in Alberta increase to 799 after 98 new cases reported Friday
Alberta reported 98 new cases of COVID-19 and two more deaths Friday.
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Why experts say dividing travellers by vaccination status at airports is a good idea
As Canada prepares to welcome non-essential international travellers, two international airports are implementing separate lines for arriving passengers based on their vaccination status. Here’s what experts have to say about the decision.
Ontario reports dip in COVID-19 cases after four days above 150 mark
After four straight days of new COVID-19 case counts above 150, the number of infections in Ontario has dipped yet again.
Quebec reports 298 more COVID-19 cases since Friday, 75 in past 24 hours
Quebec began the week by adding 298 more positive COVID-19 cases to the overall total since the start of the pandemic, which is 376,828.
Fauci says U.S. headed in 'wrong direction' on coronavirus
The United States is in an 'unnecessary predicament' of soaring COVID-19 cases fueled by unvaccinated Americans and the virulent delta variant, the U.S.'s top infectious diseases expert said Sunday.
The pandemic is 'spiraling out of control' due to unvaccinated people, Trump-era administration official says
For anyone who loves freedom and hates mask mandates or remote learning, Trump administration surgeon general Dr. Jerome Adams has a blunt message: Get vaccinated.
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Retirement levels expected to surge after pandemic-era slump: RBC report
A new report from RBC Economics says it expects a renewed surge of retirements in the second half of this year as Canada works to get past the pandemic.
'I quit': Wave of resignations prompts concerns over labour shortage
As the Canadian economy emerges from more than 15 months of COVID-19 restrictions and workers begin to return to the office, experts say a wave of employee resignations could trigger labour shortages in a variety of sectors.
Black-owned restaurants expect long recovery times from pandemic lows
Black restaurant owners say the pandemic has made things even tougher and predict that it could be months or even years before they recoup lost earnings, but they're bent on not letting the health crisis get the best of them.
Pattie Lovett-Reid: Don't give in to the urge to splurge as COVID-19 lockdowns ease
Canadians have been saving more during the pandemic, with many enjoying some financial flexibility for the first time, writes Chief Financial Commentator Pattie Lovett-Reid in her latest blog on CTVNews.ca. But we don't want to blow it now, especially with debt levels still stubbornly high.
CRA estimates 30,000 self-employed people may not have to repay CERB
The Canada Revenue Agency says thousands of self-employed workers who received emergency benefits last year won't have to repay any of it, as long as they meet certain conditions.
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COVID-19 in Alberta: New cases surge with 387 new infections reported over the weekend
After weeks of declining case counts and low test positivity, leading indicators of the pandemic over the last week show Alberta's COVID-19 situation could soon worsen.
Who's the Mad Trapper of Rat River? These forensic experts are 'one step closer' to finding out
July marks the 90th anniversary of the arrival of the ‘Mad Trapper of Rat River’ to Canada, who's widely known as a mysterious trapper that shot three RCMP officers during the largest manhunt in Canadian history.
Veteran pilot honoured with Snowbirds fly-over for 100th birthday
One Edmontonian received a special birthday surprise to help celebrate the occasion of turning 100.
Woman seriously injured after police chase, crash on Jasper Avenue
A woman is in hospital with serious injuries after she crashed her vehicle during a police chase on Jasper Avenue early Monday morning.
Fire crews rescue dog in need at Terwillegar Dog Park
Edmonton firefighters helped rescue a dog from a dangerous situation Saturday.
Pedestrian killed in northern Alberta crash
Grande Prairie RCMP responded to a fatal collision with a pedestrian in Clairmont, Alta.
Yamamoto among four players to receive qualifying offers from the Edmonton Oilers
The Edmonton Oilers extended qualifying offers to forwards Tyler Benson, Cooper Marody and Kailer Yamamoto as well as goalie Stuart Skinner on Sunday.
Nurses picket outside Sturgeon Community Hospital: 'Looking for a fair contract'
Alberta's nurses union is drawing attention to the province's proposal to roll back nurses' wages by three per cent with an information picket at a St. Albert hospital.
Tony Cashman gets new plaque at city park named after him
A storyteller, historian, and radio personality now has a new plaque at the park named after him.
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Mary Simon installed as Canada's 30th Governor General
Mary Simon is now officially the Governor General of Canada, after being installed in a pared-down but historic and culturally-rich ceremony. A prominent Inuk leader and former ambassador, Simon is the 30th governor general Canada has had, and is the first Indigenous person to take on the role.
From Nunavik to Rideau Hall: How Mary Simon's home will shape her future as Governor General
In the Inuit region of Nunavik in northern Quebec, the family and friends of Canada’s newest Governor General, Mary Simon, swell with pride as they reflect on how far she’s come.
'I will strive to build bridges': Read Gov. Gen. Mary Simon's first speech
Mary Simon conveyed a message of hope, inclusiveness, and resilience as she delivered her first speech after being sworn in as the country's 30th Governor General and the first Indigenous person to hold the position.
Mac Neil wins Canada's first gold in Tokyo Games first in women's 100 butterfly
Swimmer Margaret Mac Neil has won Canada's first gold medal of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
Quebec offers extra dose to travellers whose vaccination status isn't recognized
Quebec is offering an extra dose of mRNA vaccine to people who want to travel to countries that don't recognize their vaccination status.
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Canadians nabbing medals at the 2020 Tokyo Games
Canada added to its count, winning the country's first gold medal of the Tokyo Games in swimming while adding a bronze in judo.
Mixed vaccines causing issues for some desperate travellers
Some cruise lines are not accepting passengers who received mixed-and-matched COVID-19 vaccine doses. CTV’s Genevieve Beauchemin reports.
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