Alberta's pandemic ICU high is still 3 weeks away: officials
The 177 Albertans in intensive care units sick with COVID-19 could grow to 200 or more by the first week of June, officials expect.
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Canada unlikely to follow U.S. approach to easing COVID-19 masking rules: doctor
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says people fully vaccinated against COVID-19 no longer need to wear masks outdoors and in most indoor settings, but one of Canada's top public health officials suggests a different approach would be taken here.
Provinces issued more COVID-19 tickets during second wave: CCLA report
Provinces became more punitive in their approach to COVID-19 infractions during the second wave of the pandemic, says the Canadian Civil Liberties Association in a report that suggests Quebec and Manitoba were particularly forceful in handing out tickets.
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Just over 98 per cent of B.C.'s recent COVID-19 cases involved people who were either unvaccinated or had only been vaccinated for less than three weeks, according to health officials.
Ontario will begin vaccinating students ages 12 to 17 and their families at the end of May
At Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s announcement of the two week extension to the provincewide stay-home-order, he said this time will be dedicated to vaccinating as many teachers and students as possible.
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CRA says it had 'two to three times' as many people calling with tax queries in 2021 tax season
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Accountants, politicians call on Canada Revenue Agency to delay income tax deadline
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With income tax deadlines approaching, the federal government is warnings that filing late could mean delays of up to two months for anyone hoping to receive any of the various COVID-19 financial relief benefits.
Why doctors, advocates are calling for permanent paid sick days for Canadian workers
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Sickness benefit available, feds willing to help provinces vaccinate: PM Trudeau
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is reminding front-line workers about the availability of a federal sick leave benefit, and is offering premiers more help to speed up their vaccine rollouts as the country faces a third major surge in new cases.
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1,558 COVID-19 cases reported in Alberta as province sets new mask exemption rules
New mask exemption rules were revealed by the province’s top doctor on Thursday as the province reported 1,558 cases of COVID-19.
At some local businesses, your COVID-19 shot can get you more than just immunity
Some Edmonton businesses are giving their customers extra motivation to get a COVID-19 vaccination.
UCP removes Todd Loewen and Drew Barnes from caucus after Kenney criticism
Two MLAs have been removed from the caucus of Alberta's United Conservative Party following their criticism of Premier Jason Kenney.
Alberta's pandemic ICU high is still 3 weeks away: officials
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NEW | Problems mount for 2 Edmonton-area restaurants hit by thieves
As Alberta restaurateurs are forced to weather another round of COVID-19-induced restrictions that currently allow them to serve customers through pickup and delivery only – at least two Edmonton-area restaurants are dealing with another challenge: theft.
RCMP warn public of car thefts at EIA after 2 men arrested
The RCMP are asking the public to ensure they leave no valuables in their vehicles prior to boarding their flight at the Edmonton International Airport (EIA).
City celebrates diversity and inclusion with new crosswalks
City crews painted crosswalks last night to help celebrate diversity and Pride Week.
Eastern Alberta drug-trafficking investigation seizes $80K, firearms and drugs
A nearly six-month-long investigation by various law enforcement agencies in eastern Alberta have led to two arrests and kilograms worth of drugs seized.
Ottawa invests $3.4 million to support French language programs and Francophone communities in Alberta
Over $3.48 million in federal funding has been given to 28 different organizations across Alberta to help support Francophone culture and language programs.
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Canada unlikely to follow U.S. approach to easing COVID-19 masking rules: doctor
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Israeli tanks pound Gaza ahead of possible ground incursion
Israeli artillery pounded northern Gaza early Friday in an attempt to destroy a vast network of militant tunnels inside the territory, the military said, bringing the front lines closer to dense civilian areas and paving the way for a potential ground invasion.
Post-COVID-19 syndrome: New diagnosis for long-haulers' mood disorders, cognitive impairment
Patients diagnosed with post-COVID-19 syndrome, or so-called COVID-19 'long-haulers', may experience symptoms such as mood disorders, fatigue and cognitive impairment that can make it difficult to return to normal life, according to a recent study.
Greyhound Canada to cut all routes, end operations
Greyhound Canada is permanently cutting all bus routes across the country, shutting down the intercity bus carrier's operations in Canada after nearly a century of service.
'Tremendous imbalance': Some Indigenous people are waiting years for their status cards
Indigenous people applying for their Secure Certificate of Indian Status card are waiting years to receive it, even though the government says processing should take eight to 12 weeks.
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UCP caucus chair quits, calls for Kenney to resign
Dissent from within the United Conservative Party has reached new heights with a call from within caucus for Premier Jason Kenney to resign.
Burying the dead as Middle East violence continues
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