'Going in the right direction': Cases in Alberta trend down as 2 doses required for vaccine passport
The latest layer of protection against COVID-19 in Alberta takes effect Monday as two doses will be required when providing proof of vaccination.
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No risk of early pregnancy loss from COVID-19 vaccination, study finds
There is no correlation between risk of miscarriages in the first trimester and receiving the Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna or AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines, according to a new study.
Parents more hesitant to vaccinate kids than themselves, researcher says
While 82 per cent of eligible Canadians aged 12 and up are already fully vaccinated, a recent survey by Angus Reid shows only 51 per cent of parents plan to immediately vaccinate their kids when a pediatric dose becomes available.
'Going in the right direction': Cases in Alberta trend down as 2 doses required for vaccine passport
The latest layer of protection against COVID-19 in Alberta takes effect Monday as two doses will be required when providing proof of vaccination.
Nurse creates baby registry after a mother dies of COVID-19 before meeting her baby
An Arkansas nurse created a baby registry for a new father after his unvaccinated wife died of COVID-19 before meeting their baby.
New 'Delta Plus' COVID-19 strain being investigated, but is it more contagious?
A new Delta subvariant COVID-19 strain has been designated a 'Variant Under Investigation' by the U.K., saying early evidence suggests it may be more transmissible compared to Delta.
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Travelling abroad: Experts say you need insurance before you go
As tourism resumes across much of the world, experts say purchasing travel insurance is necessary if Canadians want to stay safe and enjoy a trip abroad.
New benefit for workers only intended for those in 'complete' lockdowns: Qualtrough
The federal government intends for the newly proposed lockdown benefit to apply only to individuals whose work is interrupted by a complete COVID-19 lockdown in their region. Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion Minister Carla Qualtrough said the details of the new Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit are still being ironed out, and will depend too on the public health restrictions imposed by provinces and territories.
Pattie Lovett-Reid: The perfect storm is brewing for cash-strapped Canadians
With inflation soaring, some economists are predicting that interest rate increases won't be far behind. CTV's chief financial commentator Pattie Lovett-Reid looks at what that means for your finances in her latest column on CTVNews.ca.
As some pandemic benefits expire, feds to spend $7.4B on new programs
The federal government has announced a suite of changes to the popular income and business support programs put in place during the pandemic and set to expire on Saturday. Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland reminded Canadians on Thursday that the measures were always intended to be 'temporary.'
Rising cost of living, burden of COVID-19 forcing Canadians further into debt: survey
A new survey suggests that the rising cost of living and the added burden of COVID-19 are forcing Canadians further into debt.
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'Going in the right direction': Cases in Alberta trend down as 2 doses required for vaccine passport
The latest layer of protection against COVID-19 in Alberta takes effect Monday as two doses will be required when providing proof of vaccination.
'A major disappointment': Spruce Grove charity haunted house shuttered after complaints
A family running a haunted house in Spruce Grove that supports the local food bank has been shut down after multiple complaints.
Assault and possible firearms incident in Lacombe County shuts down Highway 2A
The Lacombe Police Service and RCMP are investigating an “assault and possible firearms-related complaint” in Lacombe County Sunday evening.
Police investigate northeast Edmonton collision that split vehicle in half
Police are investigating a collision that involved two vehicles, which knocked down a light post and sent a car into a fence in northeast Edmonton.
'We all deserve and need help': Alberta businesses hope pandemic subsidies are more inclusive
While some businesses are relieved the federal government is continuing critical assistance programs, others are disappointed and confused by the new subsidies.
'You can’t break a record every day': Firefighter raises big bucks at beer festival ice bath
An Edmonton firefighter braved a prolonged ice bath Saturday to help raise awareness and money to support Muscular Dystrophy Canada.
Hundreds gather in downtown Calgary for duelling rallies over city councillor
Hundreds of protesters voicing their support and opposition of Ward 4 councillor Sean Chu gathered around city hall Sunday afternoon.
Spooky times in Griesbach for 2nd annual Pumpkin Walk
Hundreds of pumpkins and spooky creatures descended on Griesbach Saturday for the second annual Pumpkin Walk.
Canadians plan to spend more on holiday shopping this year, survey finds
Canadians plan to spend more on holiday shopping and visit more brick-and-mortar stores compared to last year, a new Retail Council of Canada survey has found.
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Military to support Saskatchewan with up to six critical care nursing officers
The Canadian Armed Forces says it's prepared to support Saskatchewan with up to six critical care nursing officers, who it says will be deployed to intensive care units.
Fire on cargo ship in B.C. under control but not known how many containers burned
Officials don't yet know how many containers burned aboard a cargo ship in a still-smouldering blaze off the coast of Victoria, a spokesman for the Canadian Coast Guard said Sunday.
James Michael Tyler, Actor Who Played Gunther on 'Friends,' Dies at 59
James Michael Tyler, an actor beloved for his portrayal of Gunther on "Friends," died of prostrate cancer on Sunday morning, his manager confirmed to Variety. He was 59.
Family of Halyna Hutchins mourns slain cinematographer as investigation into 'Rust' shooting continues
Family, peers and community members of Halyna Hutchins mourned the cinematographer's untimely death after the 42-year-old was killed on the film set of 'Rust' from a firearm mishap.
Rise in teen girls with 'tic-like' behaviours could be linked to TikTok, doctors say
A rise in teen girls developing 'tic-like' behaviours could be linked to TikTok, along with an increase in anxiety and depression, doctors say.
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