Federal government to match Canadian donations to Lebanon after Beirut explosions
The federal government will match donations made by Canadians seeking to help those impacted by the devastating explosions in Lebanon. Continue reading
Canada reports 396 new coronavirus infections, 4 deaths; total cases top 118K
Provincial and territorial health authorities also confirmed another four people have died as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. Continue reading
Canada to provide $5M to Lebanon after deadly blasts: Champagne
In a tweet Wednesday evening, Francois-Philippe Champagne said Canada is “providing an initial $5 million in humanitarian assist for the people of Lebanon.” Continue reading
Canada sees 343 new coronavirus cases as global infections top 18.4 million
Provincial and territorial health authorities also confirmed another 11 people have died as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. Continue reading
Canada reports 147 new coronavirus cases as the country celebrates the Civic Holiday
Only a handful of provinces released new numbers on Monday, with many opting to wait until after the holiday to do so. Continue reading
Canada’s deficit ‘manageable’ without tax increase if COVID-19 measures temporary: PBO
Canada’s economic deficit could be “manageable” without a dramatic increase in taxes, the country’s Parliamentary Budget Officer says. Continue reading
‘Not planning on going anywhere’: TikTok fires back after Trump plans to ban app
The popular short-video app TikTok is firing back after U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday he would be banning it from operating in the United States. Continue reading
Coronavirus: Here’s how each province, territory is handling back-to-school
Here’s a look at each province and territory’s back-to-school plan. Continue reading
Canada sees 478 new coronavirus infections as world case count nears 17 million
The number of novel coronavirus cases in Canada hovered just under 115,500 on Wednesday, as the country recorded 478 new cases. Continue reading
Ethics commissioner sets sights on Morneau as WE Charity grant probe expands
The scope of the ethics inquiry into the federal government’s dealings with WE Charity has now been broadened to include Finance Minister Bill Morneau. Continue reading
Canada investigating after reports of ‘unsolicited seeds’ delivered by mail
The agency said anyone who receives a seed package should contact their regional CFIA office immediately. Continue reading
What is the WE Charity scandal and who are the Kielburger brothers?
Who are the Kielburger brothers, what is WE Charity and what is the scandal surrounding them? Continue reading
People who wear face masks do not stop washing their hands: study
People who choose to wear a face mask are not likely to wash their hands less as a result, a new study has found. Continue reading
Canada reports 415 new coronavirus cases, 11 new deaths as global infections rise
The number of novel coronavirus cases in Canada hovered just below 114,600 on Monday, as the country recorded 415 new cases. Continue reading
Model shows how many COVID-19 infected travellers could arrive at U.S. border in Ontario
Tuite said if Ontario sees 1,000 travellers a day at the U.S. border, approximately two of those travellers will be infected with COVID-19. Continue reading