Lush cosmetics announces layoffs due to coronavirus pandemic
Published March 28, 2020 7:19 pm
The beauty retailer temporarily shuttered its 258 shops across North America two weeks ago.
Alberta government redirects school funding into COVID-19 response; NDP calls move ‘unconscionable’
Published March 28, 2020 3:53 pm
The UCP has announced it will be redirecting $128 million from education funding to be used in the province's COVID-19 response.
Alberta provincial parks close parking during COVID-19 pandemic
Published March 28, 2020 6:19 pm
In an effort to improve physical distancing and limit group sizes amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the Alberta government restricted motor vehicles from accessing parts of provincial parks.
Ontario union raises safety concerns for construction workers amid COVID-19
Published March 28, 2020 2:14 pm
With construction deemed an essential service during the COVID-19 pandemic, workers and labour unions are calling for increased inspections to ensure workers are kept safe.
Downtown Vancouver London Drugs pharmacy worker tests positive for COVID-19
Published March 28, 2020 7:45 pm
The staff member last worked at the pharmacy on West Georgia Street and Granville Street on March 18, a statement reads, and was not showing symptoms of COVID-19 at that time.
COVID-19: Can you be infected with coronavirus more than once?
Published March 3, 2020 3:23 pm
If you become infected with COVID-19 and recover, are you immune to the disease, or can you be infected more than once? Here's what experts say.
Coronavirus: Ontario to suspend all eviction notices, enforcement amid COVID-19 spread
Published March 16, 2020 10:33 pm
Ontario's announcement follows its report of 32 new cases on Monday, placing the province's total at 172 cases.
Coronavirus: Canadian company announces COVID-19 vaccine candidate
Published March 13, 2020 9:32 am
Quebec City-based Medicago said it has developed a vaccine candidate in the fight against COVID-19, which could be ready by November 2021,.
Coronavirus: St. Catharines man tests positive for COVID-19
Published March 13, 2020 1:15 pm
A man in his 80's was sent to St. Catharines Hospital on Wednesday where he subsequently tested for COVID-19.
COVID-19: How effective are household cleaners in fighting coronavirus?
Published March 2, 2020 3:03 pm
Are household cleaners effective in limiting the spread of COVID-19 and should Canadians be stockpiling these products? Here's what experts say.
How many Canadians have the new coronavirus? Total number of confirmed cases by region
Published March 9, 2020 1:51 pm
There has been a steady increase in cases per day and at least half were the result of community transmission.
Canadian research team isolates novel coronavirus behind COVID-19
Published March 12, 2020 11:28 pm
The two Ontario universities with researchers on the team are McMaster University and the University of Toronto.
What’s closed or cancelled in Toronto amid coronavirus outbreak
Published March 13, 2020 11:09 am
A multitude of events and popular attractions in Toronto and the surrounding GTA have been cancelled or closed due to the coronavirus outbreak.
What does it take to recover from coronavirus? It depends, experts say
Published March 11, 2020 2:26 pm
While the death rate is still hard to peg, experts agree that recovery depends on the severity of the new coronavirus infection.
Coronavirus: Simcoe Muskoka health unit confirms first local COVID-19 case
Published March 12, 2020 10:49 am
The man in his 40s was tested at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie, Ont., on Monday.
Coronavirus: Canada is enhancing its child-care benefit. Here’s how much parents will get
Published March 18, 2020 1:18 pm
The measure would deliver almost $2 billion in extra support for parents who may have been laid off from their jobs or unable to work due to the novel coronavirus outbreak.
Coronavirus: What are the chances of dying and who is most at risk?
Published March 2, 2020 2:57 pm
Your risk depends on a range of factors but scientists are still working to determine exactly how deadly COVID-19 is.
Trudeau closes Canadian borders to most foreign travellers amid coronavirus outbreak
Published March 16, 2020 2:59 am
Speaking to reporters from Rideau Cottage in Ottawa, Trudeau said Canada will be closing its borders to people who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada.
Coronavirus: Hamilton public health confirms 2nd positive test for COVID-19
Published March 12, 2020 1:30 pm
Hamilton Health Sciences says it received the confirmation of a positive test result on Wednesday.
Coronavirus: Many not eligible for EI sickness benefits, experts say
Published March 12, 2020 5:23 pm
Additional measures could be announced, federal Employment Minister Carla Qualtrough said in Question Period on Thursday.
Coronavirus: 3 cases of COVID-19 announced in Kingston
Published March 17, 2020 12:18 pm
Dr. Kieran Moore, medical officer at KFL&A Public Health, says three people have tested positive for the novel coronavirus in Kingston.
Coronavirus: How the Trudeau government and provinces are helping renters
Published March 18, 2020 3:34 pm
Justin Trudeau unveiled a massive $82-billion aid package to help Canadians impacted by the novel coronavirus. But is it enough?
Coronavirus: Trudeau announces economic aid package to help Canadians amid outbreak
Published March 13, 2020 1:02 pm
Justin Trudeau said the federal government is preparing a significant stimulus package to help Canadians and businesses hit hardest by the novel coronavirus outbreak.
Coronavirus: Caribbean Princess cruise ship held at sea as crew tested for COVID-19
Published March 9, 2020 12:32 pm
The ship is under a "no sail order" from the U.S Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which will require it to remain at anchor off the coast of Florida until further notice, the statement said.
Coronavirus: Some snowbirds choose to return to Canada, others stay in Florida
Published March 16, 2020 6:42 am
Ottawa's directive to immediately return from international travel over COVID-19 has left snowbirds grappling with whether to enter self-isolation in Canada or stay in sunnier climates.