Global News collaborated with the Institute for Investigative Journalism to uncover COVID-19 infection rates in Alberta's long-term care homes.

A report released on Tuesday described horrific conditions in Ontario long-term care homes, leaving many across the country wondering if their facilities have the same problems.

Despite the hardships of not being able to see his own family, one staff member said the sacrifice was worth it.

A Manitoba advocate for seniors warns the deadly coronavirus outbreaks in Ontario and Quebec care homes could still happen here if people fail to take precautions.

Families are being encouraged to send e-mails and photos, which the staff happily pass on to the residents.

A number of care homes in Alberta say they're burning through their supplies of personal protective equipment as they work to keep vulnerable seniors safe from COVID-19.

On Tuesday, IHA confirmed it had no COVID-19 outbreaks in any of its long-term care homes at this point.

Alberta's top doctor has now banned most visitors from care homes in the province. The only exception is for dying patients or those needing specialized care.

Connie Newman, executive director of the Manitoba Association of Senior Centres, says it's important to stay connected to those living in long-term care amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

The B.C. Centre for Disease Control has confirmed two cases of COVID-19 at a West Vancouver care home.