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Top doctor says COVID numbers trending down
Canada crossed another disheartening threshold in the COVID-19 pandemic on Saturday, February 6, 2021, even as the country's top doctor said there are hopeful signs with case counts and hospitalizations gradually trending downward.
Former defence chief accused of misconduct under investigation by military police
The Department of National Defence says military police have launched an investigation following allegations former defence chief Jonathan Vance engaged in inappropriate conduct.
B.C.'s COVID restrictions may stay in place longer, province's top doctor says
Restrictions on social gatherings and events to contain the spread of COVID-19 are supposed to lift in British Columbia today, February 5, 2021, but the provincial health officer has indicated that may not happen.
Fourth-quarter losses for Canadian oilsands giant Suncor Energy
Canadian oilsands and refining giant Suncor Energy Inc. is reporting a fourth-quarter net loss of $168 million or 11 cents per share, compared with a net loss of $2.34 billion or $1.52 in the same period of 2019.
Trudeau and U.S. Vice-President Kamala Harris talk about COVID and Buy American
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke by phone today with U.S. Vice-President Kamala Harris, her first call with a foreign leader since taking office.
Delays focus national discussion on Canada's vaccination drive
Canada's national vaccine rollout seems poised to dominate COVID-19 discussions in the coming week as Canada enters the 11th month of life during a global pandemic.
Alberta oil inquiry head seeks responses from those he named for 'misconduct'
The commissioner of Alberta's inquiry into the funding of oil and gas industry critics says a deadline extension will allow more time for the inquiry to get responses from the people it names.
These COVID-19 clinics specialize in treating 'long haulers'
Lorraine Graves barely has the energy to hold a pen some days as "brain fog" leaves her forgetful and sudden worsening vision has her increasing the font size on her computer.
Alberta to ease some COVID-19 restrictions
Alberta Premier Jason Kenney announced on Friday, January 29, 2021, that some COVID-19 public health measures will be eased on indoor fitness centres, school sports, restaurants and bars due to lower hospitalization numbers.