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Testing wastewater could help detect second wave of COVID-19
As Canada continues to struggle to keep up with the level of COVID-19 tests needed to fend off a potential second wave of the viral disease, researchers say the best early warning system for a second wave could be right beneath our feet — in the sewers.
Pandemic response hampered by lack of data-sharing
Difficulties gathering federal data on the spread of COVID-19 has hampered Canada's response to the pandemic, experts told Members of Parliament over several hours of scathing testimony.
Montreal researchers are preparing to test potential COVID-19 vaccines
Montreal researchers have begun recruiting participants to test potential COVID-19 vaccines, a key step in the eventual production of a vaccine.
As Quebecers wear COVID face masks, hope for tolerance of religious garb
Three years ago, Warda Lacoste was at the centre of a fight against Quebec's attempt to ban religious face coverings for people who were giving or receiving public services.
Ontario's premier shows how he makes cheesecake
Ontario's premier has released a "Cooking with Doug" video showing how he makes cherry cheesecake.
Next Conservative leader will get a party ready to win, says Scheer
Outgoing Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer chuckled on Friday, May 15, 2020, when asked if he wishes he had done anything differently during his time at the party's helm.
Canada to announce extension of subsidies and aid for medical researchers
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is expected to announce today, May 15 ,2020, an extension to the federal government's 75 per cent emergency wage subsidy — just as businesses across the country are taking the first cautious steps towards reopening after a two-month, pandemic-induced shutdown.
Fighting COVID-19 could set back fight against superbugs
Copious use of hand sanitizer and disinfectant is crucial in the fight against COVID-19, but it could be setting Canada back in the battle against superbugs.
B.C. $120 million plan to clean up inactive oil and gas wells revealed
British Columbia has announced details on how it plans to spend $120 million in federal funds earmarked for cleaning up inactive oil and gas well sites across the province.
Feds to unveil details of $1 billion in regional aid for small businesses
The federal government will disclose details today of nearly $1 billion in emergency aid to be doled out to small businesses through its six regional economic development agencies.