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Ottawa extends rules and restrictions for travelers amid rising COVID-19 case counts

Ottawa extends rules and restrictions for travelers amid rising COVID-19 case counts

The federal government says it's extending a slew of travel restrictions and rules meant to curb the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic into the new year as case counts continue their steady rise across the country.
PM put all vaccine 'eggs' in one China basket, didn't consider other options: O'Toole

PM put all vaccine 'eggs' in one China basket, didn't consider other options: O'Toole

OTTAWA — Conservative Leader Erin O’Toole accused the Liberal government Sunday of putting too much emphasis on partnering with a Chinese company for a COVID-19 vaccine in what turned out to be a failed deal.
Canadian labour leader hopes Biden’s efforts pressure Canada on climate, jobs

Canadian labour leader hopes Biden’s efforts pressure Canada on climate, jobs

Canada accounts for almost half, or 48 per cent, of U.S. crude oil imports and over a fifth of U.S. refinery input.
European Tapeworm Spreads Through Alberta Coyote Population

European Tapeworm Spreads Through Alberta Coyote Population

EM spreads through our wildlife populations in a cycle between carnivores (such as coyotes and foxes) and rodents (such as mice and voles).
700 more Alberta peace officers to enforce COVID-19 rules

700 more Alberta peace officers to enforce COVID-19 rules

On Friday, the province announced an additional 1,227 COVID-19 cases.
Prepare for winter driving and buckle up

Prepare for winter driving and buckle up

The Alberta Government statistics show an overall increase of 65.9 percent of crashes occurring in winter over the holiday season.
Small Business Saturday encourages shoppers to buy local this holiday season

Small Business Saturday encourages shoppers to buy local this holiday season

A new retail shopping event has arrived, encouraging consumers to support local, independent businesses during the holiday season.
Feds unveil more funding for dairy, poultry and egg farmers hurt by free trade deals

Feds unveil more funding for dairy, poultry and egg farmers hurt by free trade deals

OTTAWA — Canadian egg and poultry farmers who've lost domestic market share due to two recent free trade agreements will have access to $691 million in federal cash.
COVID-19 cases in Canada remain on troubling course, Tam says, amid rising numbers

COVID-19 cases in Canada remain on troubling course, Tam says, amid rising numbers

Canada's top doctor says the country is still on a troubling track for new COVID-19 infections as case counts continue mounting in much of the country. Chief Medical Health Officer Dr.
Canadians’ trail use up significantly during COVID-19: Survey

Canadians’ trail use up significantly during COVID-19: Survey

Among Canadians 18-24 and 25-34, usage has increased by 55 and 52 per cent respectively.
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