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Value Village locations in Hamilton – and North America – closed for coronavirus pandemic
Value Village locations across Canada are closing for two weeks out of concern for the novel coronavirus pandemic, the company has confirmed.
‘We’re relying on you’: This Canadian family hiding from the novel coronavirus has a message for you
From coast to coast to coast, Vancouver family wants you to practice social distancing.
Scugog chamber seeking updates on business hours, delivery options
The Scugog Chamber of Commerce is calling on local businesses to share details about their hours, delivery options and other changes due to the arrival of the COVID-19 virus.
Death toll from COVID-19 passes 10,000; Air Canada lays off over 5,000 employees
The latest novel coronavirus news from Canada and around the world Friday.
The coronavirus numbers are growing faster than we can report them, and will continue to if we don’t stay away from each other
The province reported 43 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday afternoon.
McMaster researchers get $1.8 million to fight COVID-19
Two Hamilton projects focus on helping the search for antiviral treatments and vaccines.
Are we actually flattening the curve? How Canada compares to countries around the world
A week ago, Ontarians were allowed to gather in crowds of 250 despite the global coronavirus pandemic.
EB Games launch expected to attract hundreds — despite advisory asking non-essential stores to close
Some EB Games employees in the GTA are outraged over the much-anticipated release of two new video games which they say could draw big crowds to their stores on Friday morning and put the public at risk.
COVID-19: No visitors allowed at St. Joe’s, Hamilton hits 23 cases, Halton man dies
Hamilton now has two patients in hospital at St. Joseph’s Healthcare, including a resident of Heritage Green long-term care home
Online courses, educational TV programs among plans for Ontario students during COVID-19 shutdown
The alternative methods are expected to be a stopgap measure and not count toward a student’s grade, sources told the Star.
Air Canada lays off over 5,000 employees; Toronto to give 60-day grace period on property tax, utility bills
The latest novel coronavirus news from Canada and around the world Friday.
UPDATE: Balmy temperatures fall; cold front to blow through Hamilton
The wind brings with it the potential for power outages in the affected area
It could take months to stop spread of COVID-19: Hamilton public health
Hamilton hospital leaders predict an escalation in social distancing and warn against getting back to normal too soon
Hungry for help: COVID-19 pandemic shutters some homeless meal programs
Public health pleas for social isolation have shut down some volunteer-run hot meal programs for the homeless. But other groups are trying to fill the void with bagged lunches and takeout meals.
Fears COVID-19 could spread through Hamilton nursing home as it did in B.C.
Public health is investigating who the 80-year-old woman with coronavirus came in contact with 24 hours before showing symptoms
Order issued against AIM Recycling’s east-end site
AIM Recycling has been ordered to reduce the size of a massive pile of scrap cars and appliances
McMaster med students help their future colleagues during COVID-19
Running errands, buying groceries and babysitting to assist those on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic
Mississauga Marathon postponed due to coronavirus
Organizers of the Mississauga Marathon have decided to postpone this year's event in an effort to help limit the spread of coronavirus.
Foot traffic low at Mississauga, Brampton malls following coronavirus state of emergency declaration
Shopping malls in Mississauga and Brampton are much quieter than usual following a state of emergency declaration issued for Ontario during the coronavirus crisis.
Solidarity protest barriers being cleared at Highway 6 bypass in Caledonia
OPP on Friday will help finish clearing of barricades that demonstrators started moving on Thursday to reopen Highway 6 bypass in Caledonia
COVID-19: Hamilton hits 23 cases, Halton man dies
Hamilton now has two patients in hospital at St. Joseph’s Healthcare, including a resident of Heritage Green long-term care home
Sunwing offers free seats on repatriation flights to stranded Canadians
Sunwing aims to fly about 11,000 Canadians back to home soil by Thursday
B.C. reports eighth COVID-19 death, Alberta its first, bringing Canadian fatalities to 12; Canada/U.S. border likely to close Friday night
The latest novel coronavirus news from Canada and around the world Thursday.
Minding your mental health: Ways to cope during the COVID-19 outbreak
As the novel coronavirus makes it’s way around the world, the isolation, fear and anxiety can take a toll on your mental health.
Africa sees ‘extremely rapid evolution’ of pandemic, UN says
WHO’s Africa chief Dr. Matshidiso Moeti said she did not believe that large numbers of infected people are going undetected in Africa. However, she did acknowledge a challenge in the shortage of testing kits.
A coronavirus explosion was expected in Japan. Where is it?
The government contends it has been aggressive in identifying clusters and containing the spread, but critics argue Japan has been lax in testing.
Gabbard ends long-shot 2020 bid, throws support to Biden
Noting their political differences, Hawaii congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard said she respected Biden and had confidence in the motivations of his campaign effort.
Alberta reports first COVID-19 death; Halton announces second COVID-19 death as Ontario reports 43 new cases; Italy death toll surpasses China; Canada/U.S. border likely to close Friday night
The latest novel coronavirus news from Canada and around the world Thursday.
Stelco, LCBO among workplaces where employees still expected to punch in
Stelco installs temperature sensors at entrances among pandemic measures
Answering scientific questions about COVID-19
The number of cases can rise exponentially and quickly, given there’s no built-up immunity in the population
Stock watchdogs warn of COVID-19 fraud schemes
Investment watchdogs warn of COVID-19 fraud schemes, ask Canadians to report them
US pauses Afghanistan deployments, isolates arrivals amidst COVID-19 fears
The U.S. military says it is pausing the movement of any new troops into Afghanistan and is quarantining 1,500 troops and civilians who recently arrived in order to protect them from the coronavirus, the top commander in the country said Thursday.
Halton announces second COVID-19 death as Ontario reports 43 new cases; Italy death toll surpasses China; 1,300 new Telehealth lines added Thursday; Canada/U.S. border likely to close Friday night;
The latest novel coronavirus news from Canada and around the world Thursday.
Worker at Toyota plant in Cambridge tests positive for COVID-19
A worker at the Toyota manufacturing plant in Cambridge has tested positive for COVID-19.
Halton man dies of COVID-19
Hamilton now has two patients in hospital at St. Joseph’s Healthcare, including a resident of Heritage Green long-term care home.
How to access federal financial help
Some details on how to access federal financial help if affected by COVID-19
Can a Canadian still get home? What closing the U.S. border over coronavirus means for you and your family
The longest undefended border in the world is suddenly becoming much harder to cross in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Production at Brampton Chrysler plant shut down due to coronavirus concerns
The Brampton Fiat Chrysler plant is shutting down production due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
Dundas Sisters of St. Joseph staff relocating as school conversion proposal faces long review
Traffic safety findings among information to be shared with public
‘Bully offers’ eclipse coronavirus woes in Canada’s home market
As the pandemic upends the real estate business, along with everything else, the country’s indefatigable buyers are taking some pause — but, so far, not much.
Justin Trudeau says to prepare for ‘weeks or months’ of social distancing
OTTAWA—Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canadians could face months of social distancing as provincial and federal governments try to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Man treated for coronavirus in Oakville and Milton is dead
Halton Public Health has confirmed the second death in Ontario related to COVID-19.
Cannabis purchases higher amid coronavirus crisis
Toronto residents are finding alternative ways to out the COVID-19 quarantine.
Cousins of late Barry Sherman lose final battle in their claim for $1 billion from Apotex-founder’s fortune
Spearheaded for years by Kerry Winter, the cousins had claimed that Sherman cheated them out of one-fifth of his wealth.
She went with her employer to Mexico. Now this Filipina nanny can’t get back into Canada because of the pandemic
Temporary residents are not exempt from Canadian-U.S. border closing.
Chai Lifeline Canada launches coronavirus arts and crafts drive for quarantined kids
North York based charity Chai Lifeline Canada has launched an arts and crafts drive to help Canadian families with hospitalized or homebound children during the coronavirus pandemic.
COVID-19: Do I need to be tested and how does it work?
As anxiety levels spike and more people question whether they are feeling OK, here’s what you need to know
Officials confirm two new coronavirus cases in Durham Region
Number of confirmed cases now being tracked in Durham is 10
Resident of long-term care home Heritage Green has COVID-19
Resident of the Stoney Creek facility is one of four new cases in Hamilton. Halton also has six new cases.
Huge backlog in coronavirus test results means Ontario is making decisions based on old information
“There is a load issue,” says provincial chief medical officer of health
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