Nova Scotia strengthens COVID-19 measures for Halifax area

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Legislative bureau chief Keith Baldrey has an update on B.C.’s rapid testing rollout and why the program is expected to be accelerated.

British Columbia’s Liberal opposition called for Russian products to be pulled from BC Liquor Stores.“I’m calling on the NDP to immediately pull Russian spirits from @bcliquorstores and cease all imports of such products by the BCLDB,” Kevin Falcon wrote on Twitter. Ukraine’s president warns of ‘difficult’ night as Russia closes in on Kyiv “We should do all we can to support the people of Ukraine and not benefit Putin’s regime while this unprovoked aggression continues.”Asked about the proposal earlier Friday, B.C.

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Ukrainian military has released a statement thanking a marine for allegedly sacrificing himself in order to demolish a bridge that would allow Russian tanks to advance.The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine released the statement Friday via social media, reporting that Vitaliy Volodymyrovych Skakun, a battalion engineer, had voluntarily undertaken a mission to mine out the support structure of the Genichesky Bridge near the Kyiv before Russian forces could cross it. Shakun did not have time to flee the blast zone before detonating the explosives, and informed his battalion that he would be blowing it up regardless.The Armed Forces reported that the subsequent explosion was immediate and thwarted Russian efforts to mobilize their tank column over the bridge.Ukraine forces blew up the bridge about 30 miles north of Kyiv on Thursday in order to thwart the advance of Russian tanks toward the capital city, according to reports.The nation’s airborne assault troops targeted the bridge, which crosses the Teteriv River at Ivankiv, helping ground forces stop a Russian tank convoy, Ukraine’s Defense Ministry said, according to Newsweek.The invasion efforts reportedly included Russian troops commandeering Ukrainian military vehicles and donning Ukrainian military uniforms in order to ease their way into the city, reports said.Ukraine's foreign minister, Dmytro Kuleba, noted that the last time foreigners attacked Kyiv took place in 1941.RELATED: Ukraine crisis: How you can helpA Ukrainian military tank is seen near Potemkin Stairs in the centre of Odessa after Russia's military operation in Ukraine on Feb.

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COVID-19 struck, bringing back new restrictions and keeping people away.Now, another effort is underway.The Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal has released a new study called Relaunching Downtown Montreal with 29 recommendations to bring back office workers and visitors.The CEO of the Chamber and the Quebec Minister Responsible for Montreal held a joint discussion Friday morning talking about the plans.“The government is very aware of the situation of downtown Montreal,” Chantal Rouleau, the Minister Responsible for Montreal, said. Montrealers returning to work after city takes hit amid COVID-19 Experts say elected officials, employers and business owners shouldn’t expect a return overnight.

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Nova Scotia Premier Stephen McNeil announced on Tuesday that there were 37 new cases of the coronavirus in the province, the largest single-day increase since April 23.

Coronavirus has exacerbated the issue of internet access in rural Maritime communities These agreements with internet service providers Mainland Telecom and Bell Canada will provide connections to approximately 30 small communities across the province with high-speed internet, said the province.It is expected all homes and businesses covered by these extensions will have access to improved network by late 2023.

Nova Scotia to test Halifax bar staff and late-night patrons for COVID-19 He says younger people are visiting restaurants and spreading the virus and that the only way to control transmission is to shut them down.Meanwhile, the province is announcing a special testing strategy aimed at patrons and employees of late-night bars and restaurants – even if they don’t have symptoms of the illness.Health officials said today anyone who works in a licenced establishment or who went to a bar or restaurant in Halifax after 10 p.m. in the last two weeks should book a COVID-19 test.“Most of our recent cases of COVID-19 have been among young people who have been to late-night bars and restaurants,” Dr.

coronavirus regardless of symptoms.The strategy was announced last week as Nova Scotia saw a rise in cases of COVID-19, particularly in one demographic.“Let’s call this what it is: We’re having a problem with 18- to 35-year-olds… They’re living as if COVID doesn’t exist,” Premier Stephen McNeil said on Friday. He said the main issue is going to bars with multiple social circles at a time.A rapid testing strategy for asymptomatic staff of bars and restaurants in Halifax kicked off this week. Nova Scotia reports 11 new COVID-19 cases on Monday In a Tuesday release, the province additionally called on anyone who may have attended a bar in the HRM after 10 p.m.

Atlantic Canada’s bubble allowed free travel between the four provinces, thanks to initially low COVID-19 cases in the region. But as concerns rise over infections now slowly rising in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Prince Edward are pulling out of that bubble – for now.

Nova Scotia reports 11 new COVID-19 cases on Monday [ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]

coronavirus cases for the second day in a row.There are currently 51 known active COVID-19 cases in Nova Scotia.Chief medical officer of health Dr. Robert Strang said in a news release “COVID-19 has found its way back into our communities.”“It is the responsibility of all of us to move quickly and stop it from spreading further.

‘It’s how the premier rolls,’ NSTU leader says after premier downplays concerns in schools Last week, two schools in the HRM reported the province’s first cases of COVID-19 in the education systems which promoted Public Health to close both Auburn Drive High in Cole Harbour and Graham Creighton Junior High in Cherry Brook for two weeks.“They are day one of learning from home and teaching from home,” said Wozney, “and they are making it up as they go.”At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, 26 per cent of families in Nova Scotia said they had technology challenges with at-home learning.Black and Indigenous families were more likely to face these challenges, the province said. N.S.

COVID-19 restrictions that came into effect Monday.As Nova Scotia reported 44 active coronavirus cases on Sunday, the majority of these cases were detected in the Central Zone. Last week, health officials stated there was community transmission in the Halifax municipality.

COVID-19 cases rise in the region.The two regions backed out after Nova Scotia and New Brunswick saw an increase in cases, reporting 44 and 77 active COVID-19 cases, respectively, as of Sunday. N.B.

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]Premier Stephen McNeil said that catching even one potential case of COVID-19 can have a huge impact in stopping the spread of the virus.“It’s an important lesson that we need to limit our social contacts and follow all the other public health guidelines — wear a mask, practise social distancing and wash your hands,” he said.Results of last night’s pilot will be used to inform a broader testing strategy, the province stated.“The majority of new cases we are seeing involve social interactions — people who may or may not be symptomatic going downtown with friends and staying for several hours,” said Dr. Robert Strang, chief medical officer of health.

rent assistance program created as part of the national housing strategy, newly released documents show.So far, the Liberals have only announced deals with four provinces to deliver the Canada Housing Benefit to vulnerable renters, such as low-income families, Indigenous people, veterans and newcomers.Money is already flowing to Ontario, Nova Scotia, Saskatchewan and British Columbia but documents tabled in the House of Commons last week show three more unnamed provinces have signed up for cash.

N.B. reports 23 new coronavirus cases Saturday, setting new single-day record If someone is to develop symptoms they are asked to immediately self-isolate and get tested for the coronavirus.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]Nova Scotia’s chief medical officer of health, Dr.

Halifax Mooseheads have postponed two home games after an employee with the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League hockey team tested positive for COVID-19.In a press release issued Saturday, the QMJHL team said they have postponed their game against the Charlottetown Islanders — scheduled for Saturday night — and their game against the Cape Breton Eagles — scheduled for Wednesday — as a result of the positive test.

for COVID-19 exposure.The locations include a grocery store and a number of gyms as well as the Halifax Central Library.At this time the direction for individuals who were at the following locations at the specific times mentioned is to monitor for COVID-19 symptoms. 8 new coronavirus cases report in N.S., largest single-day increase since May Nova Scotia Health is warning of potential exposure at the Bell Aliant store at 209 Chain Lake Dr. Anyone at the location on Nov.

coronavirus cases on Saturday as the number of active cases increased to 33.It’s the largest single-day case increase in Nova Scotia since May, a detail noted by the province’s top doctor in a press release accompanying the case update.“It is critical that we all do our part to prevent and reduce the spread of COVID-19,” said Dr. Robert Strang, Nova Scotia’s chief medical officer of health.

COVID-19 exposures.The first location is The Pint on Argyle Street.Officials say that anyone at the location on Nov. 13 between 10 p.m.

Nova Scotia Premier Stephen McNeil announced Friday that Auburn Drive High School and Graham Creighton Junior High would be closing for two weeks, effective immediately, and moving to online learning after COVID-19 cases were reported in both schools. McNeil said two cases were reported at Auburn Drive High School, and one case at Graham Creighton Junior High.

Nova Scotia’s chief medical officer of health Dr. Robert Strang outlined on Friday the new gathering limits in the province, saying they would be focusing on various urban and suburban areas of Halifax regional municipality.

coronavirus in the province on Friday.Premier Stephen McNeil and chief medical officer of health Dr. Robert Strang are meeting at 1 p.m.

COVID-19 at Auburn Drive High School in Cole Harbour on Thursday evening.The province said the new case is a close contact of an earlier reported case at the school.Halifax Regional Centre for Education has also sent out an e-mail to parents about the new COVID-19 case. Nova Scotia reports first cases of COVID-19 in schools Auburn Drive High and its family of schools will close for the day on Friday, Nov.

3-layer masks with filter now recommended, Canada’s top doctor says The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the United States says that filtration can reduce the amount of exposure wearer’s may have with infectious droplets.RealGuard has recently expanded to Canada and has teamed up with WearWell Garments, a manufacturing and distribution facility that’s been in operation for more than 40 years.During the first wave of COVID-19, WearWell shifted gears into manufacturing Personal Protective Equipment, specifically medical gowns.“We were manufacturing thousands of gowns a week.

COVID-19.The government said it has budgeted up to $6.2 million for this initiative, which will see the units set up within a hospital or nursing home.Providers who operate large or multiple facilities may also choose to establish the regional care unit model in one of their facilities for their residents.“Residents in our continuing care system are some of the most vulnerable when it comes to COVID-19,” said Leo Glavine, Minister of Health and Wellness in a press release.

Ontario (1,210) – The province reported 1,210 cases new cases of the novel coronavirus on Thursday.  Quebec (1,207) – The province added 1,207 new cases, 1,175 recoveries and 34 deaths. Of those deaths, 19 occurred between N

coronavirus on Thursday and said 23 cases remain active in the province.The new case is under investigation.In a Tuesday provincial briefing, top doctor Dr.

Nova Scotia reports 3 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday Halifax Public Libraries reopened on July 7 after three months of closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic.While all libraries will remain open at this time, stricter measures are being introduced.Library Service Update (2/2): To ensure face masks are always worn at the Library, beginning Saturday, November 21, eating & drinking will be temporarily not allowed in library locations. Let's work together to keep our community safe & healthy.

As we enter the second wave here in Nova Scotia, Public Health officials say there’s time to turn things around. Dr. Strang says people between the ages of 18 and 35 have a big role to play. Alicia Draus has more.

COVID-19 at East Side Mario’s and Sport Check in Bayers Lake.According to N.S. Health, the exposure may have occurred at the restaurant on 186 Chain Lake Drive on Nov.

coronavirus on Wednesday and said 24 cases remain active in the province.The province said all three cases are located in the central zone and are close contacts of previously reported cases.In a Tuesday provincial briefing, top doctor Dr. Robert Strang issued a stern warning to Nova Scotians, confirming for the first time that the province is starting “to see community spread.”There have been at least seven cases for which Public Health has not been able to trace close contacts.

coronavirus in the province at 3 p.m. Tuesday.The update will be streamed live on the Global News website.This week Nova Scotia reported its first cases of COVID-19 associated with schools.According to the province, one person at Graham Creighton Junior High in Cherry Brook and one person at Auburn Drive High in Cole Harbour tested positive for the virus.

COVID-19 at a tire store in Dartmouth.The province says there may have been a potential exposure at GCR Tire & Service Centre on 42 Isnor Dr. on Nov.

COVID-19 on Monday, the first cases associated with schools.According to the province, one person at Graham Creighton Junior High in Cherry Brook and one person at Auburn Drive High in Cole Harbour tested positive for the virus.“Neither attended school today and both are self-isolating at home,” the province said in a press release.

coronavirus on Monday.Health officials say both cases are in the central health zone, which includes Halifax, and are connected to previously reported cases.The province said the source of infection is still under investigation.

Christmas at the Forum, will be held this year, but with strict COVID-19 guidelines in place.According to the Forum, the event will be held in the Multipurpose Centre in Halifax only, with approximately 100 booths, 7 weekends in a row. It began on Nov.

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]The new cases are still under investigation.Nova Scotia has 21 active cases of novel coronavirus and has recorded a total of 1,144 positive cases, 1,058 cases are considered recovered, and there have been 65 deaths.The province reported a total of eight new cases over the weekend.

Nova Scotia reports 6 new coronavirus cases, new emerging cluster The first location is Real Fake Meats on Gottingen Street on Oct. 31, between 4 p.m.

Newfoundland and Labrador is reporting two new confirmed cases of COVID-19 and now has eight active cases of the virus.Health officials say both are travel-related.

novel coronavirus cases on Saturday, while also reporting news of a new emerging cluster in the province.The six new cases are all located in the province’s central zone, health officials said on Saturday.One of the cases is related to the Bitter End, a bar located on Argyle Street in Halifax. At this time, several cases connected to the Bitter End appear to be linked to the COVID-19 cluster in Clayton Park.