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Coronavirus: Toronto mayor says lockdown only way to ensure future of economy as cases spike

Following an announcement that Toronto, along with Peel Region, would be under a lockdown starting next Monday, the city’s mayor, John Tory, on Friday said that this method is the only way at this time to ensure COVID-19 cases get under control and to ensure the future of the economy.

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Coronavirus: Health officials await dozens of tests in Saugeen-Maitland Hall outbreak

coronavirus outbreak declared Thursday at a Western University student residence won’t impact the broader community, similarly to a separate on-campus outbreak early last month.The latest outbreak, reported at Saugeen-Maitland Hall, the university’s largest residence, has left at least eight people infected, all of whom are now in quarantine, along with some close contacts, with the support of university brass. 8 COVID-19 cases at Western University’s Saugeen-Maitland Hall, outbreak declared Dozens of tests remain outstanding as part of the health unit’s investigation into the outbreak, and the health unit hopes it will get those results back Friday or Saturday, said Dr.

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COVID-19: Alberta is the only province without a mask mandate. What is the impact on public perception?

COVID-19 pandemic, Alberta is the only province to hold out against implementing a provincial mask mandate.According to sociologist Dr. Amy Kaler, that could be contributing to some Albertans’ complacency, and in certain cases defiance, of pandemic-related public health measures and municipal mask bylaws.

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Donald Trump Jr. tested positive for coronavirus, spokesperson says

Donald Trump’s eldest son, Donald Trump Jr., has been infected with the coronavirus. Biden certified as Georgia winner in U.S.

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Pfizer Reveals Their Coronavirus Vaccine Is 95% Effective After Completing Third Study Trial

A new report from Pfizer has come out of their coronavirus vaccine trials about the success rate of the vaccine they have been developing to help eradicate the pandemic.

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COVID-19: Black, Hispanic people account for half of hospital deaths

Stay informed with live updates on the current COVID-19 outbreak and visit our coronavirus hub for more advice on prevention and treatment.The overall mortality rate among the patients was 18.4% of those who remained in the hospital. This figure is likely to be a minimum fatality rate since it excludes patients transferred to hospices or other hospitals, or where the outcome was unknown.Cardiovascular complications are a significant cause of death for patients with COVID-19.

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KFL&A Public Health enters ‘yellow’ COVID-19 response framework status

COVID-19 cases dropping in the Kingston region, the province moved the Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington area into “yellow” under its COVID-19 response framework.Moving from green (Prevent: standard measures) to yellow (Protect: strengthened measures) means enhanced targeted enforcement, fines and enhanced education to limit further transmission in the region, according to the province. Ontario puts Toronto, Peel into lockdown; curbside retail, restaurants move to takeout only According to Dr.

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Coronavirus: Toronto’s top doctor worried health-care system could become overwhelmed

Toronto Medical Officer of Health Dr. Eileen de Villa on Friday voiced her concern for the city’s rising number of COVID-19 cases following Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s announcement that the city, along with Peel Region, would enter a lockdown starting next Monday.

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Saint-Lambert agreement with Parc Jean-Drapeau concerns live music community

COVID-19 restrictions shuttered the summer festival season, Evenko alone had planned to hold eight days of such events in the park. Saint-Lambert reaches agreement to limit noise levels from events at Parc Jean-Drapeau The agreement will require park administrators to send weekly sound records to Saint-Lambert.

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Coronavirus: Toronto mayor says COVID-19 could ‘spread like wildfire’ without enhanced restrictions, following lockdown announcement

Following Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s announcement of Toronto and Peel Region entering a lockdown due to rising COVID-19 cases on Friday, Toronto Mayor John Tory said without restrictions like these, the coronavirus could “spread like wildfire.”

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Saint John transitions back to orange phase in COVID-19 recovery

N.B. Public Health announced Friday that Saint John will transition back to the orange phase of COVID-19 recovery as the province sees a rise in cases. Callum Smith reports.

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Coronavirus: Here’s what you can, can’t do in Toronto and Peel Region during lockdown stage

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Two more members of Hamilton Police Service test positive for COVID-19

Hamilton police say two more of its members, including a sworn officer, have tested positive for COVID-19.Police say the cases involve a civilian employee working at Central Station and an officer at the Mountain Station.Both members were last at work on Nov. 16 and all areas where they worked have undergone a deep cleaning.

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Coronavirus: Ontario’s top doctor says to reduce travel to other regions following lockdown announcement

Chief medical officer of health Dr. David Williams on Friday discussed travelling to other regions of Ontario following the announcement that Toronto and Peel Region will move into lockdown as COVID-19 cases spike.

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I'm A Celebrity bosses crack down on stars and are making them shower and use hand gel to prevent COVID-19 cases

In a bid to prevent coronavirus cases from the show, I'm A Celebrity bosses are forcing stars to wash often and apply hand sanitiser frequently.The bosses, who were accused of 'fixing' the show after fans complained they were unable to vote Jordan North for a trial, are taking extra measures to make sure the sets are kept COVID free. Producers are reportedly keen to avoid a case like Nicola Adams' elimination from Strictly Come Dancing after professional dance partner Katya Jones tested positive for the virus.

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Coronavirus: 1 new resident case at Fairhaven long-term care; 3 resolved cases

coronavirus was reported at Fairhaven long-term care in Peterborough on Friday.Executive director Lionel Towns tells Global News that there are now 13 active cases among residents — one new positive case, with two other cases declared resolved.“One more positive swab result came back today (from the same floor as all the other cases),” Towns said in reference to the home’s Westview 2 area.One staff case was also resolved, leaving three active cases among staff members at the municipally run facility on Dutton Road. COVID-19 — Cases surge at Fairhaven long-term care in Peterborough In total that leaves 16 active cases for the home.

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COVID-19 spikes in US as global total tops 57 million

As US COVID-19 cases surge even higher, with daily deaths passing the 2,000 mark for the first time since May, Pfizer and Germany's BioNTech announced they submitted an emergency use authorization (EUA) request for their vaccine, offering hope that the first doses will be available by the end of the year.

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Public health officials encourage Nova Scotians to download COVID Alert app, use it properly

COVID Alert app has been available in Nova Scotia for more than a month, and according to the province’s public health authority, it has been used successfully by some users who tested positive for the novel coronavirus.On Friday, the Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) confirmed that to date, 11 of its COVID-19 patients had downloaded the smartphone application, which requires those users to enter a unique, one-time key code provided by public health officials.That key code is needed so the app can notify other users who may have been in close contact and must be used within 24 hours.Six of the NSHA’s COVID-19 patients entered their key codes and five did not.“Really it’s a personal choice, maybe there was too much stress in their lives at

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Wait times increase at COVID-19 testing sites ahead of holidays

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Mike Jachels with the State Division of Emergency Management said for those looking to get a COVID-19 test at the Orange County Convention Center, expect wait times.He said Friday saw wait times of at least 90 minutes.“Now with the holidays upon us, people that are traveling want to get tested, so we’re seeing another uptick in people coming out and getting tested,” Jachels said.[TRENDING: Gov: Vaccine coming to Florida ‘relatively soon’ | CDC: Avoid Thanksgiving travel | Georgia presidential race recount results]Jachels said for those heading out to the convention center, he advises them to make sure they have enough gas and that they used the restroom prior since there are none available.There are two different tests

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COVID-19 Scan for Nov 20, 2020

A study yesterday found that 47% of COVID-19 patients who required prolonged mechanical ventilation developed potentially life-threatening tracheal (airway) complications.The JAMA Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery study found that CO

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Royal Victorial Regional Health Centre set to open pandemic field hospital in Barrie, Ont.

COVID-19.The 70-bed, 8,250 square-foot structure is meant to be a regional asset for partner hospitals facing capacity challenges, such as Collingwood General and Marine Hospital, Georgian Bay General Hospital, Muskoka Algonquin Health, Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital and Stevenson Memorial Hospital.

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Nova Scotia strengthens COVID-19 measures for Halifax area

The Halifax area has seen a spike in COVID-19 cases in recent days, with the source of about a dozen still unknown. As Graeme Benjamin reports, the province hopes it comes as a wakeup call for those still not taking the virus seriously.

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COVID-19 fines issued after police attend large house party in Vernon

COVID-19: B.C. homeowner hit with $2,300 fine for hosting poker party When they arrived, police said they observed numerous people inside the residence in addition to the roughly five to 10 people gathered on a balcony.According to RCMP, as officers approached the house, the partygoers quickly disappeared inside and refused to answer the door for police.

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N.B. advocate calls to keep children in mind amid COVID-19 recovery

The pandemic has been hard on all aspects of New Brunswick life, but a child and youth advocate wants to ensure that as the province recovers, it keeps the needs of children in mind. Travis Fortnum has the story.

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Coronavirus: Edmonton extends mandatory mask bylaw until December 2021

came into effect on Aug. 1 as a way to try to reduce the transmission of COVID-19.

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Coronavirus: Ontario to move Toronto, Peel Region under lockdown

Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced on Friday that Toronto and Peel Region would move into lockdown amid the second wave of COVID-19, beginning Monday Nov. 23.

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COVID-19 outbreaks in Waterloo Region linked to hockey, racquet sports

COVID-19 outbreaks in the area, linking one to hockey and another to racquet sports.Initially, the agency reported the outbreaks as simply ‘sports and fitness’ but a spokesperson for Waterloo Public Health told Global News: “we wanted to make sure that the definitions represented the various types of facilities and activities that could be impacted.” Waterloo Region moves into red while Toronto and Peel put in lockdown “As we get more information on the dashboard and confidentiality becomes less of an issue because there are more examples we try to help paint the picture of what is going on in the community.“The hockey-related outbreak began on Nov.

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Whyte Avenue hookah bar ordered closed for COVID-19, other health violations

COVID-19. Some businesses feel singled out as Alberta brings in stricter COVID-19 measures The notice listed a number of violations at Mist, including:As well, in a second notice, AHS reported findings at Mist like rotten and moldy food being stored in the cooler, a buildup of “food, grime, dirt and debris” on surfaces in the kitchen and dirty dishes being mixed in with clean dishes.

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Coronavirus: Ontario finance minister discusses funding for businesses amid Toronto, Peel lockdown

Ontario Finance Minister Rod Phillips discussed on Friday the $600 million in funding to support employers affected by the COVID-19 lockdown in Toronto and Peel Region, saying the funds would help cover fixed costs associated with energy and property tax bills.

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Coronavirus: The psychology behind COVID-19 denial

Health-care workers have been sharing on social media their experiences with coronavirus deniers, saying some are COVID-19 patients in intensive care. Jasmine Pazzano explains the psychology behind pandemic denial.

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Lockdowns ahead of Black Friday a blow to small retailers

lockdown measures in the second wave of the novel coronavirus pandemic will deal an especially hard blow to small and independent retailers, experts warn.On Friday, the government of Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced sweeping new restrictions to combat the recent surge of COVID-19 cases in Toronto and Peel Region, including a temporary ban on in-store shopping for non-essential retailers. The closures will take effect on Monday, ahead of the Black Friday holiday shopping weekend.

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Coronavirus: Ontario health officials outline lockdown measures for Toronto, Peel Region

Ontario Health Minister Christine Elliott outlined the COVID-19 lockdown measures for Toronto and Peel Region Friday, which include prohibiting indoor private gatherings with anyone outside the household, limiting outdoor gatherings to a maximum of 10 people and allowing retail stores that offer non-essential services to operate through pickup or delivery.

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Ontario places Waterloo Region in red alert COVID-19 level

Waterloo Region likely to see red on Friday, more COVID-19 restrictions Regional leaders had said as early as Monday that they were pushing for the province to make the move despite cases falling over the past few days.“Although in the last couple of days, our daily number of new cases reported has come down a little, we are still firmly overall in the red category and there is a broad spread of COVID-19 in our community,” medical officer of health Dr.

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Manitoba’s COVID-19 restrictions create concerns for workers, small businesses

Man in his 20s Manitoba’s youngest coronavirus victim, 9 new deaths, 438 new cases Friday The prairie director of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) says he’s glad to see the new restrictions have levelled the playing field for smaller businesses, at least somewhat, but he’s still hoping for a turnaround by the holiday season that will allow some form of shopping at all local stores.“Really, this is a critical holiday retail season and we need to make sure we can get back to a point where we can reopen the economy safely,” Jonathan Alward told 680 CJOB.“We know that a lot of the community spread isn’t necessarily happening at retail.

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Public health officials want Nova Scotians to use COVID-19 Alert app

As case numbers rise across the Maritimes, public health officials are encouraging Nova Scotians to download the federal government’s COVID-19 Alert app. Elizabeth McSheffrey reports, the app has been used with limited success in Nova Scotia.

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COVID-19: Peterborough region to move to yellow ‘protect’ level; HKPRDHU remains green

COVID-19 preventive measures.According to the province, the move to tighter restrictions will take effect Monday at 12:01 a.m. and last for 28 days.The health unit serves Peterborough, Peterborough County, Hiawatha First Nation and Curve Lake First Nation.

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Coronavirus: How will British Columbia’s new mask requirement be enforced?

COVID-19.But a lot of questions remain.How will the new mask requirement be enforced?Full guidelines are expected to be released on Monday, but Henry said businesses around the province can expect a bigger crackdown on the rules moving forward.She said there will be more enforcement and more inspections to make sure everyone is following the rules. B.C.

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Florida health officials report 9,000 new COVID-19 cases, 80 deaths

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Number of COVID-19-related deaths at Hamilton’s Chartwell Willowgrove rises to 14

COVID-19 were confirmed in Hamilton Friday, as well as a new death.Hamilton Public health figures show the 73rd death related to the virus in the city was a female resident in her 90s living at Chartwell Willowgrove who passed away on Thursday.She is the 14th resident of the Ancaster long term care home to succumb to an outbreak that has infected 69 residents and staff.

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COVID-19 most contagious in first 5 days of illness, study finds

A study published yesterday in The Lancet Microbe shows that COVID-19 is most contagious in the first 5 days after symptom onset, underscoring the importance of early case identification and quarantine.

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‘We are Christmas freaks’: N.B. couple find hope amid pandemic in Christmas decor

New Brunswick moves Saint John area to orange phase as 9 new COVID-19 cases reported Friday The couple have spent the last month hauling out boxes upon boxes of holiday decorations, filling every nook and cranny inside their home with festive trinkets.When one walks through, it’s hard to know where to look. A Christmas village greets people at the door with an entire table decked out with snowmen.

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Pfizer files for emergency use of coronavirus vaccine in U.S. — what about in Canada?

coronavirus vaccine with United States regulators Friday, days after the company said it finished its final round of human trials — with promising results.Pfizer and its partner company, BioNTech, said the final data shows its vaccine is 95 per cent effective against the virus, with no serious safety concerns. But, the full results of its trial have not been released and must be peer-reviewed by independents scientists.

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Biden, Trump voters both say more coronavirus relief needed

Americans of all races and income tiers, and across party lines, think it's time for more COVID-19 relief, a new poll shows. In total, 80% of Americans think more COVID-19 aid is necessary, including the majority of white, Black, Hispanic and Asian populations of all income levels, according to a Pew Research conducted between Nov.

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Fauci says Santa Claus is immune to COVID-19

Santa Claus waves to the crowd during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 27, 2014 in New York City. (Andrew Burton/Getty Images)LOS ANGELES - Santa Claus will spread joy and happiness — not COVID-19 — this holiday season.According to Dr.

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Guelph reports 5 new COVID-19 cases, active cases at 44

COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the city’s total to 521 cases during the pandemic.Active cases have risen by three from the previous day to 44, but no one is being treated in the hospital for the disease caused by the novel coronavirus.

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Teen cancer survivor dies after coronavirus diagnosis as Kentucky sees surge in illnesses

A 15-year-old cancer survivor who was born with Down syndrome died on Sunday, just weeks after being diagnosed with the novel coronavirus. Alexis Rose Veit, of Ballard County, began feeling ill on Oct.

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New coronavirus breathalyzer test in the works at University of Miami

MIAMI – Researchers at the University of Miami are working on a new COVID-19 test that they say will be quick, easy and painless. “This is a totally non-invasive test that you just blow three times into a little breathalyzer. It's like a kazoo and the breath is then caught into this apparatus and in 40 seconds it can be analyzed in order to tell whether or not the SARS-CoV-2 virus is in the exhaled air," Dr.

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Don’t wait for government rules to do ‘right thing,’ mayor says ahead of Alberta COVID-19 update Friday

COVID-19 cases.On Thursday, Alberta Health announced eight additional deaths connected to the novel coronavirus, including a man in his 30s from the Edmonton zone. The provincial death toll rose to 451.

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United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0

The added stress of COVID-19 is taking its toll on Quebec teachers

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