The National Hockey League is north America’s premier professional hockey league, but like other pro sports, it’s been suffering enormous financial losses due to shutdowns caused by COVID. The league will be starting up this year on January 13 with… »
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Seniors take legal action to get their second dose of vaccine
Health officials in the province of Quebec have decided that instead of giving people their second recommended dose of COVID-19 vaccine, they will use the doses to provide a first shot to more people. Some of the first people to… »
Defence Department report warns of right-wing extremism as pandemic continues
New research from Canada’s Department of National Defence serves notice about what could turn out to be far-ranging side effects from the COVID-19 pandemic–side effects that exist well beyond hospitals and ICU units. It suggests that the longer the pandemic… »
USA defeats Canada to win World Junior Hockey Championship
After dominating all comers through the entire tournament, Canada lost its scoring touch in the final game of the IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship on Tuesday. The Canadians were shut out 2-0 by the U.S. in Edmonton. The loss prevented… »
Field hospital ready to receive recovering COVID-19 patients
As COVID-19 infections increase across much of Canada, medical professionals are warning that hospitals may soon be overwhelmed. To take some of the pressure off, a new field hospital was built beside Joseph Brant Hospital in Burlington, Ontario in April… »
Poll suggests that nearly half of Canadians didn’t stay home for the holidays
Despite pleas from public health officials and politicians to limit their socializing over the winter holidays as part of the battle against COVID-19, a new poll suggests that a good number of Canadians–nearly half–decided to ignore the advice. The Léger… »
Environment & Animal Life, International
Sale of Canadian beluga whales to U.S. aquarium delayed by lawsuit
The capture and captivity of whales and dolphins has come under heavy scrutiny in recent years. Keeping whales and dolphins in captivity as well as import and export of the animals was made illegal in Canada last year. However, the… »
At-risk pregnant women should have access to vaccine, say doctors
Obstetricians and gynecologists in Canada are asking health authorities to immediately give access to COVID-19 vaccination to at-risk pregnant and lactating people. Currently, most provinces and territories responsible for administering vaccines are prioritizing seniors living in residences and the health… »
Old Canadian banknotes lose legal tender status
If you’re still hanging on to certain older Canadian banknotes, you can’t spend them at stores anymore. Parliament announced in 2018 that Canadian $1, $2, $25, $500, and $1000 banknotes would be no longer accepted in commercial transactions, i.e. as… »
Charities provide food for pets affected by the pandemic
Many Canadians are in need as a result of the pandemic and those with animals may face difficulties trying to feed them. The charities, International/Canada (HSI/Canada) and Friends of HSI teamed up with more than 40 groups to deliver over… »
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