Coronavirus (COVID-19) National News

The number of young swimmers in Canada is dwindling because of barriers posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

The number of young swimmers in Canada is dwindling because of barriers posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

OTTAWA — Transport Minister Marc Garneau says big cruise ships will be banned from Canadian waters at least until the end of February now.

OTTAWA — Transport Minister Marc Garneau says big cruise ships will be banned from Canadian waters at least until the end of February now.

In an average year, more than 7,000 residents in long-term care die. In an average year, their loved ones get a chance to hold their hands or brush their hair, to talk to them or just be with them during their last months and weeks.

An international group of scientists has concluded pandemic problems are just starting unless the world moves to deal with the issues creating them.

An international group of scientists has concluded pandemic problems are just starting unless the world moves to deal with the issues creating them.

An international group of scientists has concluded pandemic problems are just starting unless the world moves to deal with the issues creating them.

WorkSafeBC is preparing to ramp up a multi-media campaign to drive home the importance of being vigilant about preventing the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace.

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought new terms into our lexicon, such as physical distancing and self-isolation. One new term that has many people scratching their heads, however, is “safe six.” It’s become a regular in provincial health officer Dr.