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SaskPower taking revenue hit from COVID-19; too soon to rule out rate increases

SaskPower taking revenue hit from COVID-19; too soon to rule out rate increases

REGINA — SaskPower says it's taking a hit from the COVID-19 pandemic, but it's too early to say what impact that will have on customer rates.
NHL says 35 players have tested positive for COVID-19 since June 8

NHL says 35 players have tested positive for COVID-19 since June 8

NEW YORK — The NHL says 35 players have tested positive for the novel coronavirus over roughly the past month.
Bank of Canada survey says business hiring plans remain muted due to pandemic

Bank of Canada survey says business hiring plans remain muted due to pandemic

OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada's latest review of business and consumer expectations has revealed how widespread uncertainty is muting rehiring and purchasing plans, published days before a federal update gives the Liberals' outlook for the economy.
Government’s approval rating up in pandemic’s 100-day checkup

Government’s approval rating up in pandemic’s 100-day checkup

More than 100 days have passed since Canadians were compelled to stay at home in order to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Government’s approval rating up in pandemic’s 100-day checkup

Government’s approval rating up in pandemic’s 100-day checkup

More than 100 days have passed since Canadians were compelled to stay at home in order to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Government’s approval rating up in pandemic’s 100-day checkup

Government’s approval rating up in pandemic’s 100-day checkup

More than 100 days have passed since Canadians were compelled to stay at home in order to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Canadian theatre star Nick Cordero dies at 41 from COVID-19 complications

Canadian theatre star Nick Cordero dies at 41 from COVID-19 complications

TORONTO — Hamilton-raised theatre star Nick Cordero, who had legions of supporters rallying for him on social media during his harrowing health battle with COVID-19, has died in Los Angeles.
Canadian theatre star Nick Cordero dies at 41 from COVID-19 complications

Canadian theatre star Nick Cordero dies at 41 from COVID-19 complications

TORONTO — Hamilton-raised theatre star Nick Cordero, who had legions of supporters rallying for him on social media during his harrowing health battle with COVID-19, has died in Los Angeles.
NHL, NHLPA agree on protocols to resume season

NHL, NHLPA agree on protocols to resume season

The NHL and NHL Players' Association agreed Sunday on protocols to resume the season, a major step toward the return of hockey this summer.
Alberta First Nation monitors hundreds for COVID-19 as it announces curfew

Alberta First Nation monitors hundreds for COVID-19 as it announces curfew

SIKSIKA NATION, Alta. — A First Nation in southern Alberta has implemented a curfew as its health workers monitor more than 200 people for signs they may have developed COVID-19.