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Canada asks Iran to delay download of Flight 752 black boxes due to COVID-19

Canada asks Iran to delay download of Flight 752 black boxes due to COVID-19

OTTAWA — Canadian authorities are blaming travel restrictions related to COVID-19 for a request that Iran hold off on downloading the flight recorders from a commercial jetliner shot down in January.
Truckers taking precautions to fight COVID-19 amid spreading concerns

Truckers taking precautions to fight COVID-19 amid spreading concerns

Long-haul truckers are playing an important role in bringing supplies into Canada, but some people are concerned not enough is being done to ensure they aren't transporting COVID-19 with them. "They get the four-question screening ...
40th anniversary of Marathon of Hope can inspire Canadians during COVID-19 battle

40th anniversary of Marathon of Hope can inspire Canadians during COVID-19 battle

'Terry's message is with me every day, that anything is possible if you try and one person can make a difference'
COVID-19 a 'failure of early warning' for Canada, intelligence expert says

COVID-19 a 'failure of early warning' for Canada, intelligence expert says

OTTAWA — It was last on a list of eight threat scenarios, but the danger of a global pandemic made the cut when the Liberal government issued a national security policy in 2004.
House of Commons passes COVID-19 wage subsidy bill

House of Commons passes COVID-19 wage subsidy bill

The legislation moves on to the Senate and requires royal assent before it becomes law
House of Commons debates $73B wage subsidy program

House of Commons debates $73B wage subsidy program

All federal parties have agreed to support the bill
Singh calls for universal access to CERB

Singh calls for universal access to CERB

Singh says he has heard from many Canadians who do not qualify for the emergency benefit program
Canada reports more than 22,500 COVID-19 cases, 600 deaths

Canada reports more than 22,500 COVID-19 cases, 600 deaths

The country's top health officers continue to urge Canadians to "crush the curve" by staying home over the long weekend
Canada lost 1.01 million jobs in March

Canada lost 1.01 million jobs in March

Private sector hit hardest, largest losses in accommodation, food services
Canada could see 500 to 700 deaths in next seven days

Canada could see 500 to 700 deaths in next seven days

Infection, deaths rates determined by response strength: chief public health officer