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From masks to cohorting, a guide to back-to-school rules across the country

From masks to cohorting, a guide to back-to-school rules across the country

Plans are being made across the country for how to safely send students back to school in the fall as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. Here is a look at what the various provinces have said about getting kids back to classes.
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Canada-U.S. to extend border restrictions until Sept. 21

Canada-U.S. to extend border restrictions until Sept. 21

OTTAWA — Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland says restrictions at the Canada-U.S. border are being extended another 30 days due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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'So sorry:' Man pleads guilty for gas-and-dash death of gas station owner

'So sorry:' Man pleads guilty for gas-and-dash death of gas station owner

WETASKIWIN, Alta. — A man who was charged after an Alberta gas station owner was killed in a gas-and-dash apologized to the victim's distraught family after pleading guilty to manslaughter. Ki Yun Jo, 54, was killed on Oct.
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Expected fall peak of COVID-19 in Canada could overwhelm health systems: Tam

Expected fall peak of COVID-19 in Canada could overwhelm health systems: Tam

OTTAWA — Federal health officials are preparing for surges in new cases of COVID-19, including an expected peak of the outbreak this fall that could temporarily exceed the ability of the health-care system to cope.
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WE Charity registers as lobbyist, lays off staff, looking to sell real estate

WE Charity registers as lobbyist, lays off staff, looking to sell real estate

WE Charity registered Thursday as a lobbyist of the federal government — months after it began talks with federal officials about potential programs to help Canadian youths during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Helicopter was preparing to land before fatal Newfoundland crash: TSB

Helicopter was preparing to land before fatal Newfoundland crash: TSB

ST. JOHN'S, N.L. — A helicopter that crashed near a Newfoundland lake last month was preparing to land and refuel before the pilot lost control of the aircraft, the Transportation Safety Board of Canada said Friday.
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Atlantic Canadians against lifting travel restrictions next month, survey finds

Atlantic Canadians against lifting travel restrictions next month, survey finds

A new survey indicates Atlantic Canada is largely opposed to lifting travel restrictions for Canadians who live outside the region. More than 3,300 Atlantic Canadians participated in the Narrative Research online survey between Aug. 5-9.
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WE registers as federal lobbyist and more 'Twilight' books: In The News for Aug. 14

WE registers as federal lobbyist and more 'Twilight' books: In The News for Aug. 14

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Aug. 14. What we are watching in Canada ...
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Top militant linked to beheadings surrenders in Philippines

Top militant linked to beheadings surrenders in Philippines

MANILA, Philippines — A leading terror suspect who has been linked to beheadings of hostages, including two Canadians and a Malaysian, has surrendered after being wounded in battle, officials said Friday. National police chief Gen.
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The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada for Aug. 13

The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada for Aug. 13

The latest numbers of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Canada as of 8:20 p.m. on Aug. 13, 2020: There are 121,234 confirmed cases in Canada.
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