Source: Beatrice Britneff, globalnews.ca, June 10, 2020 Policy analysts and experts are examining what will happen next and making recommendations about what the federal government can do once people’s CERB runs out but they are still unemployed due to COVID-19. Questions are mounting about how the federal government will continue to support Canadian workers who… Continue reading What Happens When Canadians Max out Their CERB?
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Canadian Households Face Huge COVID-19 Debt Crisis
Source: David Akin, globalnews.ca, June 08, 2020 Deferrals won’t last forever, and eventually, the bills will come again. The coronavirus pandemic that began as a public health crisis then metastasized into an economic crisis is likely to finish as a debt crisis that could end up swamping not only some governments but also hundreds of… Continue reading Canadian Households Face Huge COVID-19 Debt Crisis
Canadian Municipalities Could Face $20b Budget Shortfall Due to Coronavirus
Source: CBC Radio, cbc.ca, June 07, 2020 Unlike other levels of government, municipalities cannot run a deficit budget by law. Many Canadians may grumble this month as they open their property tax assessments. But by this time next year, that grumble could turn into a scream if municipalities can’t figure out different ways to bring… Continue reading Canadian Municipalities Could Face $20b Budget Shortfall Due to Coronavirus
In Some Regions, Canadian House Prices Could Drop by 25%
Source: THE CANADIAN PRESS, globalnews.ca, May 28, 2020 The drop in home prices will come along with a “historic recession” this year as the economic shock of COVID-19 continues to grow. Canada’s housing agency says it expects home prices and sales will decline substantially this year and still won’t have recovered by the end of… Continue reading In Some Regions, Canadian House Prices Could Drop by 25%
COVID-19 Outbreak in Saskatoon Linked to Two Large Family Gatherings
Source: Josh Lynn, saskatoon.ctvnews.ca, May 28, 2020 The outbreak has been linked to a pair of large family gatherings in early May that exceeded the 10-person limit. SASKATOON — On Wednesday, the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) declared a “community transmitted outbreak” in Saskatoon. COVID-19 updates for Saskatoon and area for Wednesday, May 27 The outbreak… Continue reading COVID-19 Outbreak in Saskatoon Linked to Two Large Family Gatherings
Regina Company Creates Coronavirus Chemical-Free Decontamination Unit
Source: Daniella Ponticelli, globalnews.ca, May 27, 2020 The machine, which releases ozone gas into the air, leaves no residue behind and completely disinfects all surfaces. A Regina company has developed a chemical-free process that it claims will eradicate bacteria and viruses — including the novel coronavirus — in large and complex indoor spaces. Ground Effects… Continue reading Regina Company Creates Coronavirus Chemical-Free Decontamination Unit
Rural Saskatchewan Emergency Rooms to Begin Reopening Mid-June
Source: Jonathan Guignard, globalnews.ca, May 27, 2020 Sask. Premier Scott Moe said temporarily closing the ER facilities wasn’t an easy decision, but in order to prepare for a possible COVID-19 surge it was necessary at the time. The Saskatchewan Health Authority says it will begin reopening some of its rural emergency rooms, temporarily closed in… Continue reading Rural Saskatchewan Emergency Rooms to Begin Reopening Mid-June
Human Clinical Trials for COVID-19 Vaccine Could Be Ready for Fall Say USask Researchers
Source: Mandy Vocke, globalnews.ca, May 26, 2020 Tests will be done on a volunteer basis across the country, with researchers hoping to test diverse ages and health backgrounds. University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization-International Vaccine Centre (VIDO-InterVac) team has seen promising results in their clinical trials for a COVID-19 vaccine. The team… Continue reading Human Clinical Trials for COVID-19 Vaccine Could Be Ready for Fall Say USask Researchers
Regina Students Deliver Garden Kits During Pandemic
Source: Heidi Atter, cbc.ca, May 26, 2020 Tayef Ahmed and the U of R student run group called YOU should GARDEN, have delivered more than 100 gardening bags with seedlings to people in the city and have online workshops to help people learn for free. Lots of people are in their gardens this time of… Continue reading Regina Students Deliver Garden Kits During Pandemic
Is Visiting Beaches and Pools Safe This Summer
Source: Leslie Young, globalnews.ca, May 25, 2020 Public pools present a risk because of things like small change rooms and washrooms, where many people are touching the same surface. Going for a dip this summer? Make sure you’re at least two metres away from others, experts say. While the coronavirus pandemic shouldn’t stop you from… Continue reading Is Visiting Beaches and Pools Safe This Summer