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CANADA: PM to announce extension of wage subsidy, financial aid for medical researchers

CANADA: PM to announce extension of wage subsidy, financial aid for medical researchers

Under the program, the federal government is currently picking up the tab for 75 per cent of an eligible company's payroll — up to a maximum of $847 per week per employee — from March 15 to June 6
CANADA: Even those who continue to work are suffering the financial effects of COVID-19

CANADA: Even those who continue to work are suffering the financial effects of COVID-19

Ipsos poll suggests that nearly two in 10 Canadians are working on reduced pay
CANADA: 10-year-old Collingwood boy writes NHL commissioner with ideas for re-starting hockey

CANADA: 10-year-old Collingwood boy writes NHL commissioner with ideas for re-starting hockey

And yes, Gary Bettman wrote back
COVID-19: More Canadians ditch physical-distancing rules as coronavirus drags on

COVID-19: More Canadians ditch physical-distancing rules as coronavirus drags on

The Ipsos poll found that 32 per cent of residents in Ontario are not adhering to strict measures
ONTARIO: Dealing with grief during self-isolation

ONTARIO: Dealing with grief during self-isolation

The Bereaved Families of Ontario have been hosting virutal support groups online since March 24
COVID-19: Canada sees volunteer shortage as seniors stay home

COVID-19: Canada sees volunteer shortage as seniors stay home

Many seniors are now feeling even more isolated, as giving their time to organizations provided them with meaning, purpose
VIDEO: 'I look like a sheepdog' laments Premier Ford as barbers, hair stylists remain closed

VIDEO: 'I look like a sheepdog' laments Premier Ford as barbers, hair stylists remain closed

Doug Ford tells reporters he needs a hair cut as much as anyone these days
VIDEO: Is it time to visit family and friends? Not just yet, says Health Minister

VIDEO: Is it time to visit family and friends? Not just yet, says Health Minister

Health Minister hopes to have answers soon
Salons and barbers to take a financial hit as they start to reopen

Salons and barbers to take a financial hit as they start to reopen

Salons and barbershops are starting to reopen in some parts of Canada with more on the way, but the industry says the measures needed to keep everyone safe while getting a haircut will mean a big financial hit
CANADA: Schools face daunting, unique reopening challenges during pandemic

CANADA: Schools face daunting, unique reopening challenges during pandemic

Experts weigh in on how schools can adapt to the new reality