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Ontario mobilizing manufacturing to fight COVID-19
New website seeks ideas, solutions, innovations to ramp up production of needed coronavirus supplies.
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Ski Doo maker BRP suspends dividend to preserve flexibility
Comes as the company reported a Q4 profit of $118.4 million.
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Toyota extends Canadian plant closures after employee tests positive for COVID-19
All plants closed from March 23 through April 3, with production resuming on April 6.
COVID-19 pandemic brings out the best in many Canadian communities
Amid the headlines are scattered myriad posts from organizations and individuals trying to strike a more positive tone.
Doing business in the time of COVID-19: EDC
The challenge to the global economy and Canadian exporters depends on the severity and longevity of COVID-19.
Canadian Natural cuts spending, as more producers trim capital plans
Will also cut CEO and other executive salaries and board members have agreed to cut their fees.
Chinese factories face new threat: US anti-virus controls
Might disrupt the flow of microchips and other components manufacturers need.
COVID, law fears fuel spike in firearms, ammunition sales across Canada
Buyers are stocking up while they can – a development that has alarmed gun-control advocates.
Ontario legislature expected to pass emergency COVID bill to help workers
Will apply to employees under investigation, supervision or treatment for the virus.
Canada, US working out details of cross-border non-essential travel ban
…such as border agents are to distinguish between essential and non-essential travellers.
Trump confirms Canada-US border to be closed to non-essential travel
Essential travel will be allowed to continue to preserve critical supply chains.
Automakers shut North American plants over coronavirus fears
Most said they’ll have to evaluate the spread of the virus before reopening.
Airports poised to lose $1.3B amid travel collapse, says industry group
Many major airlines will be operating at half capacity by next month amid border closures and slashed flight schedules.
Employers need to give paid sick days to fight COVID-19
Breaking the subculture of presenteeism is vital to help contain contagious diseases and viruses.
Trudeau promises $82B in economic supports for COVID-19 fight
Financial aid package is equivalent to about 3% of Canada’s gross domestic product.
