COVID-19
Ontario’s move pressures feds to reveal national COVID-19 projections
Trudeau says national modelling is coming “soon” but requires more data from provincial and territorial governments.
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Canada faces major medical gear shortage as 68 countries restrict exports
China’s clamp down on defective products further slashes supply from a country that produces half of the world’s PPE.
Ontario, municipalities step up legal measures in fight against COVID-19
Tough powers possible under the Health Protection and Promotion Act with penalties to ensure people self-isolate.
Key power system staff may need to stay at work sites: IESO
If necessary, bed, food and other on-site arrangements have been made to allow the operators to stay at their workplaces.
Employers must show workers prepped to avoid cyber breaches: lawyer
Equip and train staff to be vigilant against data breaches, golden opportunity for cybercriminals.
AltaGas commits $1M in emergency assistance
Financial assistance will be distributed to partners on the frontlines supporting communities addressing the health crisis.
Your computer can help scientists seeking COVID-19 treatments: IBM
Scripps Research project to help scientists virtually screen chemical compounds that might help fight the virus.
Auto sales plunged 48% in March from last year due to outbreak
Started to dive as provinces declared states of emergency, dealerships voluntarily shut down.
Duration of virus measures depends on obeying health authorities: PM
Torontonians told to expect to be restricted to their homes for at least the next 12 weeks.
Cargo ship denied entry to port of Halifax over COVID-19 concerns
Siem Cicero is carrying a shipment of cars, which is considered non-essential.
More hospital gear on the way as industry responds to COVID-19
60 million N95 masks are expected this week, and 1,570 ventilators are on order.
Pandemic could shrink global economy almost 1% in 2020: UN
Decline could be even deeper if restrictions on economic activities extend into the third quarter.
Thornhill Medical to deliver 500 mobile ventilator systems
The MOVES SLC portable life support and ventilator units will be available to support hospitals across Canada by early April.
Supply line disruptions could cause Canadian drug shortage
A lack of medications to fill ordinary prescriptions is an ongoing issue made worse by COVID-19.
Quebec warns of equipment shortage as COVID-19 cases soar
Critical needs include protective equipment such as masks, gloves and gowns.
