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Ontario closes all non-essential services to slow COVID-19 spread

Ontario Premier Doug Ford ordered all non-essential stores and services to close at the end of Tuesday, to slow the spread of COVID-19.
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Provinces, cities crack down on social distancing rules

Provincial and local governments are cracking down on people who are not following social distancing or quarantine rules to try to prevent further spread of COVID-19.
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‘Enough is enough,’ Trudeau toughens talk on isolation

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau toughened his language around self-isolation and social distancing while considering implementing the Emergencies Act.
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Russia’s coronavirus count under scrutiny

Russia has so far kept its amount of coronavirus cases low during the pandemic, but some say many cases of COVID-19 are being labelled something else.
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Parents struggle to homeschool kids during COVID-19

With schools closed across Canada because of COVID-19, parents struggle to keep the learning going at home.
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Manufacturers switch gears to make medical supplies

Canadian manufacturers are answering the government’s call to switch gears to start producing medical supplies during the coronavirus pandemic even if it won’t replace lost business.
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No, 5G doesn’t cause the coronavirus

CBC News debunks an American doctor’s viral video claiming 5G networks caused the coronavirus and shows why it’s untrue.
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The National for March 23, 2020

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COVID-19: Should you social distance from your partner if you live together?

Doctors answer your questions about the coronavirus in Canada, including if you should social distance from your live-in partner or spouse and if you need to keep washing your hands at home.
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Athletes support decision to miss 2020 Olympics, postponement possible

Canadian athletes voiced their support for a decision to not send a team to the Tokyo 2020 Olympics as the Games postponement seemed more likely.
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Trump wants to ease COVID-19 restrictions, get Americans back to work

U.S. President Donald Trump is talking about ways to ease restrictions in place to reduce further spread of COVID-19 and getting people back to work.
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When could COVID-19 cases peak in Canada?

Infectious disease specialist Dr. Isaac Bogoch discusses when the cases of COVID-19 in Canada could peak and the role that social distancing will play.
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Medical supplies running low as COVID-19 cases surge

As confirmed cases of COVID-19 surge across Canada, health-care workers are increasingly concerned they will soon be running out of protective equipment like masks.
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Families speak out about having a loved one with COVID-19

Family members of people who are ill or who have died from COVID-19 are speaking out about the experience and why they wouldn’t wish it on anyone.
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Iran’s COVID-19 crisis fuelled by politics and religion

How political blinders, false assurances and religious practices contributed to the spread of COVID-19 in Iran.
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COVID-19 could spread quickly in refugee camps

Refugee camps could become a breeding ground for cases of COVID-19 because of the cramped quarters and lack of access to basic hygiene.
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Vancouver closes public areas to increase social distancing

Warm weather brought Vancouver residents out in droves and many weren’t social distancing, so Vancouver is shutting down many public facilities.   
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Canada won’t send team to Tokyo 2020 Olympics

The Canadian Olympic Committee announced late Sunday it won’t send athletes to the Tokyo 2020 Olympics if they are held this summer because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Quebec cracks down on gatherings with police enforcement

The Quebec government has banned all indoor and outdoor gatherings to try and prevent the spread of coronavirus, allowing police to enforce the bans and hand out hefty fines.
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COVID-19 moves kids’ music lessons online

Many businesses are adapting because of COVID-19, one Toronto company has switched to online music lessons.
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Why gloves won’t do much to protect you from COVID-19

Dr. Samir Gupta explains why most people are better off washing their hands with soap and water than wearing gloves for protection against COVID-19.
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COVID-19: When does someone need to go to the hospital?

Doctors answer your questions about the coronavirus in Canada, including when to go to the hospital and how health care workers can protect their families.
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More states desperate for supplies as Trump pledges victory over COVID-19

Roughly 100 million people under lockdown in the U.S. and many states are desperate for tests, masks and ventilators, but President Donald Trump maintained there will be victory over COVID-19.
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The National for March 22, 2020

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Questions surround availability of COVID-19 tests in Canada

Questions are being raised about the availability of COVID-19 in Canada and why there’s no consistent policy about testing.
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How one person can spread COVID-19

An infectious disease specialist explains how one person not staying home can contribute to the spread of COVID-19. 
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Government urges social distancing, isolation to prevent more extreme measures

The federal government is urging Canadians to abide by rules for social distancing and self isolation or they will enact measures to enforce them, including criminal penalties.
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Tension over worker safety during coronavirus pandemic

There is increased tension at some workplaces because of concerns that not enough is being done for worker safety during the coronavirus pandemic.