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We’re helping to #FlattenTheCurve by preventing all travellers who have #COVID19 symptoms, regardless of their citizenship, from boarding flights to #Canada . Learn more: http://ow.ly/NUnN30qqyFl 

3/5 #Volunteers are putting together hygiene kits for people experiencing homelessness; finding new ways to keep vulnerable populations involved in programming #NVW2020 #CheersToVolunteers #COVID19

2/5 #Volunteers are reaching out by getting groceries, medicines and other essential supplies for our cherished elders #OlderAdults #ProtecttheVulnerable #CheersToVolunteers #NVW2020 #COVID19

1/5 I’m taking a moment to recognise #NationalVolunteerWeek - expressing my thanks to the countless Canadians who are giving of their time to help during these difficult times. #NVW2020 #CheersToVolunteers #COVID19 #StayAtHome

6/6 To prevent a resurgence of #COVID19 epidemic growth we must prevent similar outbreaks from occurring in shelters & other crowded (or congregate) living settings. We’ve got to build up all protections & address all vulnerabilities. #PhysicalDistancing

2/6 We’ve got to act quickly to address weak points before the virus is introduced to other vulnerable settings. We can’t let the virus jump ahead of us again. #ProtecttheVulnerable #PlanktheCurve #CrushtheCurve

1/6 #COVID19 key concerns in : As we continue to make progress to #SlowtheSpread of COVID-19, we are experiencing bumps in the road that remind us we can’t let down our guard. #PhysicalDistancing remains vitally important. #StayAtHome

Over 610,000 people have been tested for #COVID19 in , with over 6.5% confirmed as positive. Provinces & territories continue to strengthen capacity to maintain testing at a high rate to better #TestandTrace where spread is occurring.

We expect meat plants to follow the advice and guidance provided by @GovCanHealth and local public health authorities in addressing a #COVID19 outbreak. Decisions to suspend operations are the result of their cooperation with local and provincial health authorities.