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• Blood Tribe working to protect members after declaring state of emergency

  17-03-2020 23:43 via globalnews.ca
  
  Southern Alberta’s Blood Tribe has zero confirmed cases of COVID-19, but chief and council declared a local state of emergency on Monday night. Danica Ferris has more on how the community is trying to get ahead of the pandemic.
  
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• Alberta courts announce changes amidst COVID-19 pandemic - Lethbridge News Now

  17-03-2020 23:27 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
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• Essential services for Calgarians will stay in place, officials say

  17-03-2020 23:24
  
  City officials are reassuring residents of Calgary that all essential services, including police, fire and transit, will remain in place during the COVID-19 pandemic. Calgary police chief Mark Neufeld says all officers are equipped with protective equipment and there is enough stock and supply for the weeks and months ahead. He adds they are also updating their capabilities to ensure residents have a way to report crimes without going to district office. "Our members will continue to respond to
  
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• Calgary addresses growing concern over COVID-19 pandemic

  17-03-2020 23:24
  
  Officials with the City of Calgary are sharing further details on the response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the services in place for residents. CTV Calgary will have the availability live as it happens on our website. Alberta Health reported earlier Tuesday afternoon there are 23 new cases of coronavirus in the province, the largest day-over-day increase. There are 97 confirmed cases of the illness in Alberta.
  
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• Anyone who returns to Calgary after international travel ordered to self-isolate

  17-03-2020 23:24
  
  Anyone who has travelled outside of the country, no matter how, is being told to self-isolate themselves for 14 days upon returning to their home in the City of Calgary, officials say. The order came from Tom Sampson, chief of the Calgary Emergency Management Agency, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. "If you have been travelling, if you feel sick or if you have been told to isolate, I am going to underline for you the need to stay home," he said. "This is the only way we will stop the spread
  
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• Classes back in session at Calgary private school through video conferencing

  17-03-2020 22:53
  
  Students at West Island College (WIC) have resumed their studies as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to prevent them from attending class in person. The private school in southeast Calgary has introduced video conferencing to allow its students in grades seven through 12 to continue their education from home without interruption. Chantal Gionet, WIC's CEO and head of school, says the transition to online learning has been smooth and she's proud of the collaborative accomplishment. "Our teachers a
  
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• Lethbridge police seek SUV driver after road rage ends in rollover

  17-03-2020 22:44
  
  A high-speed road rage incident last week that ended in a rollover crash has Lethbridge police looking for the driver of a light-coloured SUV. Police say at around 6:30 p.m. on March 10, emergency crews were called to a crash at Fifth Avenue N. east of Stafford Drive. According to police, a road rage incident between a northbound driver on Stafford Drive and an unknown driver of a light-coloured SUV reached speeds upwards of 100 km/h prior to the crash. The first vehicle crashed when it tried to
  
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• City limiting Access-A-Ride use and Animal Shelter visitation - Lethbridge News Now

  17-03-2020 22:36 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
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• 'Higher-than-usual' traffic expected at border crossing in Coutts, Alta.

  17-03-2020 22:32
  
  Officials with the Canada Border Services Agency say as travelers are expected to be returning to the country over the next few weeks, there could be huge lineups at land crossings especially because of coronavirus concerns. In order to process the large volume of people, particularly at Coutts, Alta., officials say an operational plan has been put in place. To make sure you can get through with the least amount of delay, the CBSA advises you to keep the following tips in mind:Have travel docume
  
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• LPS looking for suspect in “road rage” incident - Lethbridge News Now

  17-03-2020 22:16 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
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• Province cancels changes to physician pay structure because of pandemic

  17-03-2020 22:01
  
  The province announced Tuesday that it will not go ahead with changes to physician’s pay structure as was previously planned for March 31, because the province is in a health emergency. In a statement, Alberta Health Minister Tyler Shandro said, “During these unprecedented times, we want to ensure physicians on the front lines can focus solely on providing patient care. “We’ve heard concerns that this change would result in what has been called ‘10-minute medicine.&
  
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• ‘We have to take more aggressive meassures to contain the spread of the virus’: Kenney

  17-03-2020 21:38 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta Premier Jason Kenney explains why the government thought now was the time to declare a public health emergency.
  
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• Kenney explains the impact of declaring a public health emergency over COVID-19

  17-03-2020 21:37 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta Premier Jason Kenney explains what declaring a public health emergency will do for the province.
  
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• It's okay for kids go to playgrounds as long as they stay safe, Alberta Health Services says

  17-03-2020 21:37
  
  Now that hundreds of thousands of Alberta children are out of school for the near future and the list of closed facilities continues to grow, many parents are concerned about safety when it comes to sending their children outside. Alberta Health Services says the anxiety is understandable, but it encourages families to limit social interaction whenever possible. "Particularly where it will be hard to maintain social distance and expose you and your child to surfaces that may not be sanitary," of
  
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• Alberta government halts changes to doctors’ pay for complex modifiers

  17-03-2020 21:34 via globalnews.ca
  
  "During these unprecedented times, we want to ensure physicians on the front lines can focus solely on providing patient care."
  
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• Alberta Dental Association suspends all non-emergency dental services

  17-03-2020 21:23
  
  Dentists in Alberta have been ordered to suspend all non-emergency services by the province's dental association due to the COVID-19 outbreak. In an urgent message released Tuesday, the Alberta Dental Association & College (ADAC) said the decision was effective immediately. The ADAC said dentists can continue to provide emergency services, such as treating oral-facial trauma, significant infection, bleeding or pain that can't be managed by over-the-counter medication. "At a minimum, you must
  
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• Jason Kenney declares public health emergency over COVID-19 in Alberta

  17-03-2020 21:06 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta Premier Jason Kenney announces the government is declaring a public health emergency over COVID-19. ​
  
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• Coronavirus: Alberta Dental Association suspends all non-emergent treatment, services

  17-03-2020 20:50 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Alberta Dental Association and College said in a notice on Tuesday that it was suspending all non-emergent treatments and services "effective immediately." 
  
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• Airdrie RCMP establishes COVID-19 response team to maintain public safety

  17-03-2020 20:38
  
  Police in the City of Airdrie say measures are being put into place to help protect the public and staff from coming into contact with the coronavirus. RCMP say they have put together a response team to focus on a number of crucial health areas including employee health, public health and operations. In order to make sure all their staff stay health, they are following the strict guidelines set out by AHS about members who are returning from other destinations or who are experiencing symptoms of
  
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• Coronavirus: Tokyo Smoke, Tweed among first pot shops to close

  17-03-2020 20:33 via globalnews.ca
  
  Canopy Growth is rolling out plans to temporarily close all of it's corporate-owned Tokyo Smoke and Tweed retail locations across Canada.
  
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• Premier Jason Kenney to share ‘important update’ on COVID-19 in Alberta

  17-03-2020 20:04 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta Premier Jason Kenney is set to provide an "important update on COVID-19" at the legislature at 1:15 p.m. MT Tuesday.
  
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• Premier Jason Kenney declares COVID-19 public health emergency in Alberta

  17-03-2020 20:04 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta Premier Jason Kenney is set to provide an "important update on COVID-19" at the legislature at 1:15 p.m. MT Tuesday.
  
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• 'The situation is very serious': COVID-19 pandemic prompts Alberta to declare a state of public health emergency

  17-03-2020 20:01
  
  Alberta Premier Jason Kenney declared a public state of health emergency on Tuesday in an effort to combat the growing spread of COVID-19.  "The situation is very serious," said Kenney. "Decisive action is needed and we are taking that action."  "We have to take more aggressive measures to contain the virus, more aggressive social distancing measures."   Kenney also announced a number of new measures on social distancing as recommended by provincial health authorities, includ
  
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• 'The situation is very serious': COVID-19 pandemic prompts Alberta to declare a provincial state of emergency

  17-03-2020 20:01
  
  Alberta Premier Jason Kenney declared a provincial state of emergency on Tuesday in an effort to combat the growing spread of COVID-19.  "The situation is very serious," said Kenney.  Kenney also announced a number of new measures intended to limit social spread of the virus through isolation, including a ban on any gatherings of more than 50 people.  Albertans are now prohibited from visiting a number of venues including: rec centres, casinos, fitness centres and indoor children'
  
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• 'The situation is very serious': Alberta to declare a state of public health emergency over COVID-19

  17-03-2020 20:01
  
  Alberta Premier Jason Kenney declared a public state of health emergency on Tuesday in an effort to combat the growing spread of COVID-19.  "The situation is very serious," said Kenney. "Decisive action is needed and we are taking that action."  "We have to take more aggressive measures to contain the virus, more aggressive social distancing measures."   Kenney also announced a number of new measures on social distancing as recommended by provincial health authorities, includ
  
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• Kenney to issue 'important' COVID-19 update at 1:15 p.m.

  17-03-2020 20:01
  
  Alberta Premier Jason Kenney is set to issue an "important" COVID-19 update at 1:15 p.m. It's unclear what Kenney will announce. Alberta's top doctor Deena Hinshaw has been issuing daily COVID-19 case count updates and is scheduled to speak at 3:30 p.m. Watch Kenney's news conference on our website.
  
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• Calgary service industry searches for answers as COVID-19 prompts layoffs and closures

  17-03-2020 19:50
  
  Questions remain surrounding how laid off employees will continue to be supported as several Calgary bars and restaurants close their doors amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Trolley 5 Brewpub on 17th Avenue announced its closure on Monday evening. A total of 68 employees were affected with the majority of part-time staff laid off Tuesday morning. "The decision has been tough, not just for us, but for probably every single other restaurant and bar out there," said Ernie Tsu, owner of Trolley 5 Brewpub.
  
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• Coronavirus: Major Canadian grocers to offer special hours for seniors to stock up

  17-03-2020 19:48 via globalnews.ca
  
  Some major Canadian grocery retailers have announced special plans to ensure some of the people most vulnerable to the new coronavirus will be able to get supplies.
  
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• Banff declares a state of emergency amid coronavirus pandemic

  17-03-2020 19:31 via globalnews.ca
  
  Effective immediately, all gatherings are limited to less than 50 people, including employees and customers.
  
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• Banff declares a state of emergency amid Corona virus pandemic

  17-03-2020 19:31 via globalnews.ca
  
  Effective immediately, all gatherings are limited to less than 50 people, including employees and customers.
  
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• Province orders Alberta casinos to close amid COVID-19 pandemic

  17-03-2020 19:24 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Alberta Liquor and Gaming Commission, which oversees casinos, says in an emailed statement that it's taking COVID-19 seriously.
  
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• Alberta casinos still open despite coronavirus mass gathering limitations

  17-03-2020 19:24 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Alberta Liquor and Gaming Commission, which oversees casinos, says in an emailed statement that it's taking COVID-19 seriously.
  
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• Amazon suspends shipments of non-essential items - Lethbridge News Now

  17-03-2020 19:14 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Amazon suspends shipments of non-essential items  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Sobey's offers special hours for senior shoppers amid COVID-19 pandemic

  17-03-2020 19:12
  
  A special shopping event for seniors that began at an Edmonton Sobeys store is expanding to locations across Canada. Belmont Sobeys came up with the idea: a dedicated time when seniors can do their grocery shopping in a calmer environment with extra help if they need it. Now it is being embraced in more stores across the country. The national "Seniors Shopping Hour" events will begin on Friday, March 20. "We'll devote the first hour of operations at many of our stores to those most vulnerable an
  
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• Many small businesses in Canada 'won't survive' drop in revenue due to COVID-19: CFIB

  17-03-2020 19:10
  
  Half of the country's small businesses have already seen a big drop in sales due to the COVID-19 pandemic and a new report says many will be pushed to the limit if the crisis continues to grow. The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) says, according to a recent survey, the early impacts of the pandemic on the economy have been "massive." "A full quarter of small firms would not be able to survive for more than a month with a drop in business income of more than 50 per cent," said
  
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• Lethbridge School Division continues COVID-19 planning - Lethbridge News Now

  17-03-2020 19:06 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Lethbridge School Division continues COVID-19 planning  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Town of Banff declares local state of emergency, restrictions include dance floor closures

  17-03-2020 19:00
  
  In response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Banff's mayor has announced the declaration of a local state of emergency and the introduction of restrictions designed to reduce the likelihood of infection. Officials announced the decision Tuesday morning and the restrictions on local businesses and organizations went into effect immediately. The restrictions include:Limiting capacity at businesses to the lesser of 50 people or 50 per cent of the fire load capacity. Closing dance floors at local n
  
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• Pets and COVID-19: what you need to know - Lethbridge News Now

  17-03-2020 18:34 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
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• Alberta confirms 23 new cases of COVID-19, bringing total to 97

  17-03-2020 18:34
  
  There are 23 new cases of COVID-19 in Alberta, the largest day-over-day increase yet in the province. Out of the 12,258 Albertans who have tested for COVID-19, 97 have the virus. There are 70 cases in the Calgary zone, 20 in the Edmonton zone, three in the Central zone, three in the South zone and one in the North zone. Five patients remain in hospital, while all others are self-isolating at home. Six of Alberta's cases attended the same dental conference in Vancouver, growing the concern for co
  
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• Alberta confirms 23 new cases of COVID-19

  17-03-2020 18:34
  
  There are 23 new cases of COVID-19 in Alberta, increasing the province's total to 97. This is a breaking news story. More to come. Original story follows. The province will provide its latest COVID-19 update at 3:30 p.m. On Monday, Dr. Deena Hinshaw, Alberta's chief medical officer of health, reported 18 new coronavirus cases — increasing the province's total count to 74. Hinshaw issued the update in self-isolation with cold symptoms, but her COVID-19 test came back negative Tuesday. READ
  
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• Alberta to sell native grassland despite government promises no Crown land would be sold

  17-03-2020 18:25 via globalnews.ca
  
  The land east of Taber in southern Alberta is to be auctioned off March 31. The starting bid for the 65-hectare plot is $440,000.
  
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• Have tickets for a cancelled event? Steps for securing your refund

  17-03-2020 18:04
  
  With a growing list of cancelled concerts, shows and sporting events across North America, getting your money back could prove to be a frustrating endeavour as other fans attempt to do the same. Ticketmaster is encouraging ticket holders to not reach out directly for refund requests as the ticketing agency is currently experiencing a high volume of calls and emails regarding cancelled and rescheduled events. The organization confirms its policy to automatically refund the cost of tickets and fee
  
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• Alberta to sell Crown-owned grassland near Taber despite promise not to

  17-03-2020 18:03
  
  The Alberta government is looking to auction off a small patch of native prairie to be plowed under despite recent promises that no Crown land would be put up for sale. “The province of Alberta sees the unlimited potential in this quarter and has selected it for sale to the public,” says the land description from the auction company. “Never privately owned and always in pasture, the land offers up unlimited options for added value production to today's discerning consumers. Thi
  
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• Alberta’s Dr. Deena Hinshaw tests negative for COVID-19, back at work Tuesday

  17-03-2020 17:54 via globalnews.ca
  
  Dr. Deena Hinshaw, Alberta's chief medical officer of health, has tested negative for COVID-19, one day after she went into self isolation after developing a sore throat.
  
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• Alberta doctors urge government to do more amid coronavirus pandemic

  17-03-2020 17:39 via globalnews.ca
  
  "We are in the throes of a national emergency with the arrival of COVID-19 in Canada," wrote Dr. Lana Myroniuk, a family doctor in Edmonton.
  
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• Man charged after Lethbridge taxi driver robbed at knifepoint

  17-03-2020 17:36
  
  Police say a Good Samaritan stepped in to stop a robbery after a man allegedly held a knife to a Lethbridge taxi driver's throat. A 20-year-old man is now facing charges. Just before midnight on March 15, police were notified of a robbery after a taxi driver picked up a fare from the 7-Eleven on Columbia Blvd. W. "After driving him a short distance to his destination he held a knife to her throat and demanded cash," police said in a release. The taxi driver yelled for help and a Good Samaritan w
  
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• Lethbridge Police arrest man after allegedly robbing taxi driver - Lethbridge News Now

  17-03-2020 17:27 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
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• Alberta's chief health officer tests negative for coronavirus

  17-03-2020 17:20
  
  Alberta's top doctor tested negative for COVID-19 after she started experiencing cold-like symptoms, Dr. Deena Hinshaw said on Tuesday. Hinshaw, Alberta's Chief Medical Officer of Health, delivered her daily coronavirus update via teleconferencing Monday after going into self-isolation. On Tuesday, she learned she did not have the novel coronavirus.Another personal update. The results of my test have come back negative for COVID-19. This morning, I returned to work in person after self-isolating
  
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• Raymond woman charged with assaulting two seniors in Lethbridge - Lethbridge News Now

  17-03-2020 17:19 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Raymond woman charged with assaulting two seniors in Lethbridge  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Hot coffee thrown on Lethbridge seniors leads to assault charges

  17-03-2020 17:15
  
  After allegedly throwing cups of hot coffee at a pair of seniors trying to thwart a robbery, a southern Alberta woman was arrested and is now facing charges of assault. Police say a film festival was underway at the Lethbridge Public Library on March 11 when a female took a laptop and two cups of hot coffee from one of the rooms. A 73-year-old organizer of the event confronted the woman, telling her the laptop was library property. "Following a brief verbal altercation she threw one of the cups
  
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