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• Canadian oil sector welcomes federal aid for large firms despite climate change conditions

  11-05-2020 23:39 via globalnews.ca
  
  The oil and gas sector and the Alberta government are applauding a federal financing relief package for large Canadian companies despite conditions that could link the aid to an individual company's climate change goals.
  
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• What constitutes price gouging in Alberta during a pandemic?

  11-05-2020 23:32
  
  One Calgary business has been charged and complaints have been made against hundreds of others, but what actually constitutes price gouging in Alberta during a pandemic? This may come as a surprise to some, but there isn't an actual formula that lays out when or how much prices can be increased before crossing into gouging territory. Instead, members of the Service Alberta consumer investigations unit (CIU) use "common sense" to decide whether a warning letter or further enforcement is needed, s
  
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• Lethbridge-East MLA chairing task force on student transportation - Lethbridge News Now

  11-05-2020 23:11 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Lethbridge-East MLA chairing task force on student transportation  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Tesla's Elon Musk defies lockdown order, restarts California factory

  11-05-2020 23:09
  
  Tesla CEO Elon Musk is restarting its California factory in defiance of local government efforts to contain the coronavirus. In a tweet Monday, Musk practically dared authorities to arrest him, writing that he would be on the assembly line and if anyone is taken into custody, it should be him. State law allows a fine of up to $1,000 a day or up to 90 days in jail for operating in violation of health orders.Newsletter sign-up: Get The COVID-19 Brief sent to your inboxThe plant in Fremont, a city
  
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• 'We're pleased': Alta. finance minister says federal loan program will help oil and gas companies impacted by COVID-19

  11-05-2020 22:21
  
  The Alberta government is pleased with the loan program announced by the federal government Monday aimed to help large companies get through the pandemic. The Large Employer Emergency Financing Facility (LEEFF), described as "bridge loans, not bailouts" by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, will help companies with annual revenues of $300 million or more who need at least $60 million to maintain operations and staff on payroll. The financial sector is not eligible, though the package includes the en
  
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• Kimberley City Bakery hits 100-year milestone: owners looking to sell

  11-05-2020 21:35 via globalnews.ca
  
  A small bakery in a small town has caused quite the stir, winning multiple awards and becoming a well-known hot spot for croissants and apple fritters. After celebrating its 100th year in business, the current owners are looking to sell. Eloise Therien explains why, and what their plans are next.
  
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• Death of former Calgary Stampeder Mike Labinjo deemed suspicious

  11-05-2020 20:54
  
  After investigators received new information, the death of former Calgary Stampeder Mike Labinjo has been deemed suspicious, police said Monday. Labinjo was found dead in his home on Sept. 21, 2018 and the circumstances of his death was believed to be criminal in nature, police said at the time. Family members reported many of his personal belongings were missing from his home after his death, however, and a theft investigation revealed that numerous items and sports memorabilia had been stolen.
  
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• OHS investigation finds Cargill did not consult workers during safety investigation

  11-05-2020 20:36
  
  Cargill has been granted an extension by Occupational Health and Safety following a review of the plant near High River that found workers were not consulted during last month’s safety investigation, which is required by law. OHS has granted the company until May 18th to be in compliance, listing a set of demands that include:Report to OHS the time, place, and nature of any worker exposure to confirmed or suspected cases of COVID-19 infections Carry out an investigation into the circumstan
  
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• Student transportation the focus of province's latest task force

  11-05-2020 19:59
  
  The provincial government has created a 13-member committee assigned to explore the issue of student transportation in Alberta. The student transportation task force — comprised of five MLA,  nine school authorities and five  representatives from busing companies — will discuss potential improvements to the way children get to publicly-funded schools in the province. "We committed to improving and modernizing the education system in Alberta," said Education Minister Adriana
  
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• PM Trudeau: One jurisdiction's misstep could see COVID-19 efforts 'go up in smoke'

  11-05-2020 19:37
  
  Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says everything Canadians have worked for in the fight against COVID-19 could "go up in smoke" if reopening happens too quickly — or if just one jurisdiction makes the wrong decisions. "I think we're all feeling pressure from Canadians to get this right," Trudeau said, speaking from the front steps of Rideau Cottage on Monday. "We understand that the sacrifices we've all made for the past two months of staying home, of self-isolating, of keeping two metres dis
  
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• Hinshaw to deliver Alberta's COVID-19 update at 3:30 p.m.

  11-05-2020 19:31
  
  Alberta's top doctor will resume her daily COVID-19 updates on Monday at 3:30 p.m. Over the weekend, the province reported 155 cases of the coronavirus after 7,734 tests, as well as two more deaths. Alberta has a total of 6,253 cases — 4,389 recovered and 1,747 active — and 117 deaths.Infographics: COVID-19 in Alberta by the numbers This is what we know about Alberta's COVID-19 cases More at Edmonton.ctvnews.ca/coronavirusHospitalization numbers decreased over the weekend to 71 patie
  
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• Alberta reports 49 new cases of COVID-19, two deaths

  11-05-2020 19:31
  
  Alberta's chief medical officer of health reported 49 new cases of COVID-19 and two more deaths Monday. The province now has a total of 6,300 cases — 4,659 recovered and 1,524 active — and 117 deaths. Two deaths previously associated with COVID-19 were determined to be unrelated. The two latest deaths were patients at continuing care homes in the Calgary and North zones. There are 73 COVID-19 cases in hospital, including 12 in ICU, Dr. Deena Hinshaw said. Alberta Health Services cond
  
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• Alberta reports 47 new cases of COVID-19, two deaths

  11-05-2020 19:31
  
  Alberta's chief medical officer of health reported 47 new cases of COVID-19 and two more deaths Monday. The province now has a total of 6,300 cases — 4,659 recovered and 1,524 active — and 117 deaths. Two deaths previously associated with COVID-19 were determined to be unrelated. The two latest deaths were patients at continuing care homes in the Calgary and North zones.Infographics: COVID-19 in Alberta by the numbers This is what we know about Alberta's COVID-19 cases More at Edmont
  
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• Dr. Deena Hinshaw to provide update on COVID-19 in Alberta Monday afternoon

  11-05-2020 19:06 via globalnews.ca
  
  Dr. Deena Hinshaw will provide an update at 3:30 p.m. on the current case numbers as well as Alberta's response to the pandemic.
  
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• 2 additional COVID-19 deaths in Alberta, Hinshaw ‘encouraged’ by fewer daily cases

  11-05-2020 19:06 via globalnews.ca
  
  Dr. Deena Hinshaw will provide an update at 3:30 p.m. on the current case numbers as well as Alberta's response to the pandemic.
  
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• Lethbridge County asking residents to watch what they flush - Lethbridge News Now

  11-05-2020 18:53 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Lethbridge County asking residents to watch what they flush  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Métis Nation of Alberta announces additional supports for citizens in response to COVID-19

  11-05-2020 18:42 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Métis Nation of Alberta has released the second phase of its province-wide action plan in response to the COVID-19 outbreak.
  
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• Medicine Hat senior caught driving 102 km/hr in 50 zone - Lethbridge News Now

  11-05-2020 18:35 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Medicine Hat senior caught driving 102 km/hr in 50 zone  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Coronavirus outbreak: Scheer asks Morneau ‘is this it?’ when it comes to support for oil and gas sector

  11-05-2020 17:49 via globalnews.ca
  
  Federal Finance Minister Bill Morneau announced Monday that the federal government says it will provide loans and financing to the country’s largest employers to help them weather the COVID-19 economic crisis. Speaking to reporters in Ottawa on Monday, Conservative leader Andrew Scheer said he would ask Morneau “is this it?” when it comes to financial...
  
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• Coronavirus outbreak: Scheer addresses COVID-19 outbreak at Cargill meat-packing plant

  11-05-2020 17:46 via globalnews.ca
  
  A wave of COVID-19 infections has hit meat-packing plants across the country. The union representing workers at these facilities says 18 of 37 inspectors working at the Cargill plant in High River, Alta., have tested positive for the virus. Speaking to reporters in Ottawa on Monday, Conservative leader Andrew Scheer was asked what a Conservative...
  
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• Large firms offered millions in loans to stay afloat: PM

  11-05-2020 15:31
  
  The federal government is rolling out a new multimillion-dollar loan program aimed at providing financing access to large employers impacted by COVID-19 and the economic downturn it’s prompted. “These are bridge loans, not bailouts,” said Prime Minister Justin Trudeau during his address to Canadians from Rideau Cottage on Monday. Called the Large Employer Emergency Financing Facility (LEEFF), the plan will allow big companies to access additional liquidity to keep their operati
  
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• Feds offering loans to large companies to withstand economic downturn

  11-05-2020 15:31
  
  The federal government is rolling out a new multimillion-dollar loan program aimed at providing financing access to large employers impacted by COVID-19 and the economic downturn it’s prompted. Called the Large Employer Emergency Financing Facility (LEEFF), the plan will allow big companies to access additional liquidity to keep their operations going, retain workers on payroll, and avoid bankruptcy. The new program comes with a series of terms and conditions. The federal government is off
  
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• Feds offering loans, 'not bailouts' to large companies to stay afloat amid COVID-19: PM

  11-05-2020 15:31
  The federal government is rolling out a new multimillion-dollar loan program aimed at providing financing access to large employers impacted by COVID-19 and the economic downturn it’s prompted. “These are bridge loans, not bailouts,” said Prime Minister Justin Trudeau during his address to Canadians from Rideau Cottage.  Called the Large Employer Emergency Financing Facility (LEEFF), the plan will allow big companies to access additional liquidity to keep their operations
  
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• Province launching online seniors' hub to share COVID-19 resources

  11-05-2020 15:21
  
  The Alberta government is launching a new online seniors' hub to help some of the province's most vulnerable residents get through the COVID-19 pandemic. The hub is called Collaborative Online Resources and Education — or CORE. Its goal is to make it easier for organizations that help seniors to share resources and coordinate services. The hub, which will cost $40,000 to develop, will focus on issues like transportation, food security, social isolation and home supports. "We are using this
  
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• Remains of helicopter crash victim to return to Halifax today

  11-05-2020 15:13
  
  The remains of one of the six victims of a military helicopter crash into the Mediterranean Sea last month are expected to be returned to Halifax today. Maritime Forces Atlantic says a motorcade will escort the remains of Sub-Lt. Abbigail Cowbrough, 23, from Halifax International Airport to the Atlantic Funeral Home in Dartmouth, N.S., starting at 6 p.m. Atlantic Time. It says the motorcade will include members of Cowbrough's family as well as military and civilian dignitaries. The April 29 Cycl
  
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• Police-escorted motorcade to accompany remains of helicopter crash victim

  11-05-2020 15:13
  
  The remains of Sub-Lt. Abbigail Cowbrough, a Royal Canadian Navy sailor killed last month in a helicopter crash off the coast of Greece, were expected to arrive in Halifax on Monday. The Department of National Defence said a police-escorted motorcade would travel from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to the Atlantic Funeral Home in Dartmouth, N.S., starting at 6 p.m. local time. The motorcade's planned route includes a drive past HMC Dockyard along Valour Way, which is home to the Royal C
  
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• Police-escorted motorcade accompanies remains of helicopter crash victim

  11-05-2020 15:13
  
  The remains of Sub-Lt. Abbigail Cowbrough, a Royal Canadian Navy sailor killed last month in a helicopter crash off the coast of Greece, arrived in Halifax on Monday. The Department of National Defence said a police-escorted motorcade would travel from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to the Atlantic Funeral Home in Dartmouth, N.S., starting at 6 p.m. local time. The motorcade's planned route includes a drive past HMC Dockyard along Valour Way, which is home to the Royal Canadian Navy's A
  
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• Warrant issued for suspect in fatal Penbrooke Meadows stabbing

  11-05-2020 14:32
  
  A Canada-wide warrant has been issued for a 25-year-old Calgary man following a Sunday night stabbing that left one man dead. Police and EMS responded to a shopping centre at the intersection of Memorial Drive and 52nd Street S.E. at approximately 10 p.m. following reports of a gravely injured man. The man, who had been the victim of a stabbing, was pronounced dead on scene. An interview of witnesses led police to determine the fatal attack occurred outside the Penbrooke Meadows 7-Eleven, at the
  
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• 1 dead following fatal stabbing in Penbrooke Meadows

  11-05-2020 14:32
  
  One man is dead following a Sunday night stabbing near a southeast strip mall. Police and EMS responded to a shopping centre at the intersection of Memorial Drive and 52nd Street S.E. at approximately 10 p.m. following reports of a gravely injured man. The man, who had been the victim of a stabbing, was pronounced dead on scene. An interview of witnesses led police to determine the fatal attack occurred outside the Penbrooke Meadows 7-Eleven, at the intersection of 52nd Street and Eighth Ave. S.
  
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• 1 dead following fatal attack in Penbrooke Meadows

  11-05-2020 14:32
  
  One man is dead following a Sunday night attack near a southeast strip mall. Police and EMS responded to a shopping centre at the intersection of Memorial Drive and 52nd Street S.E. at approximately 10 p.m. following reports of a gravely injured man. The man was pronounced dead on scene. An interview of witnesses led police to determine the fatal attack occurred outside the Penbrooke Meadows 7-Eleven, at the intersection of 52nd Street and Eighth Ave. S.E., roughly a kilometre south from where t
  
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• Ensign Energy Services suspends quarterly dividend reports $29.3M Q1 loss

  11-05-2020 14:31 via globalnews.ca
  
  Ensign Energy Services Inc. suspended its quarterly dividend as it reported a loss of $29.3 million in its latest quarter.
  
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• Provinces ease COVID-19 restrictions as Tam warns vaccine a ways off

  11-05-2020 10:17
  
  Children played physically distanced games in a Quebec schoolyard and more Ontario shops began offering curbside pickup Monday as Canada's top doctor warned a COVID-19 vaccine is still a ways off. Quebec, which accounts for more than half of the country's roughly 69,000 novel coronavirus cases, was the first province to start allowing kids back to classes. Daycares and elementary schools outside the Montreal area were allowed to open with a maximum of 15 students per classroom. Schools in the ha
  
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• More COVID-19 restrictions being lifted across the country

  11-05-2020 10:17
  
  Some significant steps will be taken today in the slow process of lifting restrictions imposed to limit the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic in Canada. Quebec, which accounts for more than half of the country's novel coronavirus cases, is reopening elementary schools and daycares outside the Montreal area. Students will be subject to physical distancing and frequent handwashing while school officials follow public health guidelines for cleaning and disinfection.Newsletter sign-up: Get The COVID-1
  
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• 'I would do anything for a do-over': Calgary church hopes others learn from their tragic COVID-19 experience

  11-05-2020 04:12
  
  Members of a Calgary church ravaged by COVID-19 in the early days of the pandemic are sharing their stories of grief and healing, after the Chief Medical Health officer cited them as a cautionary tale. "I had the opportunity recently to talk to a faith leader, whose faith community gathered together in mid-March, before many of our public health measures were in place,” Dr Deena Hinshaw said Thurday "The congregation had a worship service, and then gathered together...for a celebratory soc
  
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• Drag queens dance in street for Calgary Mother’s Day

  11-05-2020 03:38 via globalnews.ca
  
  Drag queens brought the party to Calgary neighbourhoods for one unforgettable physically distanced Mother’s Day on Sunday.
  
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• OHS report finds COVID-19 investigation at Cargill High River plant did not include worker representation

  11-05-2020 03:10 via globalnews.ca
  
  Cargill has been given until May 18 to complete its investigation with worker participation.
  
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• WestJet extends flight cancellations into July as COVID-19 keeps passenger loads low

  11-05-2020 02:26
  
  WestJet says it is extending many flight cancellations into early July as it continues to deal with record-low passenger numbers due to COVID-19. In late April, the Calgary-based carrier said it was cancelling some 18,000 flights between May 5 and June 4. An announcement from WestJet on Sunday says domestic route suspensions will continue through July 4, and that several domestic seasonal routes also won't begin until July.Newsletter sign-up: Get The COVID-19 Brief sent to your inboxIt further s
  
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• T & T Supermarket to require face coverings for all shoppers starting Monday

  11-05-2020 02:12
  
  Starting Monday, a popular supermarket chain will force you to wear a mask or other form of facial-covering if you want to shop there. T & T Supermarket is putting the policy in place to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. The chain has already made it mandatory for employees to wear masks, and last month, it started testing customers for fever before they entered. The company will not be handing out masks for would-be shoppers. The chain has stores nationwide, including three in Edmonton.
  
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• New-look Mother’s Day brings out creativity in Calgary residents

  11-05-2020 02:01
  
  Mother’s Day 2020 was a very different type of celebration, but a pandemic, economic shutdown, and even a little snow didn’t stop Calgarians from having fun. Families across the city made sure to show their moms some love Sunday, and they found ways to do it creatively. In the southeast, a local shop celebrated moms in seniors’ care facilities by handing out customized flowers to residents and staff. In total, OMG Roses gave out 460 embossed roses at AgeCare Seton, and another
  
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• COVID claims sixth life in Brooks - Lethbridge News Now

  11-05-2020 00:15 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  COVID claims sixth life in Brooks  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Alberta reports 96 new cases of COVID-19 Sunday; 70% of total cases now recovered

  11-05-2020 00:12 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta confirmed 96 new cases of COVID-19 Sunday, bringing the provincial total to 6,253.
  
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