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Fri, 17 Dec 2021 20:06:00 EST
How Ontario hospitals are planning for the Omicron wave — and what they’re worried about
ERs are already crowded and staffing issue are a concern. “We have to be aware that everything will look OK until suddenly it isn’t.”

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 16:07:00 EST
Ontario cuts indoor gathering limits, restaurant hours as Omicron drives new COVID-19 infections
Ontario’s indoor social gathering limit will be cut from 25 people to 10 starting Sunday, and restaurants and bars will have to close at 11 p.m.

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 12:09:00 EST
Canada lifts African travel bans, restores COVID-19 pre-arrival tests for short trips
The federal government’s evolving COVID-19 border control measures underwent another shift Friday, as Ottawa reversed its travel ban on 10 African countries and reintroduced pre-arrival testing requirements for those returning to Canada from short ...

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 18:49:00 EST
Omicron surge puts pressure on COVID testing system
Ontario’s lab-testing system is already showing signs of strain amid rising Omicron case counts.

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 19:59:00 EST
‘Immensely frustrating.’ Residents empty-handed after lining up outside LCBOs in search of free rapid tests
Despite word that 100 Ontario LCBOs would be providing free COVID-19 test kits, many stores did not receive them and had no clue when they would arrive.

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 18:16:03 EST
Omicron restrictions will be ‘death sentence’ for Ontario businesses unless supports are introduced, industry groups warn
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce called on the government to provide targeted relief including loan forgiveness and extensions on payment terms, particularly for small businesses.

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 06:48:00 EST
Today’s coronavirus news: Canada reinstates PCR tests for short trips abroad; two Leafs players test positive; Ontario reports 3,124 cases
Meanwhile, health experts have called on Ontarians to wear snug-fitting masks with at least two layers that eliminate gaps; Pfizer plans study of COVID-19 vaccine children under four.

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 05:00:00 EST
How a terrifying blaze at 200 Wellesley brought a fire crew to its knees — and changed the way Toronto fights highrise fires forever
As cities build upwards, wind-driven fires in highrises, which can erupt like a blowtorch, are a growing concern for fire departments around the world.

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 23:09:11 EST
Toronto police Chief James Ramer tests positive for COVID-19
Ramer was tested “out of abundance of caution” because of his regular interactions with members of the community and police service, the TPS said.

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 17:18:17 EST
Timeline: How NHL outbreaks connect to one game in Calgary
There are other outbreaks around the league, to be sure, but the Flames have confirmed the Omicron variant was identified within their group.

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 16:00:00 EST
Metrolinx extends Presto supplier’s contract for three years at more than $400 million without bidding process: source
The agreement with Accenture for the regional fare card system has been criticized for ballooning costs and questionable performance.

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 07:24:24 EST
Toronto police search for missing woman, 34, and her four children



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