Canada - Coronavirus COVID-19

[Bravo]

Ontario releases data showing how many people could die of COVID-19

 

[musicaljoke]

have ya'll seen this b.s.?

Trump asks medical supply firm 3M to stop selling N95 respirators to Canada

Trump asks medical supply firm 3M to stop selling N95 respirators to Canada

Let's hope that 3M has and their Canadian buyers have purchasing contracts. Perhaps once this is over, we could insist that medical protective supplies and devices are made in Canada. It's a bit like shutting the barn door after the horse is gone, but it might not be 100 yrs before the next outbreak, and the next one may be even more serious.

 

[Sillybilly]

QUEBEC:

Military heading to Quebec, $100M coming for food banks: PM

On Friday, Trudeau announced that Quebec is the first province to ask for the Canadian Armed Forces to be called in to help respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. The province has asked that members of the Canadian Armed Forces deploy to northern Quebec to help isolated communities combat local outbreaks.

Their work on the ground will include helping install tents and medical infrastructure, Trudeau said.

 

[Sillybilly]

BC:

3 more COVID-19 deaths in B.C., but number of new cases lowest in weeks

Dr. Henry looks very, very tired.

 

[dixiegirl1035]

Scheduled to start in about 2 hours, 11 am eastern for those that want to queue or view

 

[dotr]

April 5 2020
https://www.cbc.ca/news/coronavirus-covid-19-1.5522437
The latest:

• Watch special coverage of the Queen's message on CBCNews.ca at 3 p.m. ET
• Trudeau diplomatic, Ford disappointed as Trump orders ban on exports of key COVID-19 supplies.
• Canada's death toll now 274.
• Canada's big banks cut credit card interest rates.
• Rush to secure supplies prompts intense squabbling between states and U.S. government.
• INTERACTIVE | See the latest data on COVID-19 cases in Canada.

''Faced with a White House-ordered ban on exports of key COVID-19 medical supplies to Canada and abroad, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is trying a more diplomatic approach with U.S. President Donald Trump, hoping to convince him such a ban will harm Americans and Canadians alike.

Trudeau says he plans to speak with Trump in the coming days about his administration's order preventing brokers, distributors and other intermediaries from diverting scarce personal protective equipment from the U.S. to other countries like Canada.''


''He highlighted that thousands of medical workers who live in Canada work every day in the United States, helping to treat novel coronavirus patients in America. He also noted Canada supplies the U.S. with many key COVID-19 supplies including pulp for surgical-grade N95 masks, test kits and gloves.''

 

[dotr]

Feeling very grateful to Tommy Douglas for implementing medicare and to his daughter Shirley for advancing free universal health care for Canadians. imo.

 

[LadyL]

Walmart security guard in Sherbrooke run over by man frustrated by COVID-19 measures

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/mont...rSGXoHdRdYp3t5suXXjGc4KTcGT3-32yCoROritadP3b4

 

[LadyL]

Feeling very grateful to Tommy Douglas for implementing medicare and to his daughter Shirley for advancing free universal health care for Canadians. imo.

yes I'm grateful every day to have this benefit in Canada

 

[kmclaren]

Feeling very grateful to Tommy Douglas for implementing medicare and to his daughter Shirley for advancing free universal health care for Canadians. imo.

Yes, I am also grateful for our medical system! And RIP Shirley Douglas.

 

[kmclaren]

Great news! This local company was able to purchase 2 machines to make medical grade masks AND the 1st in Canada to make N95 masks. His regular business is pillows and dog beds.

Coquitlam company retools, first in Canada to produce N95 respirators | Vancouver Sun

 

[Sillybilly]

Good news ... Canada's going to be getting 3M masks

As COVID-19 depletes stockpiles, 3M reaches deal to supply Canada with face masks despite U.S. restrictions

 

[Sillybilly]

Trudeau says details coming soon on help for households to access credit

Speaking at his daily press briefing, Trudeau says moves by Canada’s big banks to reduce credit-card costs for those whose finances have been harmed by COVID-19 is a first step, but that they have to do more for more households ...

 

[Sillybilly]

British Columbia:

Four new COVID-19 deaths in B.C., but number of new cases hits three-week low

 

[LadyL]

Coronavirus: Vaughan manufacturing facility finishes 1st batch of Ontario-made masks

Coronavirus: Vaughan manufacturing facility finishes 1st batch of Ontario-made masks

Ontario Premier Doug Ford loads ASTM Level 3 masks made by The Woodbridge Group in Woodbridge, Ont. on Tuesday, April 7, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn

 

[deugirtni]

Coronavirus: Toronto recalls $200K worth of ‘poor quality’ masks distributed to long-term care homes

In a statement released Tuesday afternoon, City staff said 1,252 boxes containing 50 masks per box — a total of 62,600 masks — were distributed to the municipally-owned long-term care homes on March 28. The masks, which were manufactured in China, were delivered the day before from an unspecified vendor.

“After reports of ripping and tearing, further inspection of the masks determined that the masks ordered did not meet the City’s standard and specifications,” the statement said, adding the masks are being returned to the vendor for a “full refund.”

 

[LadyL]

London Transit driver contracts COVID-19 as 'essential' buses keep rolling

Updated: April 8, 2020

Anyone who rode Route 20 buses over the last two weeks should “continue to practice physical distancing” and use the online assessment tool if they feel sick, LTC said.

London Transit driver contracts COVID-19 as 'essential' buses keep rolling

 

[imstilla.grandma]

Get information on what’s available to: those who have lost income; renters and homeowners; families; seniors; students; businesses; Canadians abroad. There’s also a personal finance section with information on tax and utility bill deferrals. This guide provides the basic benefit information you need to apply for subsidies.
https://newsinteractives.cbc.ca/coronavirusbenefits/

 

[dotr]

Domestic violence calls surge during coronavirus pandemic - CityNews Toronto
“We’re seeing reports coming out of China, Italy and other countries that the number of domestic violence cases have tripled since the pandemic started,” Youssef said. “We know it’s definitely affecting women that are [experiencing] abuse very heavily, because now the resources are very limited, and they’re stuck at home with their abuser 24/7.”

''If you or someone you know needs help, contact the Assaulted Women’s Helpline Crisis Line here:

Toll-free at 1-866-863-0511

Toll-free TTY: 1-866-863-7868

Text #SAFE (#7233): On Rogers, Fido, Bell, or Telus Mobile''

Connect to resources: Shelter Safe https://www.sheltersafe.ca/t

 

[Sillybilly]

British Columbia:

Four new COVID-19 deaths in B.C., but number of new cases hits three-week low

What you need to know about COVID-19 in B.C. on April 8, 2020