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UBC speech scientist breaks down the threat of 'speaking moistly'

UBC speech scientist breaks down the threat of 'speaking moistly'

"What’s become clear in the current situation is that we need to have researchers coming together who really understand speech and who really understand airborne pathogens."
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Trudeau announces $1.7b to help Alberta energy sector 'clean up' orphaned wells

Trudeau announces $1.7b to help Alberta energy sector 'clean up' orphaned wells

"We need to help Canadians," said PM Trudeau in his Friday morning address to the nation
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Is it or isn't it? How we know when we're in a recession

Is it or isn't it? How we know when we're in a recession

Everyone knows that Canada is in a deep economic slump...but are we actually in a recession?
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Does letting kids get COVID-19 help build immunity among the wider society?

Does letting kids get COVID-19 help build immunity among the wider society?

Quebec's government is considering what academics across the country are calling a "sickness strategy"
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‘Significant’ time until border restrictions ease, says Trudeau

‘Significant’ time until border restrictions ease, says Trudeau

Meanwhile, businesses hard up for cash may have another relief valve after tweaks to a federal program
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B.C. unemployment will soon hit 14%: think tank

B.C. unemployment will soon hit 14%: think tank

What happened : Conference Board of Canada says B.C.
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National 'Takeout Day' encourages Canadians to support our foodservice industry

National 'Takeout Day' encourages Canadians to support our foodservice industry

What's for dinner? If you can swing it, order from a local restaurant today
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Canada has enough food but COVID-19 will still cause challenges, says Agriculture Minister

Canada has enough food but COVID-19 will still cause challenges, says Agriculture Minister

The country has enough food, but there are COVID-19 related issues affecting farms and processing plants
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Ottawa expands CERB, tops up essential workers’ pay as economy shrinks 9% in March

Ottawa expands CERB, tops up essential workers’ pay as economy shrinks 9% in March

Trudeau announced today the gov would loosen the eligibility requirements for access to CERB funds for many Canadian workers
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Parks Canada suspends camping, activities, and events until at least May 31

Parks Canada suspends camping, activities, and events until at least May 31

Parks Canada is calling on Canadians to stay home
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