New modelling released Wednesday by Ontario’s COVID-19 science advisory table says more than 85 per cent of the eligible population needs to be vaccinated to avoid a lockdown this fall due to the highly contagious delta variant.
Day: September 2, 2021
Crowds of people opposed to COVID-19 vaccinations clogged the streets of Vancouver and demonstrated outside hospitals across B.C. on Wednesday afternoon, earning the indignation of some political leaders. The protests were part of a nationwide walkout urging supporters to “reject the tyranny of mandatory vaccines” organized by Canadian Frontline Nurses, a group that has promoted conspiracy theories about COVID-19.
Federally regulated workplaces and people who have collective bargaining agreements that observe federal holidays will mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept. 30, but the provincial government in Saskatchewan won’t recognize the new statutory holiday as such this year.
Alliston, Ont., native Deanne Rose has experienced and accomplished much in her young career with the Canadian national team. After forgoing an opportunity to turn professional following the 2021 NWSL draft in January, she will look to make a massive leap in the professional game overseas with Reading FC.
At 77, Marie Roy never thought she’d have to look for an apartment again. But last Friday, the new owner of her building announced that her rent would almost double — to $1,150 per month from $580.