CRA owed $10B+ in unpaid COVID benefits
The Canada Revenue Agency reports it is owed more than $10 billion in COVID-19 benefit overpayments. Learn about the agency's efforts to recover funds and what it means for Canadians.
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When Are Vaccine Passports Justified? New Study Weighs In
A new Canadian study proposes an ethical framework for using vaccine certificates in future health crises, weighing liberty against public health needs. Explore the conditions for their use.
Alberta Flu Cases Reach Highest Level Since 2009-10
Alberta reports its highest weekly flu case count since the 2009-10 H1N1 pandemic. Health officials urge vaccination as hospitals prepare for surge. Learn the latest details and symptoms.
Winnipeg's Hanabaekss: A Pandemic Baking Success Story
Jellah Villaflor turned a lockdown hobby into a thriving Winnipeg custom cake business, Hanabaekss. Discover her inspiring journey from her parents' kitchen to sweet entrepreneurial success.
Moderna gets $54.3M funding for bird flu vaccine
Moderna secures major funding to develop a bird flu vaccine, highlighting a global push to prepare for potential pandemics. Read about the coalition's investment.
Canada's population drops for first time since pandemic
Statistics Canada reports the first population decline since the pandemic. Explore the key demographic shifts and economic implications for the country's future.
WHO Chief Upbeat on Finalizing Pandemic Treaty
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus expresses confidence in resolving the final contentious issue of a global pandemic treaty, aiming for a deal in 2025. Learn about the progress and challenges.
Calgary rally protests Alberta disability benefit changes
Demonstrators in Calgary protest Alberta's plan to alter disability benefits next summer. Activists and community groups unite, fearing negative impacts on vulnerable residents.
Ontario writes off $1.4 billion in pandemic PPE, auditor finds
Ontario's auditor general reveals the Ford government wrote off $1.4 billion in personal protective equipment. Discover the details and implications of this massive financial loss.
Ontario doctor challenges $600K repayment for vaccine fees
Dr. Elaine Ma seeks to overturn an order to repay $600,000 in pandemic vaccine administration payments. A Kingston physician's legal battle highlights billing disputes in Ontario's healthcare system.
Canada Disability Benefit AI Service Frustrates Applicant
A Vancouver woman seeking the Canada Disability Benefit was redirected to a costly AI-integrated service, highlighting accessibility concerns in government support systems.
Anglo-Teck Deal Clears Canada Security Test
Canada's national security review for Anglo American's proposed Teck Resources takeover has lapsed, clearing one major hurdle. The deal now faces a crucial economic benefit assessment.
Bird Flu Pandemic Risk: Expert Warns Worse Than COVID
A leading French virologist warns a mutated bird flu virus could cause a pandemic more severe than COVID-19. Learn about the risks and global preparedness efforts.
Bird Flu Could Cause Pandemic Worse Than COVID: Experts
France's Institut Pasteur warns a bird flu pandemic could surpass COVID-19 in severity. Learn about the global risks and necessary preparedness measures.
UK's 'Too Little, Too Late' COVID Response Cost Lives
A UK inquiry finds delayed pandemic measures led to thousands of preventable deaths. Read the damning report on the failed COVID-19 response.
CRA claws back COVID benefits from deceased taxpayer
The CRA is demanding repayment of COVID benefits from a deceased taxpayer's estate, raising questions about policy fairness. Learn how RRSP values triggered this clawback and what it means for seniors.
Trump: Tiffany's Graduation Canceled Over Name, Not Pandemic
Donald Trump claimed his daughter Tiffany's Georgetown graduation was canceled because she's a Trump, not due to COVID-19. Critics fact-check the 2020 pandemic cancellation.
Trump Claims He'd Beat Washington, Lincoln by 25 Points
Donald Trump repeated his questionable claim that pollsters said he'd beat George Washington and Abraham Lincoln by 25 points while discussing COVID-19's impact on his popularity.
Jimmy Kimmel Postpones Show After COVID Diagnosis
Late-night television host Jimmy Kimmel has temporarily halted production of his popular ABC show after testing positive for COVID-19, marking another pandemic-related disruption in the entertainment industry.
Blue Jays' Homecoming: Toronto's Return to Baseball Normalcy
Discover how the Toronto Blue Jays' 2024 home opener became a powerful symbol of Canadian resilience and community healing after years of disruption.
Stars Give $10K Cash to Restaurant Staff
Hollywood stars Sarah Paulson and Diane Keaton deliver unexpected generosity, personally handing out cash to busboys and servers at a Los Angeles restaurant facing pandemic hardships.
Quebec vaccine appointments backlogged amid supply shortage
Quebec's vaccination campaign struggles with massive appointment backlogs as persistent supply shortages leave thousands waiting. Health officials scramble for solutions while public frustration grows.
Canada cuts foreign aid, research funding to pre-pandemic levels
The Canadian government is implementing significant budget cuts to international assistance and academic research, returning spending to 2019 levels amid fiscal constraints.
Trump's Secret Cuomo Endorsement Revealed in New Book
New revelations from Dr. Shireen Madani's book uncover Donald Trump's secret support for Andrew Cuomo during COVID-19, exposing the unexpected political alliance that defied party lines.
The Shocking Price Tag Government Puts on Human Lives
Discover how government agencies put dollar values on human lives through cost-benefit analysis and why these calculations impact your safety and freedom every day.
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