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ONTARIO: LU researchers find algae from mine tailings promising at killing cancer cells

ONTARIO: LU researchers find algae from mine tailings promising at killing cancer cells

Research into microalgae as a source for new antibiotics led researchers to wonder, ‘What would happen to cancer cells?’ 
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COVID-19: Back-to-school during pandemic means more stress for kids, parents, CMHA says

COVID-19: Back-to-school during pandemic means more stress for kids, parents, CMHA says

There are a number of services available for those struggling
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CANADA: CRA suspends online services after cyberattacks

CANADA: CRA suspends online services after cyberattacks

The decision to suspend CRA's online services comes at a time when many Canadians and businesses have been using the revenue agency's website to apply for and access financial support related to the COVID-19 pandemic
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ONTARIO: Doug Ford to speak at all-virtual Association of Municipalities conference

ONTARIO: Doug Ford to speak at all-virtual Association of Municipalities conference

Also today, 10 cabinet ministers will participate in a forum on "supporting community well-being"
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ONTARIO: Teachers say they're preparing for online and in-class lessons with little guidance

ONTARIO: Teachers say they're preparing for online and in-class lessons with little guidance

The province is giving parents the option to keep kids out of the classroom and have them learn from home, with materials provided by their schools
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ONTARIO: Province provides funding for children who could not be in school

ONTARIO: Province provides funding for children who could not be in school

Parents who haven't yet applied for the funds announced last April are encouraged to apply before the Aug. 31 deadline
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CANADA: Ventilator supply starts to increase as Tam warns of possible surge of COVID-19

CANADA: Ventilator supply starts to increase as Tam warns of possible surge of COVID-19

Flu season and other respiratory infections common in the fall could put added pressure on the system if COVID-19 flares up in a big way
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CANADA: Falls and injuries are a persistent public health problem in long-term care

CANADA: Falls and injuries are a persistent public health problem in long-term care

Hip fractures are a common injury sustained in falls in long-term care
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COVID-19: How isolation has spurred DIY labs, inventions, craft beer

COVID-19: How isolation has spurred DIY labs, inventions, craft beer

With the coronavirus pandemic, people are looking at more ways to explore and conduct research from home
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BEYOND LOCAL: Should universities make students sign COVID-19 waivers?

BEYOND LOCAL: Should universities make students sign COVID-19 waivers?

Law professor says that universities should not make students choose between their education and legal rights
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