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COVID-19: Boots and Hearts, Big Sky country music festivals cancelled this summer

COVID-19: Boots and Hearts, Big Sky country music festivals cancelled this summer

Republic Live says it will honour all 2020 passes for next year’s Boots and Hearts festival
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LIVE: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau holds press conference

LIVE: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau holds press conference

Village Media will carry the livestream
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BEYOND LOCAL: Canadian support for gender equality doesn't match reality, survey suggests

BEYOND LOCAL: Canadian support for gender equality doesn't match reality, survey suggests

Survey found a significant gap between men and women when it comes to which gender they believe enjoys a higher quality of life
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COVID-19: WestJet to use federal wage subsidy program to avoid pilot layoffs

COVID-19: WestJet to use federal wage subsidy program to avoid pilot layoffs

The Calgary-based company said that pilots at WestJet, WestJet Encore and Swoop who were to be laid off either May 1 or June 1 due to the COVID-19 pandemic will remain on the payroll
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COVID-19: What's next for schools after coronavirus?

COVID-19: What's next for schools after coronavirus?

We’re in a tunnel at the moment, and when the pandemic ends what kids and our society needs will look different
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COVID-19: Veteran lawyer fears 'huge chaos' once courts open again

COVID-19: Veteran lawyer fears 'huge chaos' once courts open again

Barrie-area lawyers say a system that was largely stuck in the past was forced to quickly reform as a result of the COVID-19 crisis
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CANADA: Gun rights advocate says federal ban 'isn't going to solve a thing'

CANADA: Gun rights advocate says federal ban 'isn't going to solve a thing'

Tracey Wilson also called out Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, suggesting he's using the Nova Scotia tragedy to prop up the bill
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ONTARIO: Shine a light to the sky on May 1 to show for doctors on the frontlines

ONTARIO: Shine a light to the sky on May 1 to show for doctors on the frontlines

The province-wide show of appreciation is being organized by the Ontario Medical Association as a way for all Ontarians to recognize doctors for their bravery and dedication
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COVID-19: Anticipating N95 mask shortage, Toronto hospital turns to full-face snorkel masks

COVID-19: Anticipating N95 mask shortage, Toronto hospital turns to full-face snorkel masks

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre says it is taking snorkel mask initially meant for use underwater, and adding a filter meant to catch hazardous particles
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LIVE: Ontario introduces safety measures for businesses re-entering the economy

LIVE: Ontario introduces safety measures for businesses re-entering the economy

The province unveils 61 workplace safety guidelines, but Ontario Premier Doug Ford says re-opening of economy will be done gradually
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