Saudi, Russia outline record oil cut in bid to prop up crude prices
OPEC, Russia and other allies outlined plans on Thursday to cut their oil output by more than a fifth and said they expected other producers to join in their effort …
Health and search-and-rescue officials ask B.C. residents to stay home over Easter long weekend
A swath of provincial and municipal parks have shut down, but that hasn’t calmed concerns from leaders, health officials and search and rescue crews that outdoor enthusiasts will be out in …
Group calls for urgent action to help those at the intersection of B.C.’s dual health emergencies
A group demanding urgent action to safeguard vulnerable populations around B.C. says the health and well-being of the entire province is only as strong as it’s weakest link when it comes …
B.C. 911 operators say don’t call with COVID concerns
B.C. 911 operators are worried emergency lines are being tied up by calls related to the COVID-19 pandemic that should be going elsewhere. E-Comm 911, the province’s dispatcher for police, fire and …
Toronto increases mental health supports amid its COVID-19 response
While reminding people to stay apart during the holiday weekend, city officials note the collective strain of COVID-19 is likely taking its toll. The City of Toronto has upped the …
Coronavirus: Islamic Relief Canada making hygiene kits for Saskatoon’s homeless
A group of volunteers in Saskatoon is making hygiene kits for the city’s most vulnerable during the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s part of a nationwide movement by Islamic Relief Canada to …
Global News at 5:30: Apr 9
April 9 2020 6:25pm Global News at 5:30 on Global Toronto for Apr 9. Hosted by Alan Carter and Farah Nasser. ‘ }); } else { var rel_id = svp.releaseInfo.contentId+””; …
Edmonton weather forecast: Thursday, April 9, 2020
April 9 2020 8:29pm Here’s Jesse Beyer’s Thursday, April 9, 2020 evening weather forecast for Edmonton, Alberta and the surrounding area. ‘ }); } else { var rel_id = svp.releaseInfo.contentId+””; …
Many summertime decisions put off as Edmonton officials monitor COVID-19 pandemic
This will be a make it or break it long weekend for Edmonton’s 38 dog parks. During city council’s Emergency Advisory Committee meeting Thursday, the word was made expressly that …
Edmonton students to commemorate Battle of Vimy Ridge online after COVID-19 cancels their trip
A pair of Edmonton students are supposed to be in France right now, commemorating the 103rd anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge. Like many students, however, they’re at home. …