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Social and physical distancing… are we doing it right?
But, it also has some of us bending the rules. Cities across Canada are starting to come down hard with tickets and fines for those…
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How do I safely shop for supplies?
Gone, for now, are the days when we could go into the store for a casual shop, perusing the aisles without a plan in mind…
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Learn more about masks in the age of COVID-19
If there’s one topic that keeps coming up as we deal with this all-consuming pandemic it is this: To mask, or not to mask. Do…
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Why are some of us still in denial?
Just this week a backyard party of 20 people was broken up in Brampton Ontario and the city is preparing to lay its first fine.
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Should we wear masks when we go outside?
Let’s start by considering who should wear masks. Masks provide an essential layer of protection if you’re a medical professional, working with the broad public,…
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Social resources for Canadians impacted by COVID-19
Lists of social resources covering food supports, housing, legal advice, social isolation and support around domestic violence (updated May 25, 2020) here:
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COVID-19 is showing how interconnected we are
Maybe the reality of COVID-19 hasn’t fully sunk in; it’s challenging to grasp the implications of this novel coronavirus.
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Lessons from COVID-19: We are only as strong as our weakest link
There is a lot we still don’t know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and how hard it will impact Canada. But one thing we’re learning: we are…
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Protecting workers is key to protecting public health
Financial markets missed the memo about not panicking over COVID-19. They panicked, big time: several days of gut-wrenching drops that wiped more than 10% (or…
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What I learned in the emergency room
“Income is one of the major drivers of health and wellbeing,” he says.
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Let’s talk mental health and Millennials
As a Millennial in university dealing with the pressure of academic deadlines, I’m especially curious about how the social environment can impact the mental health…
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