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ONTARIO: Top doc thinks NHL's COVID testing plan works for all parties

ONTARIO: Top doc thinks NHL's COVID testing plan works for all parties

The NHL has said it will not identify the players or teams after positive tests
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COVID-19: Some fans say the lure of parties will be strong as NHL season resumes

COVID-19: Some fans say the lure of parties will be strong as NHL season resumes

The players themselves aren't to have any contact with the general public.
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COVID-19: UW researcher helping to design new helmet for NFL

COVID-19: UW researcher helping to design new helmet for NFL

The helmets will be put through an evaluation next July
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WATCH: Feds to extend wage subsidy program until December

WATCH: Feds to extend wage subsidy program until December

Trudeau also said an announcement will come later this week regarding the safe restart program for Canadian provinces
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COVID-19: Experts say NHL's Canadian hubs offer little economic benefit, but morale boost is valuable

COVID-19: Experts say NHL's Canadian hubs offer little economic benefit, but morale boost is valuable

The games are slated to start Aug. 1 with six Canadian teams qualifying for the 24-team resumption of play, with no fans will be in the seats
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CANADA: Genetic detectives begin work to trace spread of COVID-19

CANADA: Genetic detectives begin work to trace spread of COVID-19

The virus is not mutating a lot, which is helpful for vaccine development and treatments
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ONTARIO: Ford slated to provide Stage 3 reopening details today

ONTARIO: Ford slated to provide Stage 3 reopening details today

Stage three to include allowing remaining workplaces to reopen safely, further relaxing restrictions on public gatherings
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COVID-19: Parents concerned about children's social lives, survey says

COVID-19: Parents concerned about children's social lives, survey says

Nearly two-thirds of parents said they are very or extremely concerned about managing their children's behaviours, emotions and anxiety
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BEYOND LOCAL: Financial check ups more important than ever during turbulent times

BEYOND LOCAL: Financial check ups more important than ever during turbulent times

The stock market crash in March and the plunge in interest rates left many investors feeling uncertain and vulnerable, while still more have been left without work
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BEYOND LOCAL: Here are the most likely — and least likely — ways to spread COVID-19

BEYOND LOCAL: Here are the most likely — and least likely — ways to spread COVID-19

Camping and park or other outdoor hangouts are considerd low risk
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