Coronavirus (COVID-19) National News

Experts say that human behaviour, such as global travel, cause outbreaks or pandemics

Push comes as Canada is competing for one of two coveted, non-permanent seats on the UN Security Council later this month against Norway and Ireland

There has been widespread concern about federal departments failing to respond to access-to-information requests since the crisis first started in earnest in March

Long-term care homes have borne the brunt of the COVID-19 pandemic in Canada to date, with more than 4,000 residents dying in Ontario and Quebec alone

Orders will likely be extended beyond June 9

Ontario chief justice tells lawyers in a virtual 'fireside chat' that when in-court hearings resume July 6 or later they won't be operating like they were prior to March 17

A good quality sleep of a sufficient duration is essential to being able to function well both physically and mentally

Some argue it's essential

The patient ombudsman's office had asked staff, family members, caregivers and residents to contact them with concerns about the safety of staff and residents

Procurement Minister says that as demand goes up, Canada is keeping up