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Fear that delayed second COVID-19 vaccine dose could lead to new variants 'realistic'

Fear that delayed second COVID-19 vaccine dose could lead to new variants 'realistic'

MONTREAL — Experts say delaying the second dose of some COVID-19 vaccines could lead to the emergence of new variants of the virus — but there's no sign it has happened yet.
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Proud Boys and other extreme right-wing groups among 13 added to Canada's terror list

Proud Boys and other extreme right-wing groups among 13 added to Canada's terror list

OTTAWA — The Trudeau government has added the Proud Boys and three other extreme right-wing groups to its list of terrorist organizations as it seeks to tackle the sort of neo-fascism and white nationalism that boiled over in the U.S. last month.
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U.S., Europe divided on pandemic response, but expect better results next time: poll

U.S., Europe divided on pandemic response, but expect better results next time: poll

WASHINGTON — People in the United States and parts of Europe believe the COVID-19 pandemic has better equipped their countries to handle the next major health crisis, a new poll suggests.
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Doctor has no right to francophone panel, Ontario discipline committee rules

Doctor has no right to francophone panel, Ontario discipline committee rules

TORONTO — A francophone doctor accused of misconduct by Ontario's medical regulator has lost his bid to have his case heard by a French-speaking disciplinary panel. In ruling against Dr.
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Vaccines for homeless and WHO team visits Wuhan research lab: In The News for Feb. 3

Vaccines for homeless and WHO team visits Wuhan research lab: In The News for Feb. 3

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Feb. 3 ... What we are watching in Canada ...
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A look at COVID-19 vaccinations in Canada on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021

A look at COVID-19 vaccinations in Canada on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021

The latest numbers on COVID-19 vaccinations in Canada as of 4 a.m. ET on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021. In Canada, the provinces are reporting 11,575 new vaccinations administered for a total of 987,094 doses given.
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'Raising the alarm:' Priority vaccines urged for homeless population, shelter staff

'Raising the alarm:' Priority vaccines urged for homeless population, shelter staff

CALGARY — Advocates say homeless people should get priority to COVID-19 vaccines given how at risk they are to the virus and how much more likely they are to get severely ill if infected.
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The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada for Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021

The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada for Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021

The latest numbers of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Canada as of 4 a.m. ET on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021. There are 786,417 confirmed cases in Canada. _ Canada: 786,417 confirmed cases (49,562 active, 716,642 resolved, 20,213 deaths).
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Navy needs to prepare for tough talks over warship delays, cost increases: Norman

Navy needs to prepare for tough talks over warship delays, cost increases: Norman

OTTAWA — Retired vice-admiral Mark Norman is warning the Royal Canadian Navy to start preparing for some hard discussions as delays and escalating costs continue to buffet the country’s $60-billion plan to build new warships over the coming decades.
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A look at COVID-19 vaccinations in Canada on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2021

A look at COVID-19 vaccinations in Canada on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2021

The latest numbers on COVID-19 vaccinations in Canada as of 10:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2021. In Canada, the provinces are reporting 11,575 new vaccinations administered for a total of 987,094 doses given.
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