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The latest developments on COVID-19 in Canada

The latest developments on COVID-19 in Canada

The latest news on the novel coronavirus and the illness dubbed COVID-19 (all times Eastern): 11:25 p.m. Health officials in northern Ontario have confirmed the first case of the novel coronavirus in the Sudbury area.
Canada develops COVID-19 guidelines on when to cancel major events

Canada develops COVID-19 guidelines on when to cancel major events

OTTAWA — The Public Health Agency of Canada has posted guidelines aimed at helping event planners figure out whether to cancel mass gatherings of people as the federal government works to quell the potential spread of the novel coronavirus.
Judicial council proposes changes to bill on sex-assault training for judges

Judicial council proposes changes to bill on sex-assault training for judges

OTTAWA — The Canadian Judicial Council is worried that judicial independence will be compromised if the federal government passes a law requiring new judges to commit to taking training in sexual assault law. J.
2020 “Lulu Series: Art in the City” speakers announced

2020 “Lulu Series: Art in the City” speakers announced

This year’s Lulu Series: Art in the City speakers have been announced. Barbara Cole, Joseph Fry, and Rebecca Belmore will speak at the three events. Started in 2003, the annual series explores the relationship between art and urban environments.
Inmate dies in custody at Saskatchewan Penitentiary

Inmate dies in custody at Saskatchewan Penitentiary

Another inmate has died at the Saskatchewan Penitentiary. On March 9, Curtis McKenzie died while in custody.
Blaine Lake woman charged with identity theft, fraud released on bail

Blaine Lake woman charged with identity theft, fraud released on bail

A Blaine Lake woman was released on bail after a show cause hearing in Blaine Lake circuit court March 5. Laticia Juba-Arcand, 27, was arrested in November 2019 after Blaine RCMP executed a search warrant at her home.
Edmonton couple arrested by Maidstone RCMP remain in custody

Edmonton couple arrested by Maidstone RCMP remain in custody

An Edmonton couple arrested by Maidstone RCMP on weapons and drug charges are still in custody after making their first court appearance in Lloydminster Provincial Court on March 2.
Provincial budget questioned after oil drops to $31 a barrel

Provincial budget questioned after oil drops to $31 a barrel

People arose Monday morning to a shock with news that the Dow Jones and TSX had shut down due to trade stocks plummeting and oil hitting $31.13 US a barrel.
Coroner’s inquest recommends prison guards carry 911 tool

Coroner’s inquest recommends prison guards carry 911 tool

The jury from a coroner’s inquest into the death of Saskatchewan Penitentiary inmate Curtis Cozart recommended that correctional officers carry a 911 tool after evening lockup and be allowed to call 911.
Trial set for Pelican Narrows man charged with murder

Trial set for Pelican Narrows man charged with murder

A trial is set next month for a Pelican Narrows man charged with second-degree murder. Thomas Johnny Bernard Ross, 31, of Sandy Bay, was arrested in connection to the death of Darnell Bear, 33. According to RCMP, just before 10 p.m. on Feb.