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COVID-19: How 'pandemic pods' may undermine promises of public education

COVID-19: How 'pandemic pods' may undermine promises of public education

While pandemic pods may seem relatively harmless, they are part of a growing trend towards education privatization that undermines public education and democracy, says associate prof
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'Won't be gathering for Thanksgiving:' Trudeau says COVID-19 2nd wave underway

'Won't be gathering for Thanksgiving:' Trudeau says COVID-19 2nd wave underway

"We're on the brink of a fall that could be much worse than the spring," Trudeau said in yesterday's address to the nation
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Good morning, Elliot Lake!

Good morning, Elliot Lake!

Happiness multiplies when you share it
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COVID-19: Paper towel in short supply as people stay home, clean more, industry leader says

COVID-19: Paper towel in short supply as people stay home, clean more, industry leader says

“COVID doesn't make you go to the bathroom more, but it does make you clean more"
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APH reports third case of COVID-19 in less than a week

APH reports third case of COVID-19 in less than a week

Individual was exposed as a result of international travel, says health unit
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Northern Ontario pharmacies not included in first phase of COVID-19 testing

Northern Ontario pharmacies not included in first phase of COVID-19 testing

Up to 60 pharmacies in Toronto, Ottawa regions to offer testing Friday, with more to be announced in coming weeks
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Did you know waterfalls can make you happier?

Did you know waterfalls can make you happier?

The power of falling water deeply affects us all. Explore it at some near-by locations highlighted by Back Roads Bill Steer and Mark Harris, author of Waterfalls of Ontario
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Learning continues amidst safety protocols (4 photos)

Learning continues amidst safety protocols (4 photos)

Grade 1 and 2 students participating in various fun and dynamic learning activities
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Ontario confirms 335 new COVID cases today

Ontario confirms 335 new COVID cases today

The province has also confirmed three new deaths today
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BEYOND LOCAL: What to do when the grandparents don’t follow your parenting approach

BEYOND LOCAL: What to do when the grandparents don’t follow your parenting approach

The C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National Poll on Children’s Health found that among families where children saw grandparents often or occasionally, 43 per cent had major or minor disagreements about parenting
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