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Philippines

DFA records 18 new Covid-19 cases among Filipinos abroad

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MANILA (Philippines News Agency) – The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Friday reported 18 new cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) among Filipinos abroad, bringing the total number to 466. “As of 3 April 2020, 18 new Covid-19 cases among overseas Filipinos in the following regions: Asia and Pacific, Europe, and Americas, have been confirmed, … Continue reading →

Philippines

Malasakit Centers one-stop-shops for med aid, not for Covid-19

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MANILA (Philippines News Agency)  – Senator Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go on Thursday belied misinformation circulating on social media about Malasakit Centers, clarifying that no donations are accepted or distributed in these centers. “There are no donations in Malasakit Centers. First of all, Malasakit Centers are simply intended as one-stop shops for poor and indigent patients … Continue reading →

Edmonton

City of Edmonton renews State of Local Emergency to continue to protect public safety

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News Release City of Edmonton renews State of Local Emergency to continue to protect public safety The City of Edmonton’s State of Local Emergency has been extended another seven days as officials continue to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. As the situation continues to rapidly evolve, this measure allows the City to respond appropriately to help to … Continue reading →

Alberta

Since March 31, an additional 117 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Alberta, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 871; There have been two additional deaths

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News Release Update 19: COVID-19 pandemic in Alberta (April 1 at 5:00 p.m.) Since March 31, an additional 117 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Alberta, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 871. There have been two additional deaths. Latest updates Cases have been identified in all zones across the … Continue reading →

Alberta

64 additional cases of COVID-19 confirmed, bringing total to 754; One additional death in Calgary zone

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News Release Update 18: COVID-19 pandemic in Alberta (March 31 at 5 p.m.) Sixty-four additional cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 754. There is one additional death in the Calgary zone. Latest updates Cases have been identified in all zones across the province: 453 cases … Continue reading →

Edmonton

Council approves deferrals on Business Improvement Area Tax Levy payment penalties

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News Release Council approves deferrals on Business Improvement Area Tax Levy payment penalties Yesterday, City Council announced relief for businesses in Business Improvement Areas. On March 30, 2020, City Council approved the deferral of Business Improvement Area (BIA) Tax Levy payment penalties until at least August 31, 2020. Businesses that are in financial hardship and cannot … Continue reading →