Alberta sees new COVID record as Omicron wave rises
Edmonton reports a record 62 733 active cases with 786 in hospital and 79 in intensive care. Dr Deena Hinshaw warns peak timing is uncertain as transmission remains high and testing limits likely hide true caseloads. Premier Kenney’s government has acted to curb the surge.
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Edmonton
Alberta
Deena Hinshaw
Hinshaw
Omicron
Jason Kenney
Greenhouse costs rise as cold boosts energy bills in Medicine Hat
Greenhouses in Medicine Hat face higher operation costs as gas and electricity prices climb amid cold weather. Suntaia Growers Inc and Big Marble Farms report noticeable rate increases and a shifting of operations to cope. Executives cite winter freight and labor costs, with Big Marble investing in on site generation and energy screens to offset expenses.
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Medicine Hat
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Big Marble Farms
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Saskatchewan weighs tweak to mask order after premier tests positive
Saskatchewan's chief medical health officer says a revision to the public health order on masks is being considered after Premier Scott Moe contracted COVID-19. Dr. Saqib Shahab notes the need to weigh setting, ventilation, and distancing as Omicron looms. Moe, who revealed a positive rapid test, had removed his mask during a briefing with Shahab and others present.
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Regina
Saskatchewan
Scott Moe
Saqib Shahab
Ministry of Health
Moe
Shahab
Omicron
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