Freedom Convoy 2022 rolls through Medicine Hat to Ottawa
A convoy of truck drivers opposed to vaccine mandates passes Medicine Hat en route to Ottawa. Organizers led by Chris Barber say the issue is mandates, not vaccination, with many supporters waving signs. Government rules require proof of vaccination to cross the U.S. border.
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Canada
U.S
Kendall King
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City braces for transit staff shortages amid Omicron spike
City Hall warns residents Omicron peak could strain services with higher staff absences. Transit officials urge watching social media and the city site for route and schedule updates as drivers fall ill or must isolate. officials say safety and flexible redeployment are priorities.
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Brian Mastel
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Alberta EMS strain prompts emergency response rethink
Alberta Health Minister Jason Copping said a four call surge in southern Alberta last week showed the system is stressed by COVID-19 and other factors. A 10 year old boy with a broken leg was taken to hospital by fire truck after no ambulances were available. He has a brittle bone genetic disorder. Health officials shifted frontline roles and paused non urgent transfers to cover gaps.
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