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The COVID-19 Pandemic in Canada

The COVID-19 Pandemic in Canada

In 2020, the coronavirus, or COVID-19, swept the world. The virus started in Wuhan, China and spread rapidly around the world. On March 12, the World Health Organization officially declared it a pandemic. COVID-19 is a new virus that causes respiratory illness that can be lethal in humans – especially those with weakened immune systems. It is considered more deadly than the seasonal flu. This collection takes stock of the pandemic and its impact on Canadians across the country.

  • 2020
  • 9-12
  • 37 Titles

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Can I go outside during the coronavirus outbreak?

CBC Kids News Can I go outside during the coronavirus outbreak?

Unsure whether or not you should be going outside right now? The short answer is yes — fresh air and exercise are important. But you should take some extra steps to make sure you’re staying safe. Many people are practicing social distancing to help prevent the spread of the virus. And some people are self-isolating because they have been — ...
  • 2020
  • 00:01:22
  • 9-12
  • Added on: 03/30/2020
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  • How to Use Video Effectively in the Classroom [.pdf]

Canada's role in the global race to find a COVID-19 vaccine

The National Canada's role in the global race to find a COVID-19 vaccine

Canada's leading vaccine researcher and a team at the University of Saskatchewan are working around the clock to find a COVID-19 vaccine to save lives.
  • 2020
  • 00:03:05
  • 13-14
  • Added on: 05/01/2020
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Canadians cautioned not to believe hype around prevention or cures for coronavirus

CBC News Canadians cautioned not to believe hype around prevention or cures for coronavirus

Health Canada warns it's illegal to make false claims or sell unauthorized health products related to COVID-19.
  • 2020
  • 00:02:33
  • 13-14
  • Added on: 03/30/2020
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Canadians' mental health improving as pandemic continues

The National Canadians' mental health improving as pandemic continues

A new survey on mental health and the COVID-19 pandemic suggests severe anxiety levels are starting to drop, but Canadians are still struggling with stress and uncertainty as the pandemic continues.
  • 2020
  • 00:02:02
  • 13-14
  • Added on: 07/03/2020
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Care Homes and The Elderly: What COVID-19 Exposed

News in Review - October 2020 Care Homes and The Elderly: What COVID-19 Exposed

When COVID-19 came to Canada we saw a large number of deaths. Four out of five of those deaths were among the elderly housed in long term care homes. The situation in Ontario and Quebec was so serious that the government called in the Canadian military to assist in the worst-hit facilities. The military produced a report that shocked many. ...
  • 2020
  • 00:20:25
  • 13-14
  • Added on: 10/30/2020

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Teacher Guide(s)

  • NIR-20-10 - PDF - Care Homes and The Elderly: What COVID-19 Exposed

  • NIR-20-10 - PPT - Care Homes and The Elderly: What COVID-19 Exposed

COVID-19 may trigger potentially deadly immune response

The National COVID-19 may trigger potentially deadly immune response

Doctors working with COVID-19 patients say the virus may cause a deadly immune response called a cytokine storm in some patients. A team of Canadian scientists are leading research on how it could be treated.
  • 2020
  • 00:02:00
  • 13-14
  • Added on: 05/19/2020
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COVID-19 Update: What Have We Learned?

News in Review - October 2020 COVID-19 Update: What Have We Learned?

The coronavirus pandemic that spread across the world in early 2020 changed all our lives. In March, Canada closed its borders, shuttered all non-essential business and asked its citizens to stay home. For months we waited. Once the infection numbers dropped significantly, the country began to reopen cautiously. But COVID-19 is still here. And some countries are being forced to ...
  • 2020
  • 00:18:09
  • 13-14
  • Added on: 10/30/2020

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Teacher Guide(s)

  • NIR-20-10 - PDF - COVID-19 Update: What Have We Learned?

  • NIR-20-10 - PPT - COVID-19 Update: What Have We Learned?

COVID-19: Prime Minister Trudeau appeals to Canadian children

CBC News COVID-19: Prime Minister Trudeau appeals to Canadian children

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau appeals to Canadian children to follow social distancing rules and thanks them for changing their daily routines.
  • 2020
  • 00:01:23
  • 9-12
  • Added on: 03/24/2020
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Teacher Guide(s)

  • How to Use Video Effectively in the Classroom [.pdf]

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