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Canada closes borders to most foreigners to fight spread of COVID-19

The federal government is taking “increasingly aggressive steps” to keep everyone safe on the advice of public health experts.


Alberta provides paid job-protected leave in self-isolation tied to coronavirus

Alberta is changing labour laws to provide 14 days of paid leave for workers who self-isolate due to the novel coronavirus or who are caring for someone with COVID-19.


How to prepare your workplace for a pandemic

If they do not already, employers should have a comprehensive plan in place, tailored to the particular needs of their organization, writes lawyer Paul McLean.
 
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