PM Trudeau, on rise of COVID19 "I urge the premiers to do the right thing. We will work [for or with] you, as we have from day one. We will have your back as far as it takes, for as long as it takes." ...
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continued "Wear a mask. Keep your distance 2m apart. By working together we will get through this crisis"

"we will continue to work for and with scientists"

Govt of Canada Federal COVID-19 Update
3/
PM Trudeau ends his introductory speech with:
"Let's pay homage to our Veterans who have given so much"

Lawrence MacAulay, Min of Veterans Affairs, is speaking now. He announces a $20 million emergency support fund for Veterans - to help Veteran orgs hit hard by COVID
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Anita Anand, Min of Public Services & Procurement: "we're doing what is needed in preparation for when vaccines will need storing at special temperatures" (paraphrased)
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Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer:
"layering is the key, and as Canadians we all know how important it is to use layering. Wear masks when physical distancing not possible"
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Dr. Howard Njoo, Deputy Chief Public Health Officer:
"We have yet to bend the curve on the accelerated growth of Covid-19 cases in Canada"

Avoid the three 'C's
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(for anyone unaware of what they stand for)
Closed spaces with poor ventilation
Crowds
Close contact setting

Also Dr Njoo notes shouting, singing and heavy breathing increase the risk of spread (summary, not direct quote)
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PM Trudeau answers reporter's question:
"I don't see [the Emergencies Act] as necessary right now. I'm confident that we're going to continue to work together."
(then from French translation) "From the beginning of this pandemic we have had some 20 meetings with the premiers"
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Anita Anand, Min of Public Services & Procurement:
"We have been involved in the planning & distribution of the vaccines for many months, alongside of our vaccine procurements. ...
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Min Anand continued: "Yes, it's a very complex process. But just as we worked to secure the PPE, we will ensure that there is an effective & efficient vaccine distribution in place"
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PM Trudeau: "... aren't doing favours to businesses when don't close them down [during rise in cases]. That's why [fed govt] there for them w direct support for businesses, families, & any of those impacted by the shut-down(s)" (paraphrased) ...
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PM Trudeau continued: "The fed govt doesn't decide who closes down where & how fast but the premiers know the fed govt is there w support, when they decide to close things down" (paraphrased)
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