Coronavirus outbreak: Canada and the U.S. ramp up efforts to stop the spread of COVID-19

The federal government is calling on Canada's manufacturing companies to join the fight against COVID-19 by ramping up production of vital supplies, like medical supplies. But as Mike Armstrong reports, things aren't so rosy for a different industry.

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to the unemployment of thousands of Canadians, and the federal government is racing to mitigate the damage of what may be the worst economic downturn in the country's history. David Akin reports on how much the feds' potential support package could be worth.

The U.S. is ramping up its war against COVID-19 by closing its borders with Canada and Mexico to non-essential travel, while lockdowns are in effect in both California and New York. But what about a nationwide lockdown? And what would U.S. President Donald Trump say to Americans who are scared? Jackson Proskow has Trump's reaction to both of those questions.

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[SpangBob]

We put too many industries in China. Now the supply chain is broken.

[spookyme]

I'm Canadian and under 30 and a university student and I have a lot of friends laughing about it and literally going to house parties with over 60 - 75 people at them, Sharing drinks sharing joints and such. I have witnessed it In The last 24 hours less than 24 hours, no joke. they laugh if you say it's not a good idea to go out and party with a bunch of randoms, it's sad really.
I know that 3 people I'm currently friends/acquaintances with going to these house parties work in grocery stores! 2 are cashiers.... It's nuts how people in their late teens to mid 20's (I'm personally in that age bracket) do not take this seriously at all.

[brownmut]

I just watched Contagion. I'm freaked out man

[waynewktsoiify]

The main media of covir 19 transmission is the gas stations where the keypad and pulps transmitted from drviers to drivers. Please forward this message widely and quickly.

[jenniferjuniper]

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[annemarieandrews]

in b.c. distilleries are making free hand sanitizer.

[bradleyledoux]

Keep gathering oil gas even if we dont sell it we will have alot of oil gas

[mudwiser]

Chinese 'wet markets' are the root of this. If you must place blame, place it appropriately.

[daysbyemma]

I just came back to canada ( 1 day ago). Nobody checked me they only gave me a piece of paper.

[KK-tbmz]

Why 7/11 stores are still open in BC where more chances of spreading virus by selling grill hot dogs taquitos and chicken or atleast stop selling instant grill hot foods

[thoangthoang]

I am thinking Canada should be product Face masks thick 3 , 4 layers to can to protect safe for persons wearing face masks !

[robertdobie]

Looking for help. I was tested in Vancouver this past Monday because I’m 56 and had chest pain and shortness of breath. I was quickly sent home afterwards (without any meds or treatment) and have been waiting for the test results since then. The automated voice says they won’t be ready until the coming Monday at the earliest. But my condition is not getting any better. I think I have pneumonia in my left lung (I had it years ago), and perhaps some meds might help? But my local clinic doesn’t want to see me again in case I spread it (if I have it). The 911 page says not to call unless there is an immediate danger or threat... and I don’t want to take an hour-long public transit ride to Lions Gate Hospital on Vancouver’s North Shore... to avoid spreading it ... if I have it. Would antibiotics help? Or is there no treatment for COVID pneumonia? I’m at a loss.

[ztwilisrealm]

*Im in usa and I think and hope I have a cold instead of the coronavirus because this is giving me anxiety*

[wildroseindependencevoter]

The director did not say no. He said he didn’t know. Please get the story right !!!

[tanrose]

Too little, too late! 😔Stay 'safe' & be well, EVERYONE~ Blessings❣

[NorceCodine]

I hope the next species that inherits the Earth will be smarter than we were.

[mark]

Look up doctor Eric Berg on youtube. People on keto diet are immune but should not take any chances. This is a good time to start manufacturing in Canada . We have the raw materials and a healthy work force.

[Osteoandyogi]

Trying to stay positive and posting daily isolation update videos....be well everyone.

[mushroomlava]

Didn't they say teenagers arent really affected by this as much as the older folks? Does that mean I'm safe or

[Jon-gmsn]

Oh Canada..we were once not part of America. Those days are gone, as well as our queen. Well we still Trudeau but that won't last