Rise of Omicron: Carleton students fear all classes could go online in winter term
The emergence of the COVID-19 Omicron variant has raised concern amongst students in the Carleton community as the winter term approaches. With a new variant on the rise, there are worries that the winter term may be at risk of returning fully back online. For some students that can be a troubling reality.
Ontario nursing shortage could worsen as many young nurses now say they want out: survey
A survey shows that many young nurses in Ontario are fed up with their profession and intend to leave, something that would dramatically impact an existing shortage of qualified care-givers.
Face facts: Video-conferencing ignites an appetite for cosmetic procedures
Lip-fillers? Eyebrow lift? Botox? Oh my! Through the rise of ‘Zoom University’ and ‘working from Zoom’, the pandemic’s increased Zoom usage has offered a daily dose of staring at our reflections, and it may be fueling a desire for cosmetic operations, according to an American study.
Ontario education workers are struggling with workplace violence. COVID-19 didn’t make things better, experts say
The issue is part of a broader trend that has recently gained attention because of a study published by University of Ottawa researchers.
‘A living thing’: The capital’s museums and galleries kept their fires burning during the pandemic lockdown
During the city's lockdown, much was still happening within the walls of national and local galleries and museums.
Tracking COVID-19: Dec. 7
Capital Current tracks the progress of the pandemic in Canada.
Students left behind: The pandemic has been especially hard on those with learning disabilities
Students left behind, the impact of COVID-19 on students with learning disabilities
Pandemic, Throne Speech raise awareness around mental health
With a heightened awareness around mental health both at the provincial and federal level as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and Throne Speech, new policies and programs are being considered in an effort to improve mental health.
Popping up: Ottawa community members organize COVID-19 vaccine clinics in small businesses
Two Ottawa men have organized a series of pop-up vaccination clinics inside small businesses around town. Capital Current checked one out.
Dog buyers beware: The pandemic push for a furry friend comes with risk of purchasing from a puppy mill
Dog rescue organizations are working to find homes for puppies produced by unethical puppy mills. The advocates warn buyers to beware and to check where their furry friend comes from.
Smashing Ottawa records: Tournament turnout proof of growing popularity of video gaming
Now that the COVID restrictions have lessened, there is a new passion for the video game Super Smash Bros. Read tolerant more about this trend and what it means for the gaming community.
Lack of race-based data hid more severe impact of COVID-19 on BIPOC communities, experts say
Race-based data concerning the pandemic was not collected in Canada — at least not initially.