CKNW Mornings: COVID-19 Overseas, Government Advises Canadians to Return & Business Looking For Clarity Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
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Chapter 1 - Our first look into the COVID-19 pandemic takes us overseas in Denmark as we talk about the international spread of the virus. Guest: Shane Woodford, Freelancer in Denmark Chapter 2 - What is the Federal government doing to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 and prevent the spread across the country? Guest: Carla Qualtrough, federal minister of public services and procurement Chapter 3 -  Many in the construction industry have concerns about how this outbreak could spread on a jobsite.  Do workers have the right to refuse work without reprisal? Guest: Andrew Mercier, BC Building Trades Executive Director. Chapter 4 - The Vancouver Board of Trade has formed a COVID-19 Cabinet in order to bring the business community together to help ease some of the concerns around the coronavirus. Guest: Bridgitte Anderson, President and CEO of the Vancouver Board of Trade. Chapter 5 - We heard clear direction from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, telling all Canadians to come home while it’s still possible. Guest: Claire Newell, President of Travel Best Bets
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