Alberta hits ‘tragic milestone’ with more COVID-19 deaths

Alberta’s chief medical officer of health, Dr. Deena Hinshaw, said the 500 deaths from COVID-19 in the province are a tragic milestone. (Photo by Chris Schwarz/Government of Alberta)
Province up to 500 COVID-19 deaths, adds 1,265 cases
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