By Canadian Press

The latest news on COVID-19 developments in Canada for Thursday, April 8, 2021

Apr 8, 2021 | 9:16 AM

The latest news on COVID-19 developments in Canada (all times Eastern):

10:40 a.m.

Ontario reports 3,295 new cases of COVID-19 and 19 more deaths linked to the virus.

Health Minister Christine Elliott says that 933 of those new cases are in Toronto, 649 are in Peel Region, and 386 are in York Region.

She also say there are 165 new cases in Durham Region and 160 in Ottawa.

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More than 100,000 doses of a COVID-19 vaccine were administered in the province for the second straight day.

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10:15 a.m.

The Canadian Medical Association says constantly changing rules to help curb the spread of COVID-19 are confusing and detrimental to their purpose. 

The national advocacy group representing Canada’s doctors, says new lockdowns can’t be lifted until there are clear signs the variants are under control.

The pace of vaccinations must also increase, particularly in communities where COVID-19 is spreading the most.

That association says primary care doctors should be involved to help roll out vaccines, prioritizing vaccinations for essential workers.

It says essential workers and their families also need supports to keep them safe, including paid sick leave and proper protective equipment.

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This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 8, 2021.

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