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Family bonding - time on the rise except in France
di Priscilla Pajdo il April 15, 2021
TORONTO - For over a year, many families have been spending more time at home together. We all have Covid-19 to thank for that. To mitigate the spread of the virus, governments have issued widespread lockdowns and implemented stay-at-home orders. When possible, parents work remotely and children engage in online schooling. All this means more […]
Happiness thrives despite
a global pandemic
di Priscilla Pajdo il March 24, 2021
Women Entrepreneurs
on the cutting edge
of economic growth
di Priscilla Pajdo il March 10, 2021
Grading Canada’s
adult vaccination rates
di Priscilla Pajdo il March 2, 2021
Vaccination rates: Canada trails
behind other countries, shamefully
di Priscilla Pajdo il February 23, 2021
TORONTO - Globally, vaccination campaigns are well underway against the Covid-19 virus. However, not all countries and jurisdictions fare equally when comparing the latest data in the mass inoculation program. Governments around the world have adopted different strategies in the roll-out of vaccines. Canada was early in the game by procuring 84-million doses. They are […]The changing tide of domestic violence during a pandemic
di Priscilla Pajdo il February 17, 2021
TORONTO - Social isolation, loss of employment and reduced income are just some factors known to increase the risk of domestic violence. Covid-19 and the associated measures implemented to reduce the spread of the virus have exacerbated these conditions leading to a serious and frightening situation for those impacted by violence. For instance, Canada’s Assaulted […]Comparing Covid-19 fatality rates around the world
di Priscilla Pajdo il January 27, 2021
TORONTO - Reporting mechanisms of Covid-19 statistics vary throughout the world. Various trackers keep count of total confirmed cases, how many of those have recovered and the number of fatalities attributable to the virulent virus. Now that vaccines are available in numerous countries around the world, data trackers also help the interested follow the progress […]Organ donations, Nova Scotia leads the way
di Priscilla Pajdo il January 22, 2021
TORONTO - Organ donations help save lives. On Monday, Nova Scotia became the first jurisdiction in North America to enact the policy of “presumed consent” for organ donation. Under the Human Organ and Tissue Donation Act, all eligible adults in Nova Scotia are considered potential organ and tissue donors after death. According to the new […]Canada’s Covid-19 Vaccination pace
di Priscilla Pajdo il January 11, 2021
TORONTO - Canadians have been quick to criticize the nation’s pace of Covid-19 vaccinations. Since the first vaccine was administered one month ago, the pace has gathered momentum. So much so that Ontario Premier Doug Ford said the Province will be out of vaccines by the end of this week. After a slow start in […]Politicians vs pressure groups on the economy and public health
di Priscilla Pajdo il December 22, 2020
TORONTO - Covid-19 cases are increasing at an alarming rate. Government leaders and Public Health officials face a difficult balancing act. One way to mitigate the spread of Covid- 19 and protect the health of the community is through rotating lockdowns. However, this has added greater pressures on the social and economic aspects of our […]A recipe for success: Equalize opportunity
di Priscilla Pajdo il December 7, 2020
TORONTO - “Equal opportunity for all” is an ideal that many strive for, yet disparities persist. Gender inequalities between men and women exist around the world in business, government and society. Advancing gender equality contributes to economic growth, social progress and sustainable national and cultural development. On December 1, 2020, the Digital Bank N26, released […]Spread the word, not the virus
di Priscilla Pajdo il December 3, 2020
TORONTO - The Region of Peel continually emerges at a Covid-19 “hotspot”. Is there a reason for this? Available data shows the rate of transmission for Covid-19 is higher in urban centres and municipalities. The positivity rate in the Region of Peel is over 10% and even higher in Brampton at 13% (Graph 1). The […]Transformation of spending habits during Covid-19
di Priscilla Pajdo il November 23, 2020
TORONTO - The implementation of Covid-19 lockdown measures in early spring prompted a transformation of consumer spending habits. People reprioritized what was essential and shifted to on-line shopping, while following stay-at-home orders. In a panic to stock up on groceries and non-perishable goods, shoppers snatched up high-demand items like hand-sanitizer and toilet paper. According to […]Diversifying the field and value the difference
di Priscilla Pajdo il November 18, 2020
TORONTO - The construction industry’s role in rebuilding the economy holds greater potential with a workforce that embraces diversity. Skilled trades, in particular, are an important driver in the Canadian economy. Change is a good thing. Taking steps towards building a stronger, more diverse and inclusive workforce plays a big role in the economic recovery […]Change may finally be on the way for our vulnerable seniors
di Priscilla Pajdo il November 2, 2020
TORONTO - The argument is not a new one: change is needed for those living in Long-Term-Care homes (LTC). That concept is on the minds of supporters of the “Time to Care Act” (Bill 13). As reported by Corriere Canadese’s own Mariella Policheni, the bill passed second reading on October 29th in Ontario’s Legislature. It […]Research into Covid-19, all in a flush
di Priscilla Pajdo il October 16, 2020
TORONTO - We all do it. It is a necessary part of our bodily function. Scientists around the world have discovered some important information regarding Covid-19 in what we flush down the toilet. In Ontario, researchers are monitoring wastewater for signs of Covid-19 in various regions. For example, Professor Lawrence Goodridge, is leading a team […]Testing for Covid-19. Wait and wait some more
di Priscilla Pajdo il October 5, 2020
TORONTO - Here we are, over eight months into the pandemic and Ontario is now in the expected “second wave”. Last week, the Province hit over 700 new cases on two separate occasions. Friday’s report of 732 new infections marked the highest single-day increase since the start of the Covid-19 epidemic. It was back in […]The Health of Children reflects the Health of the Economy
di Priscilla Pajdo il September 15, 2020
TORONTO - Do you remember those first day jitters? Those feelings are amplified in a world gripped by Covid-19. Thousands of students across Canada, feeling a heightened mix of anxiety and nervousness, are returning to school after a six-month hiatus. Incidentally, these mixed emotions impact children, parents and teachers who are concerned whether schools are […]The education system: “a failure of pandemic proportions”… Paul W. Bennett
di Priscilla Pajdo il September 9, 2020
TORONTO - Covid-19 has exposed cracks in the education system. It took a global pandemic to reveal how ill-prepared school systems were for such an epidemic. Across the Nation, provincial governments ordered the closure of schools in mid-march to mitigate the spread of Covid-19 The only option available to salvage the remainder of the academic […]Making the right choice in a higher education
di Priscilla Pajdo il August 31, 2020
TORONTO - The transition between high school and post secondary education is an important period in any young adult’s life. It is a time in which each individual interested in pursing a university education must make some life changing decisions. There are some things to keep in mind when making those decisions. First, individuals seeking […]Get on with life inspite of Covid-19, keep the following in mind
di Priscilla Pajdo il August 27, 2020
TORONTO - Here we are, six months into the Covid-19 pandemic and where does Ontario stand? It took roughly five months for the entire province to enter stage three of the plan to “reopen” the economy and start resuming some sort of “new normal”.Preferred Option - Moving from Paranoia to an Abundance of Caution
di Priscilla Pajdo il August 25, 2020
TORONTO - The numbers are staggering. Or are they? There is no denying the existence of Covid-19, nor the impact it has on the health of the people and that of the economy. At the Corriere Canadese, we have tried to be as clinical in the portrayal of the numbers as is humanly possible. But […]Slumping economies: where do we go from here?
di Priscilla Pajdo il August 20, 2020
TORONTO - The Global spread of Covid-19 and the associated measures to contain the pandemic are no doubt having an impact on the economy and society. Much remains unknown about this virus and the long-term effects are not yet clear. Some of these economic impacts can already be seen if we look at the GPD […]Are Schools prepared? “Nero (School Boards) fiddles as Rome burns”
di Priscilla Pajdo il August 17, 2020
TORONTO - Students have been out of the classroom for over five months to help stem the spread of Covid-19. Only three weeks remain until the school bell rings, calling over two million Ontario elementary and secondary students back to class.Can you find a doctor if you need one?
di Priscilla Pajdo il August 14, 2020
TORONTO - Is there anything more important in life than your health and the well being of those you love? It may be something we take for granted at times, that is, until we begin to feel unwell and need the professional care provided by a physician.A silver lining to Covid-19: a drop in premature births
di Priscilla Pajdo il August 12, 2020
TORONTO - Is there anything more exciting and exhilarating than a live birth? Especially in the midst of the depressing statistics associated with Covid-19? Doctors across some Canadian provinces have begun to report an interesting drop in the number of preterm births during the months of lockdown prompted by Covid-19.Visible and invisible enemies: where we allocate our resources
di Priscilla Pajdo il August 10, 2020
TORONTO - Policy influencers (scientific community) and decision-makers have taken to using the metaphor of war against an invisible enemy, Covid-19, to lend weight to their priorities. This would be something most citizens intuitively understand. After all, the priority of national governments is to keep their citizens safe and to nurture their health. Do they […]Absent a cure, isolate; handed a cure? Seek a second opinion
di Priscilla Pajdo il August 5, 2020
TORONTO - The proverb, “there is safety in numbers” definitely does not apply to socializing in a Covid-19 infection environment. The best safety measures we have against contagion is to exercise proper hand hygiene, maintain appropriate physical distance from one another and stay away from large groups of people. There is no cure, effective treatment […]Weather Forecasts Lose Accuracy in the Wake of Covid-19
di Priscilla Pajdo il July 30, 2020
TORONTO - The mass grounding of commercial aircraft fleets during the Covid-19 pandemic substantially reduced the accuracy of weather forecasts around the world. The decreased flights during the spring eliminated about 75% of aircraft observations putting weather forecasts in peril. Weather forecasts play an essential part in planning daily life, agricultural and economic activity. Meteorological […]Yet another reality check on Covid-19
di Priscilla Pajdo il July 27, 2020
New research has emerged suggesting that Covid-19 antibodies may deplete faster than expected or hoped. Bluntly put, scientific assessments of the life cycle (the ability to provide immunity and for how long) of antibodies produced by an infected person is shorter than anticipated. Antibodies are a protective protein produced by the immune system in response […]Shocking: Covid-19 Laughs at Our Level of Preparedness
di Priscilla Pajdo il July 24, 2020
TORONTO - The primary goal of a health care system in any country is to improve the health of the population. Most national Governments recognize that constant vigilance and health care reform are necessary when facing burgeoning and aging populations combined with spiraling costs. As a reference point for public policymakers, the World Health Organization […]The USA: Petrie Dish for Virus Infections
di Priscilla Pajdo il July 15, 2020
TORONTO - Globally, cases continue to climb with over 13 million reported by Johns Hopkins University. Cautionary words from the director of the WHO stated, “too many countries are headed in the wrong direction”. We may be headed for a second wave. Countries across the world have implemented lockdown measures and restrictions to minimize the […]Those borders with the US are not opening anytime soon
di Priscilla Pajdo il July 7, 2020
TORONTO - The US is experiencing a surge in Covid-19 cases. In the midst of Independence Day celebrations over the weekend, the state of California reported over 11,700 new cases of coronavirus on Sunday alone. This is the highest single-day increase recorded in the state since the beginning of the pandemic. In fact, both California […]"Pro-Children” Candidates Defeat “Progressive Agenda” in Poland’s Presidential elections
di Priscilla Pajdo il July 1, 2020
TORONTO - Europe’s first nation-wide election in a Covid-19 has produced an encouraging result for conservatives. But it is not over yet. Poland’s presidential election was held this past Sunday with the incumbent Andrzej Duda receiving 43.7% of the vote (according to the Nation Electoral Commission). Close rival, Rafał Trzaskowski (liberal-centre right), received 30.3% of […]"Pro-Children” Candidates Defeat “Progressive Agenda” in Poland’s Presidential elections
di Priscilla Pajdo il July 1, 2020
TORONTO - Europe’s first nation-wide election in a Covid-19 has produced an encouraging result for conservatives. But it is not over yet. Poland’s presidential election was held this past Sunday with the incumbent Andrzej Duda receiving 43.7% of the vote (according to the Nation Electoral Commission). Close rival, Rafał Trzaskowski (liberal-centre right), received 30.3% of […]Legal impediments gone, psychological obstacles still there
di Priscilla Pajdo il June 24, 2020
TORONTO - There doors are finally open. Are we prepared to cross the threshold and return to normal? How likely are we to resume daily activities we used to take for granted, such as visiting with family and friends, shopping, exercising at the gym, going to performances and other occasions of public togetherness”. The New […]Moving forward on Inconsistent Assessments
di Priscilla Pajdo il June 17, 2020
TORONTO - Ontario continues its forward march on the path to recovery… all but for three regions of the Province. This Friday, Ontario will see most of the regions across the province relax some restrictions and transition into phase two. Of the remaining ten regions in phase one, three will not be granted the permission […]Toronto and other Cities waiting for the green light
di Priscilla Pajdo il June 15, 2020
TORONTO - Ontario “reopened for business” …at least some parts of the province. Friday June 12th, marked the start of phase two “reopening” for 24 regions across Ontario. Once again, if they observed restrictions, more businesses, restaurants and hair salons were permitted to open their doors and serve. Ten remaining regions did not receive such […]A plan to reopen: Ontario still divided
di Priscilla Pajdo il June 11, 2020
TORONTO - Phase two of Ontario’s regional plan to "reopen" the economy starts as early as June 12 - tomorrow - at least for part of the region. The chains of Covid-19 that have caused a great deal of financial pressure or temporary closures will be released soon. There are conditions (key indicators) that must […]Expert advice: A go slow approach to reopening the economy and the Country
di Priscilla Pajdo il June 9, 2020
TORONTO - Covid-19 has spread fear and suspicion everywhere. No less an authority than Canada’s leading public heath official, Dr Theresa Tam, advised the nation to keep its guard up. “Test, trace and isolate”. That was the only solution o ered up as a method to defeat Covid-19 until a few weeks ago. Now attention […]Helpless Tourism Industry in Ontario: stay home, stay safe, stay poor
di Priscilla Pajdo il June 3, 2020
TORONTO - The phrase “stay safe, stay at home” has been echoed around the nation. Canadians have been doing just that in an effort to slow the spread of Covid-19. Foreign visitors are also staying home. Either they cannot leave, or they are not allowed in. Not surprisingly, in the tourism industry is in steep […]Covid-19: The biggest killer disease, by far
di Priscilla Pajdo il June 1, 2020
TORONTO - The global case count for Covid-19 is over 6.1 million cases worldwide. Those fortunate to recover, 2.7 million, represent 44% of all coronavirus cases. Those that have proved fatal-371,000-represent a 6% fatality rate. The Covid-19 pandemic has prompted an economic “shutdown” in several countries. This is a communicable disease and “lockdown” measures were […]A failing system and unanswered cries for help
di Priscilla Pajdo il May 28, 2020
TORONTO - Horrific, disgusting, appalling… all words to describe a nightmare. Premier Doug Ford used these same words to describe what was uncovered in the Military report on conditions in some Long-Term Care Homes (LTCH). At the request of the province of Ontario, Canadian Armed Forces arrived at five LTCH on April 24. The homes […]Covid-19 and the Invincibles
di Priscilla Pajdo il May 26, 2020
TORONTO - After three months of lockdown and quarantine, the weather is great and it’s time to get out and socialize. At least, that is what a group of approximately 10,000 Torontonians thought was the best course of action over the weekend. While the province has rolled out phase one of the “re-opening”, many restrictions […]Covid-19 update: the rise and fall in our column graphics
di Priscilla Pajdo il May 20, 2020
TORONTO - Our column graph is a representation of what happens after a case has been confirmed positive in percentage terms: those recovered (green column) and those that remain, unresolved, active (pink column). The red column in our graph represents the percentage of those that end in fatalities. The global case count is now at […]Covid-19 continues to claim victims worldwide
di Priscilla Pajdo il May 14, 2020
TORONTO - Countries worldwide are looking forward to a return to some sort of normal. Government and health officials are responsible to devise a strategic plan to "return to normal" . Data accumulated and analyzed from Covid-19 cases help guide the step of this plan. Cautiously moving into the next phase is essential for a […]Can wealth buy health?
di Priscilla Pajdo il May 5, 2020
TORONTO - Residents in Ontario seem to be doing their part in trying to "plank the curve". Numbers released by the Ministry of Health (MOH) indicate the rate of increase of Covid-19 cases has slowed to an average of 2.8% over the last week. As of May 2, the total confirmed cases in Ontario was […]Il quotidiano italiano in Canada
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