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There are brilliant people all over the world working towards a solution to the Covid-19 pandemic. Many of them are even our neighbours! This Ottawa-based scientist is working on a product that can detect Covid-19 quickly, without having to send samples to a lab for processing. It will be great for remote communities and border crossings, and it could be available within weeks.

While many companies are being forced to close their doors to stop the spread of the coronavirus, others are in high demand. This article outlines some of the industries that are hiring right now.

Worried about how social distancing measures will impact your fitness routine? Never fear – these 9 Toronto gyms are offering free online fitness classes so that you can keep working out at home even while the gyms are closed. Some are even hosting group meetups through Zoom!

If you’re feeling anxious and looking for a structured way to wind down, here’s an app suggestion for you: InsightTimer has a massive collection of free guided meditations to help you improve your sleep, cope with stress and anxiety, or just relax after a long day. Give them a try! (Thanks to our client EB for sending us this one!)

See you tomorrow!

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