COVID-19 is pushing local businesses to their breaking point.
Calgary-based company the latest airline to be hit by layoffs
Some airlines say they will hire back workers after the crisis subsides
S&P/TSX composite index was down 225.93 points at 11,625.88, shortly after the start of trading
‘Babylon’ is an app by TELUS Health
Several local stores announce ‘Golden Hour’ shopping times
But true financial impact will depend on how long pandemic lasts
Canadian Airports Council president asked Transport Minister for roughly $380 million in relief
Suppliers not allowed to send non-essentials like jeans, phone cases to warehouses for three weeks
The S&P/TSX composite index was down 6.50 points at 12,353.90
The online retailer said it will also temporarily raise pay by $2 an hour through the end of April for hourly employees
In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average had its worst day since 1987
Follows similar move by Starbucks
The drop in North American stock markets came after markets in Asia and Europe also fell
Move comes as health official recommend social distancing
Canadian organization suspends cookie sales and camps
Many public spaces are empty
