We begin with news about the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine and a major change to who can get it in Canada. The National Advisory on Immunization committee now says the AstraZeneca vaccine is safe and effective for use for those aged 65 and older. Expanding who can get the AstraZeneca vaccine here is causing the province’s to re-think their vaccine rollout. Mike Le Couteur has our top story.

Ontario’s science advisors are warning a third wave has taken hold in that province, driven by the more contagious variants of concern. And there are troubling signs that the variants are spreading fast across parts of western Canada too. Heather Yourex-West reports.

The past year has taken a toll on many Canadians whether they realize it or not. And the people we turn to, psychologists, councillors and therapists are also bearing a heavy load guiding people through these troubled times. Ross Lord has more.

Everyone has been affected in some way by the pandemic. People who are being treated for rare, sometimes fatal diseases suffer more hardship than most, including children. Caryn Lieberman has some of their stories.

Non-fungible tokens are digital tokens that enable true ownership over any digital asset. Song, artwork or a moment in sports. You can’t touch it, but you can own it. Anne Gaviloa has more details.

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