Legitimate https://legitimate.net/ Legitimate: Recent articles en-us 20 For Santa Claus Fund volunteer Don Ford, Christmas starts in September and sometimes means going without sleep Ford’s two decades with the fund have taught him many things about his community. Out on the delivery trail, he’s face to face with Brampton’s growing diversity — and also its widening inequality. 20 Dec 2022 11:00 UTC https://www.thestar.com/initiatives/santa_claus_fund/2022/12/20/for-santa-claus-fund-volunteer-don-ford-christmas-starts-in-september-and-sometimes-means-going-without-sleep.html https://www.thestar.com/initiatives/santa_claus_fund/2022/12/20/for-santa-claus-fund-volunteer-don-ford-christmas-starts-in-september-and-sometimes-means-going-without-sleep.html Jennifer Yang Santa Claus Fund Toronto Star Santa Claus Fund Brampton Christmas GTA They were an iconic Toronto family who built an empire off furs, fashion and dry cleaning. As business after business failed, others paid the price The Creeds blamed the failure of the Loblaw’s dry cleaning kiosks on the pandemic. The family has been accused of using bankruptcy to evade debts. 02 Dec 2022 10:00 UTC https://www.thestar.com/news/investigations/2022/12/02/a-once-iconic-toronto-family-a-string-of-bankruptcies-and-the-immigrant-dry-cleaners-who-say-their-dreams-and-savings-are-now-gone.html https://www.thestar.com/news/investigations/2022/12/02/a-once-iconic-toronto-family-a-string-of-bankruptcies-and-the-immigrant-dry-cleaners-who-say-their-dreams-and-savings-are-now-gone.html Jennifer Yang Creeds dry cleaners Loblaw Loblaw’s fortino’s ‘It’s going to bankrupt health care’: Spending on temp agency nurses up more than 550% since pre-pandemic at one Toronto hospital network As Ontario hospitals grapple with a staffing crisis, critics warn the rising reliance of temp agencies is not financially sustainable. 16 Aug 2022 09:00 UTC https://www.thestar.com/news/investigations/2022/08/16/its-going-to-bankrupt-healthcare-spending-on-temp-agency-nurses-up-more-than-550-per-cent-since-pre-pandemic-at-one-toronto-hospital-network.html https://www.thestar.com/news/investigations/2022/08/16/its-going-to-bankrupt-healthcare-spending-on-temp-agency-nurses-up-more-than-550-per-cent-since-pre-pandemic-at-one-toronto-hospital-network.html Jennifer Yang Star investigation Ontario Hospitals nurses staffing shortage More than 155 daycares in Toronto have applied for the national child care program It’s a good sign for parents paying the country’s highest fees. But some daycares say they’re waiting on details before deciding to participate. 25 Jun 2022 00:54 UTC https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2022/06/22/more-than-155-daycares-in-toronto-have-applied-for-the-national-child-care-program.html https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2022/06/22/more-than-155-daycares-in-toronto-have-applied-for-the-national-child-care-program.html Jennifer Yang smg2_news Toronto news InHouseArticle_thestar algolock smg_gta Edward Lake, father of 3 children killed in crash by impaired driver Marco Muzzo, dies by suicide On Monday, seven years after the loss of his children, Lake was found dead. 21 Jun 2022 12:38 UTC https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2022/06/21/edward-lake-father-of-3-children-killed-in-crash-with-impaired-driver-marco-muzzo-dies-by-suicide.html https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2022/06/21/edward-lake-father-of-3-children-killed-in-crash-with-impaired-driver-marco-muzzo-dies-by-suicide.html Jennifer Yang InHouseArticle_thestar smg_gta smg2_news Edward Lake jennifer neville-lake A Toronto charity claimed it was sending rescue dogs to the east coast for a ‘better chance at life.’ Here’s what really happened to one of the ‘difficult’ dogs they sent away Redemption Paws CEO Nicole Simone did not address questions about program that sent dogs to Newfoundland. She has said the rescue works responsibly. 29 Apr 2022 09:00 UTC https://www.thestar.com/news/investigations/2022/04/29/redemption-paws-shipped-difficult-rescue-dogs-to-newfoundland.html https://www.thestar.com/news/investigations/2022/04/29/redemption-paws-shipped-difficult-rescue-dogs-to-newfoundland.html Jennifer Yang Star investigation Redemption Paws Toronto dog rescue dog bites smg_investigations Canadian dog rescues are bringing in more than just animals. Some imported canines carry diseases that can be dangerous to you and your pets A former Redemption Paws director alleges sick dogs waited months for heartworm treatment. The charity says it gives “exceptional access to veterinary care.” 16 Mar 2022 09:00 UTC https://www.thestar.com/news/investigations/2022/03/16/rescue-dogs-may-carry-diseases-dangerous-for-canadians-and-their-pets.html https://www.thestar.com/news/investigations/2022/03/16/rescue-dogs-may-carry-diseases-dangerous-for-canadians-and-their-pets.html Jennifer Yang Star investigation dog rescues Animal Adoption outbreaks Infectious disease ‘This is not right:’ Behind the bitter fight for one of Toronto’s most high-profile rescue dogs Elevado had been shot several times in Texas, leaving her partially paralyzed in the hind legs and dependent on a wheelchair. 02 Mar 2022 10:00 UTC https://www.thestar.com/news/investigations/2022/03/02/this-is-not-right-behind-the-bitter-fight-for-one-of-torontos-most-high-profile-rescue-dogs.html https://www.thestar.com/news/investigations/2022/03/02/this-is-not-right-behind-the-bitter-fight-for-one-of-torontos-most-high-profile-rescue-dogs.html Jennifer Yang ITC1 EM2 Star investigation Redemption Paws Toronto dog rescue How a Toronto dog rescue’s quest to save animals has led to painful consequences for dogs and the people who love them Redemption Paws’ CEO denies allegations the rescue brings in more dogs than it can responsibly handle, saying, “We are pioneers in what we do.” 02 Mar 2022 10:00 UTC https://www.thestar.com/news/investigations/2022/03/02/inside-torontos-instagram-savvy-dog-rescue-accused-of-unsafe-practices.html https://www.thestar.com/news/investigations/2022/03/02/inside-torontos-instagram-savvy-dog-rescue-accused-of-unsafe-practices.html Jennifer Yang Redemption Paws Nicole Simone dog rescues pet adoption Star investigation My kid just threw up. Can she go to school? What about her vaccinated brother? Your one-stop COVID-19 cheat sheet for back-to-school With new rules in place, and some kids and staff being vaccinated, amid the Delta-fuelled fourth wave, the Star looks at some of the possibilities con... 06 Sep 2021 09:00 UTC https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2021/09/06/my-kid-just-threw-up-can-she-go-to-school-what-about-her-vaccinated-brother-your-one-stop-covid-19-cheat-sheet-for-back-to-school.html https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2021/09/06/my-kid-just-threw-up-can-she-go-to-school-what-about-her-vaccinated-brother-your-one-stop-covid-19-cheat-sheet-for-back-to-school.html Jennifer Yang Covid-19 Coronavirus delta variant covid in schools ontario back-to-school Does Ontario’s updated school screening guide — which removed runny noses — strike the right balance? New screening for schools and child care offers relief to some parents, but some experts say the province should exercise caution in the face of a sur... 31 Aug 2021 09:00 UTC https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2021/08/31/does-ontarios-updated-school-screening-guide-which-removed-runny-noses-strike-the-right-balance.html https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2021/08/31/does-ontarios-updated-school-screening-guide-which-removed-runny-noses-strike-the-right-balance.html Jennifer Yang Covid-19 Coronavirus Back to School covid in schools ontario screening tool All Toronto schools to get faster, easier take-home COVID testing kits within weeks of starting class In an effort to avoid last fall’s testing lineups, the program will supply schools and school-based daycares, with test results available in 24 to 48 ... 27 Aug 2021 09:00 UTC https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2021/08/27/all-toronto-schools-to-get-faster-easier-take-home-covid-testing-kits-in-september.html https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2021/08/27/all-toronto-schools-to-get-faster-easier-take-home-covid-testing-kits-in-september.html Jennifer Yang Covid-19 Coronavirus covid in schools Ontario schools home testing As Delta spreads in Ontario, here’s what we know about the risks to kids, and how to limit them In the U.S., a COVID surge is now causing spikes in pediatric hospitalizations. Experts still don’t know if Delta is more dangerous for kids, but say ... 20 Aug 2021 09:00 UTC https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2021/08/20/as-delta-spreads-in-ontario-heres-what-we-know-about-the-risks-to-kids-and-how-to-limit-them.html https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2021/08/20/as-delta-spreads-in-ontario-heres-what-we-know-about-the-risks-to-kids-and-how-to-limit-them.html Jennifer Yang Covid-19 Coronavirus Delta variant Children They were hardest hit by COVID-19. Advocates now fear ‘post-pandemic recovery’ plans will leave these same communities behind COVID-19 exposed how badly Ontario’s health-care system is failing marginalized communities. Advocates now worry deeply rooted disparities will worsen... 13 Aug 2021 09:00 UTC https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2021/08/13/they-were-hardest-hit-by-covid-19-advocates-now-fear-post-pandemic-recovery-plans-will-leave-these-same-communities-behind.html https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2021/08/13/they-were-hardest-hit-by-covid-19-advocates-now-fear-post-pandemic-recovery-plans-will-leave-these-same-communities-behind.html Jennifer Yang Arc cov science Covid-19 Coronavirus surgical backlog infections New CDC data a ‘game-changer,’ warns head of Ontario science table Dr. Peter Juni says CDC data suggesting vaccinated people with breakthrough infections can easily spread the virus underscores the importance of indoo... 31 Jul 2021 10:00 UTC https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2021/07/31/new-cdc-data-a-game-changer-warns-head-of-ontario-science-table.html https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2021/07/31/new-cdc-data-a-game-changer-warns-head-of-ontario-science-table.html Jennifer Yang Covid-19 CDC peter juni Ontario Science Table breakthrough infections Long COVID could be the ‘next public health disaster in the making.’ Here’s what we know Research is gaining momentum. On Thursday, the Lancet published a study of more than 70,000 hospitalized patients in the U.K. and found half developed... 15 Jul 2021 22:30 UTC https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2021/07/15/long-covid-could-be-the-next-public-health-disaster-in-the-making-heres-what-we-know.html https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2021/07/15/long-covid-could-be-the-next-public-health-disaster-in-the-making-heres-what-we-know.html Jennifer Yang Covid-19 Coronavirus Long Covid long-haul COVID what are the symptoms of long covid She resigned herself to never finding the ‘angel’ who comforted her dying mother in the middle of a COVID outbreak. Then fate intervened Erica Lazarakos was stunned by the profound impact a stranger had on her dying mother. He comforted her, held her hand and prayed with her. Lazarakos ... 08 Jul 2021 09:00 UTC https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2021/07/08/she-resigned-herself-to-never-finding-the-angel-who-comforted-her-dying-mother-in-the-middle-of-a-covid-outbreak-then-fate-intervened.html https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2021/07/08/she-resigned-herself-to-never-finding-the-angel-who-comforted-her-dying-mother-in-the-middle-of-a-covid-outbreak-then-fate-intervened.html Jennifer Yang Arc cov science Covid-19 Coronavirus Retirement home Pandemic The Delta variant means COVID ‘has upped its game massively.’ What Ontario can learn from the U.K. experience and new data The next two weeks will be crucial for determining how well Ontario fares against this formidable new foe, says Dr. Peter Juni of the science table. 17 Jun 2021 09:00 UTC https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2021/06/17/the-delta-variant-means-covid-has-upped-its-game-massively-what-ontario-can-learn-from-the-uk-experience-and-new-data.html https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2021/06/17/the-delta-variant-means-covid-has-upped-its-game-massively-what-ontario-can-learn-from-the-uk-experience-and-new-data.html Jennifer Yang Covid-19 Coronavirus delta variant uk experience india variant How a massive outbreak at Nunavut’s Baffinland mine sent ‘sparks’ of the Delta variant across the country More than 400 workers landed in Ontario, where 127 confirmed or “probable” cases have now been linked to the outbreak, according to the Ministry of He... 12 Jun 2021 12:00 UTC https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2021/06/12/how-a-massive-outbreak-at-nunavuts-baffinland-mine-sent-sparks-of-the-delta-variant-across-the-country.html https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2021/06/12/how-a-massive-outbreak-at-nunavuts-baffinland-mine-sent-sparks-of-the-delta-variant-across-the-country.html Jennifer Yang Covid-19 Coronavirus baffinland delta variant spread in ontario Nunavut Stephen Lecce said COVID-19 wasn’t spreading in schools. Internal documents show Ontario’s education ministry did not know if this was true New Ontario research now indicates school outbreaks, when they occur, are relatively well contained. There is also evidence that in-person learning can drive spread. 01 Jun 2021 09:00 UTC https://www.thestar.com/news/investigations/2021/06/01/stephen-lecce-said-covid-19-wasnt-spreading-in-schools-internal-documents-show-ontarios-education-ministry-did-not-know-if-this-was-true.html https://www.thestar.com/news/investigations/2021/06/01/stephen-lecce-said-covid-19-wasnt-spreading-in-schools-internal-documents-show-ontarios-education-ministry-did-not-know-if-this-was-true.html Jennifer Yang Covid-19 Schools Testing Premier Doug Ford Ontario