A different kind of Canada Day has dawned across the country, with large celebrations in many parts of the nation replaced with backyard barbecues and digital events due to COVID-19.
The pandemic has led to the cancellation of high-profile events like the annual pomp and pageantry on Parliament Hill in favour of online offerings to keep crowds from gathering.
In other parts of the country, crowds may be able to gather for actual fireworks displays, including in Alberta. In his statement on Canada Day, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau touched on the various issues that have come to forefront because of the pandemic, such as the need to ensure "every senior has a safe place to live" after reports of appalling conditions in long-term care homes subject to outbreaks.
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