Gregoire-Trudeau’s symptoms had included “a low fever late last night.” She immediately sought medical advice and testing. Trudeau has exhibited no symptoms, and was advised by doctors “to continue daily activities while self-monitoring.”“However, out of an abundance of caution, the prime minister is opting to self-isolate and work from home until receiving Sophie’s results,” said his office. Canada has so far reported more than 100 cases in six provinces, and one death. Also Thursday, the Canada’s Juno music awards cancelled its upcoming gala show, planned for Sunday evening in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. And in Quebec province, Premier Francois Legault unveiled a series of measures to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, including placing all travellers returning from overseas under quarantine for two weeks.

Source: The Express Tribune March 12, 2020 17:48 UTC