On Wednesday, his legal team sought Nygard's release on bail, citing his health concerns and the risk of contracting COVID-19. I have lost weight; have difficulty breathing," Nygard wrote in a three-page affidavit. WATCH | Bail hearing for Peter Nygard rescheduled after Crown seeks delay:Bail hearing for Peter Nygard rescheduled after Crown seeks delay CBC News Manitoba Video 1:42 A Manitoba judge has put over a bail hearing for Canadian fashion mogul Peter Nygard after counsel acting for the attorney general of Canada sought a delay and a special sitting dedicated to the matter. The bail hearing is now set for a special sitting on Jan. 19 and 20. Nygard wrote in his own affidavit that he's experiencing dizziness, fainting spells and numbness in his hands and toes.

Source: CBC News January 06, 2021 17:43 UTC