While the federal government has opened applications for the new Canada Recovery Benefit, times are still tough for many. The unemployment rate in Alberta is currently at 11.7 per cent, which is above the national average. Then this week came with an announcement from the UCP government that thousands of jobs will be cut in the Alberta Health Services implementation plan. CBC investigative reporter Jennie Russell takes a closer look at that plan and reaction to the health care cuts. Download The Loop now at CBC Listen, Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts or visit the podcast's homepage.

Source: CBC News October 16, 2020 17:15 UTC