The Tokyo Medical Practitioners Association has called for the cancellation of the 2021 Olympics as COVID-19 cases surge in Japan’s largest city. IOC president Thomas Bach said Wednesday the Olympics will be a “safe and secure,” event despite the surging COVID-19 cases. As of Tuesday, 442,535 doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered, with 40,096 people having received their second dose as required. Health Canada did say the decision on whether entry into the U.S. is allowed would fall to American border authorities. The heads of Athletics Ontario, Golf Ontario, the Ontario Soccer Association, the Ontario Tennis Association, the Ontario Volleyball Association, and Pickleball Ontario say the ban is offside.

Source: thestar May 19, 2021 10:52 UTC