Alberta reported 247 new cases on Saturday afternoon, bringing the total to 4,480. What you need to know today in Canada:Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's chief public health officer, has warned against relying on herd immunity to reopen the economy. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Canada's focus is still to prevent the spread of COVID-19 through physical distancing and personal protective equipment. WATCH: What happens after Canadians flatten the curve:The curve for COVID-19 cases in Canada is starting to flatten, but before cases see a major decrease in the number of deaths that number will continue to rise. Self-assessment and supports:Alberta Health Services has an online self-assessment tool that you can use to determine if you have symptoms of COVID-19.
Source: CBC News April 26, 2020 14:30 UTC