Premier Danielle Smith announced the province-wide program today to free up ambulances and paramedics so they can respond to emergency calls more quickly.
Some scientists have warned that the unchecked spread of COVID-19 in China could spur the emergence of new variants, which might unravel progress made globally to contain the pandemic.
Health Minister Christian Dube says the 811 appointment-booking service for children—currently available in Montreal and neighbouring regions—will now be available province-wide.