Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks during a news conference on COVID-19 situation in Canada from his residence on March 16, 2020 in Ottawa, Canada. - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that Canada is closing its borders to foreign travellers, except Americans, in order to slow the spread of the new coronavirus. (Photo by Dave Chan / AFP) (Photo by DAVE CHAN/AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images
Trudeau announces latest emergency measures amid coronavirus pandemic: Full replay
The PM is set to announce a major economic package to support families and businesses, as well as new border measures, as the COVID-19 crisis continues
The Prime Minister’s press conference is now over. Read the full transcript of his announcement here.
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