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N.B. ramps up restrictions, remote learning continues in P.E.I. and N.L.

Jan 14, 2022

Students in Newfoundland and Labrador and Prince Edward Island will be learning at home for at least another week, officials from the two Atlantic provinces said Thursday, as New Brunswick moved to tighten restrictions even more in the face of serious strain on its hospital systems.

In Newfoundland and Labrador, officials said they are aiming to have students back in class as of Jan. 24 after beginning the new year with remote education.

“While I know it’s not perfect, it has allowed us to minimize learning loss during these difficult times,” said Education Minister Tom Osborne.

Newfoundland and Labrador health officials said Thursday that hospitalizations had increased to eight, up one from Wednesday. Three people required critical care, officials said in their COVID-19 update.

Prince Edward Island students will also be learning at home until at least Jan. 24, officials said Thursday, citing increasing spread of COVID-19 on the island.

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