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No one is eligible yet for a new federal pandemic benefit, cases of Omicron in South Africa drop, and a packaged salad is being recalled. Here’s what you need to know to start your day.

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FIVE THINGS TO KNOW
1
Pandemic benefit

As new restrictions sweep the country just days before Christmas, a new benefit meant to help workers is locking them out of receiving support because of its specific wording.

2
'Deeply concerning'

Emergency Preparedness Minister Bill Blair says the rising case counts in Quebec and across Canada are deeply concerning and the federal government will work with the province.

3
South Africa cases
South Africa's noticeable drop in new COVID-19 cases in recent days may signal that the country's dramatic Omicron-driven surge has passed its peak, medical experts say.
4
NHL players
The NHL is not sending players to the Beijing Olympics over concerns that the pandemic will disrupt the league's ability to complete a full season.
5
Salad recall
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says Fresh Express is recalling several of its salad kits and products due to a possible listeria contamination.
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ONE MORE THING...
Holiday plans
With Christmas just a few days away, here is an updated list of pandemic restrictions by province and territory.
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