A recent spike in COVID-19 cases in Nova Scotia has been linked to a faith-based gathering, which has also led to an outbreak at a long-term care home where 17 residents have tested positive.

Correction: The original version of this story contained video that may have suggested a link between a COVID-19 outbreak and a specific church. The video has been altered to remove that confusion.

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