Kajal Mangesh Pawar

Journalist

Kajal is based in Toronto and works with the CBC News social media and Ask CBC News teams. She is originally from Mumbai, India and has studied journalism at Humber college.

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New visa rules for Mexican nationals: Your questions answered

New visa rules for Mexican citizens are being reimposed. Will it affect temporary foreign workers or international students? What if I already had a visitor visa or an eTA, is it still valid? How do I know what I need to come to Canada?
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How to access the new RSV vaccine, and how much will it cost? Your questions answered

This year, for the first time, a vaccine is available to help protect older adults against RSV, which is like the common cold for some but can also lead to respiratory infection and hospitalization. We answered some of your questions about the RSV vaccine and how to access it.
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Are medical licensing rules worsening Canada's doctor shortage? Your questions answered

How exactly does the current system contribute to doctor shortages? And how have other countries solved this problem? We explore some of the most common questions we heard from you. 
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Why can't COP27 just be a virtual meeting? Your questions answered

What's at stake at COP27? Has any progress been made since COP26? Why can’t it be a virtual event? Here's what you wanted to know about the climate change conference.
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What you need to know about the bivalent booster shots

The new bivalent booster will be available for all adults across the country by the end of this month. Have some questions? Check out our FAQ for what you need to know.
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Are EV batteries recyclable? Your questions answered

Have you been wondering if electric vehicle batteries are recyclable or sustainable? How many types of EV batteries are there? Where are the raw materials coming from? We asked the experts.
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How accessible are EV charging stations across Canada?

How many electric vehicle charging stations are in Canada? How many would it take to support a country full of EVs? How long do they take to charge? Here's what you wanted to know.
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Should I get a rapid test before a holiday gathering? We answer this and your other COVID-19 questions

Have you been wondering if you should get a rapid test before seeing family and friends during the holidays? We asked the experts that question, and more.