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B.C. sees spike in COVID-19 cases as officials call on public to follow health orders

B.C. sees spike in COVID-19 cases as officials call on public to follow health orders

VICTORIA — British Columbia health officials are reporting a dramatic spike in COVID-19 cases, while they order a pause indoor physical activities. B.C. recorded 941 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday and 10 deaths.
B.C. shatters single day record for new COVID-19 infections by almost one-third

B.C. shatters single day record for new COVID-19 infections by almost one-third

Deaths continue to be significantly higher than in recent months, with 10 new fatalities in the past day
B.C. seeing significantly fewer influenza cases so far this season

B.C. seeing significantly fewer influenza cases so far this season

While much of the public’s attention is focused on the COVID-19 virus, health officials in B.C. are also on the lookout for influenza.
Vancouver proposes tax hike as COVID-19 digs a $100-million revenue hole

Vancouver proposes tax hike as COVID-19 digs a $100-million revenue hole

VANCOUVER — The City of Vancouver says the COVID-19 pandemic has had a "significant impact" on its finances, including a projected $85-million drop in revenue and $13 million in additional costs.
North Van says no to late-night Christmas light ban

North Van says no to late-night Christmas light ban

Twinkling lights meant to guide Santa to local chimneys may remain. Retaining walls and garages, however, may face tougher scrutiny and regulations in the District of North Vancouver.
B.C. health officials try to clear up confusion over COVID-19 restrictions

B.C. health officials try to clear up confusion over COVID-19 restrictions

VICTORIA — British Columbia health officials are working to clear up confusion surrounding COVID-19 restriction guidelines announced last week. Provincial health officer Dr.
B.C. Liberals name legislator Shirley Bond as interim party leader

B.C. Liberals name legislator Shirley Bond as interim party leader

VICTORIA — Longtime legislature member Shirley Bond will serve as the B.C. Liberal party's interim leader after Andrew Wilkinson's resignation on Saturday.
B.C. seniors advocate says rapid testing of staff in care homes makes sense

B.C. seniors advocate says rapid testing of staff in care homes makes sense

About 3.8 million rapid COVID-19 tests, which can be processed where the patient is tested, rather than in a lab, arrived in Canada last week and are now in the hands of provincial health authorities, many of which are still evaluating how to use them.
'Dr. Bonnie Henry Pollinator Blend' seed packets raise thousands for food banks

'Dr. Bonnie Henry Pollinator Blend' seed packets raise thousands for food banks

'Bee kind, bee calm and bee safe'
Andrew Wilkinson steps down as B.C. Liberal leader before successor chosen

Andrew Wilkinson steps down as B.C. Liberal leader before successor chosen

VANCOUVER — The leader of British Columbia's Liberal party is stepping down before his successor is chosen, following last month's election that saw Premier John Horgan's NDP win a decisive majority government.