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B.C. Ferries to screen passengers for COVID-19 as new regulations announced

B.C. Ferries will start screening passengers for COVID-19 symptoms or recent international travel before allowing people to board.

Apr 6, 2020 1:49 AM Read more >

Got COVID-19 symptoms? Avoid snuggling with pets, experts advise

Canadians who are sick with COVID-19 or suspect they have the virus are being warned to be careful around their pets and other animals. "COVID-19 virus infections have become widely distributed in the human population.

Apr 5, 2020 1:17 PM Read more >

More women interested in homebirths, virtual visits during COVID-19, says midwife

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues in full force, more women are choosing to do home births rather than enter hospitals, according to Terra Nova Midwifery.

Apr 5, 2020 9:17 AM Read more >

B.C. temporarily lifts privacy restrictions for teachers, health-care workers

VANCOUVER — British Columbia has temporarily modified its access to information and privacy act in response to COVID-19, lifting a requirement that personal data must be stored in Canada.

Apr 5, 2020 7:24 AM Read more >

Queen makes rare public speech in response to COVID-19 pandemic

WINDSOR, United Kingdom — The Queen addressed Great Britain, the Commonwealth, and the world in a rare speech calling for unity in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Apr 5, 2020 7:18 AM Read more >

Union looking to grieve B.C. Ferries layoffs

The union representing B.C. Ferries workers is gathering evidence in order to file a grievance after the company started laying off employees Saturday. Graeme Johnston, president of the B.C.

Apr 5, 2020 6:45 AM Read more >