BC News

911 swamped with virus calls; non-urgent inquiries should go to 811

B.C. paramedics are reporting that 75 per cent of recent calls to 911 ambulance dispatch are related to suspicions of COVID-19 or other influenza-type symptoms.

Mar 28, 2020 5:00 AM Read more >

B.C.’s health officials hope for the best, plan for the worst in COVID-19 models

Lions Gate Hospital one of 17 across B.C. designated as a primary COVID-19 site

Mar 28, 2020 2:10 AM Read more >

UBC profs suggest stuck-at-home reading list

Books can be obtained from libraries online or bought through outlets

Mar 28, 2020 2:00 AM Read more >

Developer pitches West Vancouver gondola

Tram line would connect new development to Dundarave Village

Mar 28, 2020 1:55 AM Read more >

B.C. making $3 million fund available for arts groups affected by COVID-19

Eligible arts organizations will receive up to $15,000 to help pay their bills during the COVID-19 pandemic. The government is setting up a $3 million fund to be administered by the BC Arts Council.

Mar 27, 2020 8:50 AM Read more >

Telus waives internet fees for low-income customers

The company says customers enrolled in the program will get access to high-speed internet at no cost for 60 days

Mar 27, 2020 4:30 AM Read more >

UBC researchers get another $2.3 million for COVID-19 research

University received $2.8 million in federal funding earlier this month

Mar 27, 2020 4:20 AM Read more >

B.C.’s new rental support measures leave landlords in lurch

'This is wide open to potential abuse,' says landlord group, as tenant advocate publicly wonders if it makes sense to pay rent

Mar 27, 2020 4:10 AM Read more >

B.C. expands 2-1-1 phone line that enables seniors at home to get help

Province is providing United Way of the Lower Mainland with $50 million to fund the expansion

Mar 27, 2020 3:00 AM Read more >

B.C. teachers and province reach tentative contract agreement

Three-year agreement in principle includes a two-per-cent wage hike in each year

Mar 27, 2020 2:30 AM Read more >