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Here's what travellers can expect during a 'government-approved' hotel quarantine in Vancouver

Here's what travellers can expect during a 'government-approved' hotel quarantine in Vancouver

Hotels aren't required to provide or deliver alcohol or cannabis to your room.
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COVID-19-related hospitalizations in B.C. fall to 13-week low

COVID-19-related hospitalizations in B.C. fall to 13-week low

Six more pandemic-related deaths brings province's death toll from COVID-19 to 1,327.
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Record number of British Columbians vaccinated in a single day

Record number of British Columbians vaccinated in a single day

Province reports 12,250 vaccinated as it prepares to ramp up mass vaccination efforts
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Transport Canada fines two travellers over $7,000 for 'false or misleading COVID-19 test'

Transport Canada fines two travellers over $7,000 for 'false or misleading COVID-19 test'

The individuals knowingly boarded a flight to Canada from Mexico on Jan. 23 after having tested positive for COVID-19 only a few days before their flight.
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How to make your mask fit better to improve protection, prevent fogged glasses

How to make your mask fit better to improve protection, prevent fogged glasses

Wearing two masks is one way to do it. It also keeps your face warm when you're out for a stroll in winter.
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British Columbians less likely to follow COVID-19 restrictions than other provinces: survey

British Columbians less likely to follow COVID-19 restrictions than other provinces: survey

From a list of 11 possible spring break activities, the survey finds that a firm majority (63%) of Canadians are at least considering doing at least some of the activities on the list.
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Ottawa pledges millions more in support for global vaccine-sharing program after criticism

Ottawa pledges millions more in support for global vaccine-sharing program after criticism

Canada under fire for being only G7 country to tap supply from COVAX
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Stronger action needed to stop spread of coronavirus

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Stronger action needed to stop spread of coronavirus

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Richmond firm using waterpark wristband tech for COVID-19 contact tracing pilot in long-term care

Richmond firm using waterpark wristband tech for COVID-19 contact tracing pilot in long-term care

The technology, in the form of a wristband, helps the care home identify and isolate those who may have been exposed to COVID-19
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B.C. records highest number of new COVID-19 infections in almost six weeks

B.C. records highest number of new COVID-19 infections in almost six weeks

COVID-19-related hospitalizations and deaths continue to trend downward.
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