Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

Almost 8,000 business owners respond to BC Chamber survey, painting dire picture

B.C. declares public health emergency; bars and clubs ordered closed

There are now 231 cases of COVID-19 in B.C., after provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry confirmed 45 new tests Wednesday. Thirteen people are now in hospital, seven of whom are in intenstive care, said Henry. There are no new deaths.

Employers need to maintain safe workplaces, know options for refusals

The government has provided advice on how to protect yourself and others in the home, as well as those in your community

Big Six and Vancity offering up to six months payment free for mortgage holders unable to make payments due to pandemic

As people flock to the great outdoors in order to practice social distancing, B.C.'s search and rescue groups are reminding everyone to plan ahead and stay safe while adventuring.

VANCOUVER — Solicitor General Mike Farnworth is declaring a state of emergency in British Columbia to allow the preservation of supply chains delivering groceries and other essential items.

In response to the current pandemic that has seen sports across the globe cancelled over the COVID-19 virus, B.C. School Sports (BCSS) announced Monday that the spring season of play has been suspended indefinitely.

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