Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

COVID-19 hospitalizations in B.C. top 500 for first time; surgeries postponed

Non-urgent surgeries will be postponed in nine hospitals across the Lower Mainland for the next weeks.

Apr 22, 2021 1:30 PM Read more >

B.C. store bans anyone who has received COVID-19 vaccine

The Kelowna businessman made headlines earlier this year for posting a "no face masks allowed" sign.

Apr 22, 2021 10:30 AM Read more >

'You're fighting for air': COVID-19 patients have a message for you

As COVID-19 numbers in B.C. continue to rise, people testing positive say they're concerned others aren't taking the virus seriously.

Apr 22, 2021 8:00 AM Read more >

Province plans random checks at ferry terminals for non-essential travel

Those who travel between health authorities for non-essential reasons will be fined, although the amount has not been disclosed.

Apr 21, 2021 5:16 PM Read more >

New B.C. travel restrictions will not separate Vancouver Coastal and Fraser Health regions

No roadblocks will be set up between the Vancouver Coastal and Fraser Health regions.

Apr 21, 2021 3:54 PM Read more >

COVID-19 hospitalizations in B.C. hit record high, as new infections plateau

Number of those actively battling COVID-19 infections has fallen to the lowest number in two weeks.

Apr 21, 2021 3:45 PM Read more >

COVID-19 rapid testing could make for safer air travel: YVR study

592 passengers on departing, domestic WestJet flights took part in the study

Apr 21, 2021 3:36 PM Read more >

'Pertinent' data delays new recommendations for AstraZeneca use in Canada

Committee cancelled media briefing earlier this week to review new data, says Canada's top doctor

Apr 21, 2021 9:42 AM Read more >

Who can book? Island tourism operators seek more clarity on health orders

"I'm getting calls like: I'm in Parksville. I've got a booking from people in Nanaimo … is that OK?'"

Apr 21, 2021 9:07 AM Read more >

New B.C. roadside checks are 'extremely concerning' for BIPOC community

"It's kind of like a human rights horror movie."

Apr 20, 2021 6:44 PM Read more >