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COVID-19 hospitalizations in B.C. hit record high in fifth straight data update

COVID-19 hospitalizations in B.C. hit record high in fifth straight data update

Number of daily vaccinations lags far behind record total, despite significant widening of eligibility yesterday.
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New B.C. travel rules a 'logistical nightmare': expert

New B.C. travel rules a 'logistical nightmare': expert

One B.C. political analyst says the new COVID-19 travel rules aimed at stopping travel outside health regions is not only difficult to prove but could create more problems for the provincial government.
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COVID-19 vaccination options increase in Powell River

COVID-19 vaccination options increase in Powell River

BC’s immunization plan enhanced by AstraZeneca availability at local pharmacies
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Opinion: Strain on hospitals drives latest crackdown

Opinion: Strain on hospitals drives latest crackdown

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B.C. NDP introduces bill to give workers paid time off to get COVID-19 vaccine

B.C. NDP introduces bill to give workers paid time off to get COVID-19 vaccine

Labour Minister Harry Bains says the government consulted with the business community, labour organizations, workers and others on changes to the Employment Standards Act.
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B.C. nurses ask residents to follow public health orders as hospitalizations climb

B.C. nurses ask residents to follow public health orders as hospitalizations climb

Nurses across the province are at a "breaking point as they work through this third wave."
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B.C. extends its 'stronger' provincewide restrictions in wake of surging COVID-19 cases

B.C. extends its 'stronger' provincewide restrictions in wake of surging COVID-19 cases

"This will be a surprise to no one."
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B.C. again sets records for most COVID-19 patients in hospitals, and in ICU

B.C. again sets records for most COVID-19 patients in hospitals, and in ICU

Eight more people have died from COVID-19, including a two-year-old, who had an underlying condition.
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B.C. to start doing roadside checks to ensure people are staying in their communities

B.C. to start doing roadside checks to ensure people are staying in their communities

This will be conducted through random audits and there will be a fine if you are travelling outside of your area.
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Ban on indoor dining at B.C. restaurants officially extended through May long weekend

Ban on indoor dining at B.C. restaurants officially extended through May long weekend

As expected, the current restriction banning indoor dining at restaurants across British Columbia has been extended.
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