Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

COVID-19 hospitalizations in B.C. down 40% so far in 2021

Nine more British Columbians have lost their lives during the pandemic, for a death toll of 1,278 so far.

Feb 11, 2021 3:39 PM Read more >

Powell River doctors release COVID-19 survey results

Physicians poll patients a second time to determine community opinion

Feb 11, 2021 2:54 PM Read more >

Why does COVID-19 kill so many seniors in long-term care?

A massive study seeks to answer that question. Nearly two-thirds of all COVID-19 deaths in B.C. have occurred in long-term care homes.

Feb 11, 2021 2:38 PM Read more >

BCCDC identifies more potential COVID-19 exposures aboard Vancouver flights

The exposures come despite restrictions on travel from Mexico and the Caribbean which went into effect last month

Feb 11, 2021 12:19 PM Read more >

Pfizer and Moderna face crunch to meet March vaccine delivery deadlines

Manufacturers will need to deliver 3m doses in last few weeks of March to meet obligations

Feb 11, 2021 11:00 AM Read more >

Coalition of First Nations sign agreements to receive detailed COVID-19 case numbers

Systemic change in B.C.’s healthcare system must still occur, say First Nations

Feb 11, 2021 9:35 AM Read more >

qathet Regional District designates COVID-19 funds

Expenditures identified for safe restart grant from the province

Feb 1, 2021 10:34 AM Read more >

Powell River teachers concerned about becoming ill with COVID-19

Disappointment expressed over vaccination strategy

Jan 25, 2021 2:26 PM Read more >

Health ministry rejects Powell River Regional Hospital District request for COVID-19 details

BC’s ministry of health will not be forthcoming with detailed information about COVID-19 cases in the Powell River area.

Jan 18, 2021 4:02 PM Read more >

Legions in North Island-Powell River riding receiving federal funds

Money will be disbursed to help organizations cope with pandemic

Jan 14, 2021 12:22 PM Read more >