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Were you on any of these WestJet flights?

WestJet has released a list of recent flights where passengers may have been at risk of exposure to COVID-19. WestJest says travelers in these affected flights and passenger rows are considered close contacts and may be at risk for exposure.

Mar 18, 2020 1:12 PM Read more >

qathet Regional District's planning committee recommends using federal policy for towers

Board chair encourages Telus to return to Lund area

Mar 18, 2020 12:53 PM Read more >

B.C. declares provincial state of emergency

Minister of Public Safety Mike Farnworth has declared a provincial state of emergency in B.C. amid the coronavirus pandemic. The announcement comes one day after provincial health officer Dr.

Mar 18, 2020 12:22 PM Read more >

qathet Regional District continues operations

Steps are being taken to comply with recommendations

Mar 18, 2020 11:53 AM Read more >

Emergency services in Powell River emphasize discretion

Calls to 911 only for emergencies

Mar 17, 2020 7:30 PM Read more >

Province declares public health emergency; bars and clubs ordered to close

• Emergency order allows for faster actions • More cases confirmed as more test results come back • Reminder that people coming to Canada must self-isolate for 14 days • Elderly people encouraged to say home, away from others • Social distancing is k

Mar 17, 2020 3:12 PM Read more >

BC Ministry of Health launches free online COVID-19 assessment tool

Anyone who has symptoms - including a fever, cough, sneezing, sore throat, or difficulty breathing - is urged to self-isolate for 14 days.

Mar 17, 2020 1:38 PM Read more >

BC Ferries passengers can remain on enclosed car deck

Corporation introduces temporary measure for COVID-19 situation

Mar 17, 2020 12:51 PM Read more >

COVID-19: School suspended in Powell River

Business as usual for daycare providers until further notice

Mar 17, 2020 12:23 PM Read more >

Lessons learned: What the H1N1 outbreak taught B.C. about a pandemic

B.C.’s response to COVID-19 based on 2005 playbook

Mar 17, 2020 9:51 AM Read more >

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