B.C. News

VANCOUVER — British Columbia declared a provincial state of emergency Wednesday, giving the government broad and sweeping power to compel action while preserving supply chains of groceries and other essential items in the face of COVID-19.

VICTORIA — A British Columbia First Nation of about 120 people and accessible only by boat or float plane has closed its borders to outsiders in an effort to keep out the novel coronavirus.

"This is an all hands on deck approach."

“In many cases, people are one paycheque away from not being able to afford rent.”

All motorcycle, passenger and commercial road tests are cancelled for at least two weeks

VICTORIA — School's out indefinitely in British Columbia as the government said Tuesday it is also working on a plan to help businesses and workers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

The BCREA also says financial aid packages will be needed for households, especially B.C.'s renters

"The actions taken today are temporary. We will return to regular school life down the road."

VICTORIA — BC Ferries is relaxing its restriction on passengers remaining in their vehicles on enclosed car decks to help people maintain social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“There is no guidance being given, absolutely none, other than tell the kids to wash your hands."