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Some visitors can return to B.C. long-term care homes after COVID-19 closures

Some visitors can return to B.C. long-term care homes after COVID-19 closures

VICTORIA — Four months after COVID-19 surfaced in British Columbia's long-term care homes, residents are finally allowed to see a loved one, health authorities announced Tuesday. Isobel Mackenzie, B.C.
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Why B.C. paramedics recorded their busiest day ever in overdose calls

Why B.C. paramedics recorded their busiest day ever in overdose calls

‘Extreme fentanyl concentrations’ suspected main driver of calls, deaths this year
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Twelve new COVID-19 cases, no new deaths, announced in B.C. Tuesday

Twelve new COVID-19 cases, no new deaths, announced in B.C. Tuesday

British Columbia has 12 new cases of COVID-19, making a total 2,916 cases in the province since the beginning of the pandemic, the provincial government announced Tuesday.
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Cineplex reveals which eight B.C. theatres will reopen this week

Cineplex reveals which eight B.C. theatres will reopen this week

The remaining 16 venues will open later in July
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Mask use could be mandated in B.C. if COVID cases spike: Dr. Henry

Mask use could be mandated in B.C. if COVID cases spike: Dr. Henry

But there are some scenarios where people absolutely should mask up, says B.C.'s top doc
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BC Ferries set to add more sailings for summer

BC Ferries set to add more sailings for summer

B.C. Ferries is continuing to ramp up its summer service, offering extra sailings starting on Thursday. These sailings come on top of additional sailings announced the previous week. Schedule details will be posted online at bcferries.com today.
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B.C. fruit shortage predicted as farmers make cuts

B.C. fruit shortage predicted as farmers make cuts

This year's summer and autumn harvests will be less robust, say B.C. farmers
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B.C. eases restrictions on nursing home visits

B.C. eases restrictions on nursing home visits

“The situation in long-term care has been at the centre of our COVID-19 pandemic,” said Health Minister Adrian Dix
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Fatal plane crash near Tofino, B.C., raises possible issues

Fatal plane crash near Tofino, B.C., raises possible issues

RICHMOND, B.C. — An investigation into a fatal plane crash north of Tofino, B.C., last December has raised potential safety issues for other pilots.
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COVID-19 devastating B.C. fruit growers, threatens food security: association

COVID-19 devastating B.C. fruit growers, threatens food security: association

KELOWNA, B.C. — The B.C. Fruit Growers Association says the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on its industry has been devastating.
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