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VICTORIA — British Columbia's minister responsible for multiculturalism says she can no longer remain silent about the rising number of hate crimes toward people of Asian heritage during the COVID-19 pandemic.

PPE shortage also being seen in dental practices across the province

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a surge in dog-related cons as self-isolated families look for some four-legged companionship.

VANCOUVER — The British Columbia Dental Association says its members' offices won't be open for service until it gets further direction on protecting patients and staff from COVID-19.

Have the hot dogs, hold the hugs

The phased approach is based on the provincial health guidelines for industrial camps

PPE needed, vulnerable clients left at risk, staffs stressed

The numbers so far would suggest that only high earners and middle-aged residents are aching for a fast return to economic activity.

VICTORIA — The COVID-19 pandemic has sideswiped British Columbia's public vehicle insurer, but the attorney general says it's too soon to assess the potential damage. David Eby, who is also the minister responsible for the Insurance Corporation of B.

But a significant decline in claims due to the pandemic could yield a surplus.