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B.C. loses 132,000 jobs in March as pandemic hits economy hard, says minister

VICTORIA — The COVID-19 pandemic has had an immediate impact on British Columbia's economy, resulting in 132,000 lost jobs last month and pushing the unemployment rate over seven per cent, Finance Minister Carole James said Thursday.

Apr 9, 2020 12:10 PM Read more >

Parking enforcement returns in Vancouver's West End to force physical distancing

VANCOUVER — Parking enforcement has become the next tool in Vancouver's effort to encourage residents to stay home during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Apr 9, 2020 11:01 AM Read more >

Artist turns grief into beautiful free illustrations inspired by B.C.'s Dr. Bonnie Henry

"I feel really lucky to be a visual communicator, to be able to capture moments in time in a way that speaks to people" says B.C. artist Sharon Montgomery

Apr 9, 2020 10:45 AM Read more >

B.C. travellers must have self-isolation plan or face quarantine, says Horgan

VICTORIA — People returning to British Columbia from international travel are now legally required to present self-isolation plans or they will be placed in quarantine, Premier John Horgan said Wednesday.

Apr 8, 2020 4:31 PM Read more >

Google location data shows how B.C. lives have changed amid COVID-19

We're not at work or using transit, but we are going to parks more, according to the data

Apr 8, 2020 3:36 PM Read more >

B.C. homeless camp chicken manure human rights complaint dismissed

But the tribunal will hear Abbotsford campers’ police pepper spray complaint in the long-running issue

Apr 8, 2020 3:28 PM Read more >

$3 million fund to enhance digital libraries across British Columbia

VICTORIA — Libraries across British Columbia are getting $3 million to enhance their digital services. The Ministry of Education says the one-time investment will permit greater access to online learning and reading resources.

Apr 8, 2020 11:38 AM Read more >

Easter Bunny declared an 'essential service' in B.C. as premier makes 'special eggs-emption'

The legendary bunny can hop to it, despite orders for B.C. residents not to travel right now

Apr 8, 2020 9:49 AM Read more >

BC Parks announces immediate closure of all provincial parks

British Columbia has the third largest parks system in North America, and as of right now, all the parks are closed

Apr 8, 2020 8:32 AM Read more >

B.C. faith leaders, Horgan discuss need for virtual religious ceremonies

VICTORIA — People of faith in British Columbia were urged Tuesday to celebrate Easter and other coming religious holidays through virtual gatherings to fight the spread of the novel coronavirus. Provincial health officer Dr.

Apr 7, 2020 5:57 PM Read more >