Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

‘Slight chance of optimism’ that COVID-19 growth rate slowing in B.C.

B.C. health officials are still preparing for a worst-case scenario

Mar 27, 2020 11:53 AM Read more >

Fan clubs for B.C.'s Dr. Bonnie Henry pop up on social media

You may not have heard of her before this pandemic, but you definitely know her now

Mar 27, 2020 10:55 AM Read more >

Fresh sheet: 11 more Vancouver restaurants now offering take-out or delivery

More Vancouver restaurants - including ones that have temporarily shuttered - are adding takeout and delivery options to keep you fed

Mar 27, 2020 10:04 AM Read more >

CARTOON: This is our life now

#mutethatmic

Mar 27, 2020 9:22 AM Read more >

Funerals delayed, grief delayed in Metro Vancouver during COVID-19

How funeral services will be held — and even if they will be held — continues to challenge service providers in B.C.

Mar 27, 2020 8:02 AM Read more >

B.C.’s new rental support measures leave landlords in lurch

Despite the good intentions, many say B.C.'s unprecedented COVID-19 rental support program is wide open to abuse.

Mar 27, 2020 7:57 AM Read more >

Commercial break-ins up in Vancouver during COVID-19 pandemic

"It appears thieves are attempting to take advantage of commercial spaces that are closed due to social distancing measures."

Mar 27, 2020 7:27 AM Read more >

You can join this B.C.-wide virtual picnic this Saturday

Stay home, stay connected and have fun.

Mar 26, 2020 9:30 PM Read more >

This virtual platform connects pet owners with veterinarians

“The veterinary profession is essential to ensuring pet health."

Mar 26, 2020 8:14 PM Read more >

City of Vancouver says no truth to rumour people are getting fined for not social distancing

“Having police officers trolling parks and ticketing people is at this point — given all of their other work — not a top priority."

Mar 26, 2020 6:58 PM Read more >