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Transit boardings plummet amid COVID-19 crisis: TransLink data

Transit boardings plummet amid COVID-19 crisis: TransLink data

The numbers show our transit use in Vancouver has changed radically compared to this time last year
BC Ferries ends food service on most routes

BC Ferries ends food service on most routes

The change in buying habits has led to tremendous food waste on BC Ferries
No open houses for Metro Vancouver real estate listings; sick buyers must stay home

No open houses for Metro Vancouver real estate listings; sick buyers must stay home

Buying, selling and even building a home can continue during the COVID-19 pandemic – using reasonable practices
This website predicts how long your TP supply will last

This website predicts how long your TP supply will last

"Not everyone is able to get to a store and stock up on toilet roll. Don't be selfish."
Surrey shuts down city-run daycares; looks for temporary hospital space

Surrey shuts down city-run daycares; looks for temporary hospital space

It is unclear if the city-run daycare shutdown is a proactive response.
People are putting up Christmas lights to spread cheer amidst COVID-19 crisis

People are putting up Christmas lights to spread cheer amidst COVID-19 crisis

There's a movement afoot online and in communities to create a kind of Christmas in March vibe
21,000 Vancouverites are using a Facebook group to support their community during the COVID-19 pandemic

21,000 Vancouverites are using a Facebook group to support their community during the COVID-19 pandemic

“We really wanted to find a way to connect people and let them access resources and community and mutual aid.”
Don't panic: BC Liquor Stores are reducing hours, but they're still open

Don't panic: BC Liquor Stores are reducing hours, but they're still open

The reduced hours will allow staff to receive and safely stock product and ensure availability for customers
Sunwing is offering FREE flights for stranded Canadians

Sunwing is offering FREE flights for stranded Canadians

"It’s the Canadian thing to do.”
Burnaby animation school offers free help to schools scrambling to get online amid COVID-19

Burnaby animation school offers free help to schools scrambling to get online amid COVID-19

“There’s so many schools that need to go online now and have no clue how to do it..."