Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

Vancouver has officially declared a local state of emergency

'We do feel that there are a number of measures that we may need to take in the coming days'

Mar 19, 2020 1:28 PM Read more >

Vancouver restaurants clear fridges for shut down, donate food and money

Our restaurants are looking for ways to use up every last bit of the food they have on hand, and also help out

Mar 19, 2020 10:29 AM Read more >

LETTER: It's 'unethical' to keep B.C. child care facilities open during the COVID-19 pandemic

"Refusing to shut down early years programs at this time send the message that child care workers and early years do not matter"

Mar 19, 2020 9:25 AM Read more >

Why health-care workers in B.C. aren’t required to self-isolate

There are concerns about the risk of spreading COVID-19 to patients and other health-care professionals

Mar 19, 2020 8:23 AM Read more >

Here's how ICBC is adapting its services in response to the COVID-19 crisis

We're in a state of emergency in B.C. now - but what if you need something done with ICBC?

Mar 19, 2020 7:45 AM Read more >

LETTER: 'I watch in awe as nurses fight a war while keeping my mother safe'

"These women are strong! They are brave! They are amazing!  And the battle has just begun."

Mar 19, 2020 6:30 AM Read more >

Visitors asked not to go to Tofino; town concerned about medical resources

Visitors already in Tofino have been asked to make plans to return home

Mar 19, 2020 6:00 AM Read more >

These big companies are closing doors due to COVID-19

IKEA Canada has announced that it will temporarily close all stores until further notice.

Mar 18, 2020 8:30 PM Read more >

You can take virtual comedy classes at home during the pandemic

Laughter is the best medicine.

Mar 18, 2020 5:25 PM Read more >

OPINION: Advice from Canadian in Italy: take COVID-19 virus seriously

As it is, we have a chance to learn from Italy’s experience

Mar 18, 2020 5:13 PM Read more >