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Schools a good place for kids during pandemic – for now: top B.C. health officer

Schools a good place for kids during pandemic – for now: top B.C. health officer

“If there are risks in schools absolutely we will close them. Otherwise we need to look at how we can make schools safe,” said Dr. Bonnie Henry
Vancouver Sun Run cancelled due to COVID-19 concerns

Vancouver Sun Run cancelled due to COVID-19 concerns

The third largest 10K in North America was slated to take place April 19
TransLink steps up sanitation efforts in light of COVID-19 concerns (VIDEO)

TransLink steps up sanitation efforts in light of COVID-19 concerns (VIDEO)

“TransLink is following the lead of health officials when it comes to our response to COVID-19."
6 scenarios for how the coronavirus-suspended season could play out for the Canucks

6 scenarios for how the coronavirus-suspended season could play out for the Canucks

Let’s start with the obvious: one of the least-important aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic is how it affects your favourite sports team.
Annual Surrey Vaisakhi Parade cancelled due to coronavirus

Annual Surrey Vaisakhi Parade cancelled due to coronavirus

The annual Vaisakhi Khalsa Day Parade in Surrey celebrates one of the most significant days in the Sikh calendar, the creation of the Khalsa in 1699.
How Vancouver offices are managing coronavirus lockdowns

How Vancouver offices are managing coronavirus lockdowns

B.C. employees and employers should be prepared for shutdowns in their own workplaces due to the COVID-19 pandemic
Coronavirus: B.C. advises against travel outside Canada, reports 7 new cases

Coronavirus: B.C. advises against travel outside Canada, reports 7 new cases

The province is also asking event organizers to cancel all events with more than 250 people
Two coronavirus cases confirmed at West Vancouver care home

Two coronavirus cases confirmed at West Vancouver care home

A second long-term care home on the North Shore has confirmed two cases of novel coronavirus at its facility
Vancouver International Auto Show has been postponed due to coronavirus concerns

Vancouver International Auto Show has been postponed due to coronavirus concerns

COVID-19 pandemic means 100th anniversary event will be held at a date yet to be determined
Vancouver Coastal Health warns of possible COVID-19 exposure at dental conference

Vancouver Coastal Health warns of possible COVID-19 exposure at dental conference

A person who attended the conference on March 6 between 2 and 4 p.m. has tested positive for coronavirus