COVID-19

Masks now mandatory at the Vancouver Art Gallery

Those with a valid medical reason for not wearing a mask are exempt from the requirement, as are children aged five and under

Jul 31, 2020 2:35 PM Read more >

Federally-backed COVID-19 alert app now available for download

The app is voluntary, and tells users if or when they have been in close contact with another user who has tested positive for the COVID-19 virus

Jul 31, 2020 2:08 PM Read more >

B.C. confirms 29 new cases of COVID-19, for total of 3,591

There are now 59 cases connected to Fraser Valley Packers Inc.

Jul 30, 2020 3:09 PM Read more >

B.C. confirms 41 new cases of COVID-19, for total of 3,562

An alert has been issued for a "Gentleman's Club" in Kelowna.

Jul 29, 2020 4:06 PM Read more >

B.C. confirms 23 new cases of COVID-19, for total of 3,523

There has been one new COVID-19 related death.

Jul 28, 2020 3:08 PM Read more >

Health Canada approves new drug for treatment of COVID-19

Gilead is working with the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) and Health Canada to provide Veklury for Canadians over the coming weeks.

Jul 28, 2020 2:20 PM Read more >

Passengers warned about COVID-19 exposure on several more Vancouver flights

The country's two largest airlines stated that they are ending their on-board seat distancing policies starting July 1, raising health concerns amid a pandemic that has devastated the travel industry.

Jul 28, 2020 12:32 PM Read more >

B.C. confirms 81 new cases of COVID-19, for total of 3,500

There have been two new COVID-19 related deaths.

Jul 27, 2020 3:09 PM Read more >

Employee at Metro Vancouver Superstore tests positive for COVID-19

"Team members who worked closely with this individual are now at home in self-isolation, monitoring for any symptoms."

Jul 27, 2020 1:59 PM Read more >

Feds announce $625M for child-care spaces as economy reopens

It’s not yet known how much of the total $625 million will be given to each province

Jul 25, 2020 10:47 PM Read more >