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More than two million British Columbians now fully vaccinated

More than two million British Columbians now fully vaccinated

No COVID-19 deaths in B.C. recorded in the past four days.
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B.C. free from COVID-19 deaths, outbreaks over 24 hours

B.C. free from COVID-19 deaths, outbreaks over 24 hours

New-infection rate falls; nearly 80% of British Columbians now vaccinated at least once.
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Latest weekly COVID-19 local health data shows Tri-Cities nearing single-digit case counts

Latest weekly COVID-19 local health data shows Tri-Cities nearing single-digit case counts

BCCDC regional numbers continue to show a steady decrease thanks to more vaccinations; Surrey is still the province's hot spot for the virus.
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COVID testing process expensive, stressful for would-be travellers

COVID testing process expensive, stressful for would-be travellers

'It's so convoluted and complicated in my mind'
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Back to the office: employers’, employees’ rights and responsibilities

Back to the office: employers’, employees’ rights and responsibilities

Planning for the return to a physical workplace is quickly becoming a top priority for many employers.
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Visitation restrictions at seniors care homes lift July 19

Visitation restrictions at seniors care homes lift July 19

No more masks, limits on number of visitors at seniors care homes
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Should indoor masks still be mandatory in B.C.? (VIDEO)

Should indoor masks still be mandatory in B.C.? (VIDEO)

We asked some Vancouver residents about easing mask restrictions. 😷
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COVID-19 claims one life, daily case counts up

COVID-19 claims one life, daily case counts up

Daily new cases of COVID-19 are ticking back up in B.C., despite 40% being fully vaccinated
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Small business owners face backlash for requiring masks

Small business owners face backlash for requiring masks

Some say they've experienced uncomfortable confrontations, exchanges of choice word and, in some cases, online abuse.
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Canadian Border Services Agency says some travellers may carry 'fraudulent' vaccine documents

Canadian Border Services Agency says some travellers may carry 'fraudulent' vaccine documents

In addition to fraudulent COVID-19 tests, some travellers may try to present fake vaccination cards now, too.
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