Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

Nearly 35% of eligible Tri-City kids have received their first COVID-19 vaccination

Meanwhile, third doses have been administered to 13 per cent of the region's residents who are of age and/or immuno-compromised.

Dec 22, 2021 12:40 PM Read more >

'Remarkable': B.C. researchers get molecular look at Omicron variant spike protein

UBC researchers say knowing molecular structure will allow scientists to develop more effective treatments against variants

Dec 22, 2021 11:22 AM Read more >

Canadian government expands lockdown programs as Omicron surges

Expanded programs set to cost $4 billion

Dec 22, 2021 10:29 AM Read more >

No pre-entry PCR test required at Point Roberts and other B.C. borders for short shopping trips

CBSA makes an exemption for B.C. borders in light of continued supply issues

Dec 22, 2021 10:26 AM Read more >

B.C. woman upset she couldn't get a booster despite no line at vaccination clinic

Kelowna residents would like to see a stand-by line

Dec 22, 2021 10:03 AM Read more >

Pandemic forces B.C. charities to innovate to survive

Surrey Hospital Foundation turns to online auction as an alternative source of revenue

Dec 22, 2021 8:34 AM Read more >

Here's why B.C. is not implementing travel restrictions over the holidays

Not everyone should be travelling, underscores B.C.'s top doctor.

Dec 21, 2021 5:49 PM Read more >

The symptoms of Omicron may be extremely mild. Here's when to go for testing.

Dr. Bonnie Henry explains when or if you need to get tested in the wake of surging cases in fully vaccinated people.

Dec 21, 2021 5:03 PM Read more >

B.C.'s new daily COVID number suddenly surges to all-time high

New record high fuelled by Omicron variant as restrictions re-engaged

Dec 21, 2021 4:37 PM Read more >

Operation Red Nose cancels Tri-Cities' ride services for New Year's Eve 2021

B.C.'s new public health restrictions amid COVID-19 have included the cancellation of all New Year's Eve events.

Dec 21, 2021 1:44 PM Read more >