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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

This interactive map shows COVID vaccine requirements around the globe

This interactive map shows COVID vaccine requirements around the globe

Canadians should always check travel requirements twice before they leave.
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Rising COVID-19 cases in East Fraser Valley region prompt new set of restrictions

Rising COVID-19 cases in East Fraser Valley region prompt new set of restrictions

The restrictions are aimed at reducing transmission of the virus. Public health hopes they also raise the vaccination rate in the affected communities.
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B.C. sees 'concerning' COVID-19 spike in unvaccinated children

B.C. sees 'concerning' COVID-19 spike in unvaccinated children

The province's top doc says cases among children are a reflection of community vaccination rates.
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COVID booster doses to begin rolling out next week for seniors in long-term care, assisted living

COVID booster doses to begin rolling out next week for seniors in long-term care, assisted living

Residents will also be getting the influenza vaccine along with the booster.
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Coquitlam mother wants mask mandate for younger grades as COVID-19 cases hit elementary schools

Coquitlam mother wants mask mandate for younger grades as COVID-19 cases hit elementary schools

COVID-19 exposures have been reported in three local elementary schools, two in Coquitlam and one in Port Coquitlam, prompting calls for mask mandates for children in kindergarten to grade three.
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Few people qualify for COVID vaccine exemption, says disease specialist

Few people qualify for COVID vaccine exemption, says disease specialist

“There is so much misinformation out there it’s astonishing."
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COVID-19 kills 18 more in B.C.

COVID-19 kills 18 more in B.C.

Death toll from pandemic in the province rises to 1,940
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By Monday, Tri-City residents required to download vaccine card for entry to "discretionary" events and businesses

By Monday, Tri-City residents required to download vaccine card for entry to "discretionary" events and businesses

B.C.'s grace-period for use of COVID-19 immunization card ending soon; pop-up vaccine clinic scheduled for Port Coquitlam.
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Massive anti-vaccine card billboard in Port Coquitlam turns heads before swiftly removed

Massive anti-vaccine card billboard in Port Coquitlam turns heads before swiftly removed

B.C.'s vaccine card is requiring double-vaccination against COVID-19 for "discretionary" events on Oct. 24, much to the dislike of several groups and movements.
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COVID-19 pandemic's impact on Port Moody events continue

COVID-19 pandemic's impact on Port Moody events continue

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to cloud planning for special events in Port Moody.
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