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Coquitlam teachers herald 'a thousand little victories' but worry about layoffs

Coquitlam teachers herald 'a thousand little victories' but worry about layoffs

School District 43 budget talks got under way this week under a cloud of uncertainty as COVID-19 cases continue to rise amidst cost pressures; parents, students call for more counsellors and mental health supports to help with stress while teachers fear layoffs
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More than 40% of Coquitlam area schools hit with COVID-19 exposures as case counts rise

More than 40% of Coquitlam area schools hit with COVID-19 exposures as case counts rise

Seven schools in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam have been flagged for COVID-19 exposure, bringing to 30 the number of schools with recent exposures.
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For 'grandkids' future': 100-year-old Port Coquitlam grandma tells Trudeau to stop Trans Mountain

For 'grandkids' future': 100-year-old Port Coquitlam grandma tells Trudeau to stop Trans Mountain

Coquitlam groups opposed to Trans Mountain pipeline project are holding virtual protests to get their message to federal officials during the pandemic
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Coquitlam Safeway hit with COVID-19 as local cases surge

Coquitlam Safeway hit with COVID-19 as local cases surge

A Safeway off Austin Avenue in Coquitlam is under investigation after at least one worker tested positive for COVID-19
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The Tri-Cities recorded a massive spike in COVID-19 cases last week

The Tri-Cities recorded a massive spike in COVID-19 cases last week

Weekly case count climbed to 269 from 109 during the previous week, a 147% increase in the number of cases
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University RCMP issues over $5,000 in fines to partying UBC students

University RCMP issues over $5,000 in fines to partying UBC students

"We are now a year into this pandemic, people are well aware of the orders and we all have to do our part."
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Port Moody minor hockey shut down after four members test positive for COVID-19

Port Moody minor hockey shut down after four members test positive for COVID-19

Port Moody Amateur Hockey Association has paused its season indefinitely after four of its members tested positive for COVID-19.
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B.C. reports three new COVID-19 deaths – lowest daily total in 13 weeks

B.C. reports three new COVID-19 deaths – lowest daily total in 13 weeks

The number of outbreaks at seniors' homes has declined significantly since vaccines started to be administered in December.
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‘Spreading word,’ key as free food, bedding, toiletries on offer at Coquitlam shelter

‘Spreading word,’ key as free food, bedding, toiletries on offer at Coquitlam shelter

Guests get well cared for at the shelter but few are showing up despite cold weather; Phoenix Society and outreach workers are ramping up efforts to let people know the program is available
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Port Coquitlam approves popular alcohol in parks initiative — and expands it

Port Coquitlam approves popular alcohol in parks initiative — and expands it

Port Coquitlam to add Peace, Dominion and McLean parks to its responsible drinking pilot in city parks; most survey respondents said being able to consume alcohol in parks contributed to community and reduced isolation, particularly during COVID-19 restrictions
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