Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

PM tip-toes around prospect of waiving COVID-19 vaccine patents

U.S. already backing effort to waive patents, boost global supply.

May 7, 2021 9:36 AM Read more >

Chinese restaurants fear patrons won't return after pandemic

Special Report: Metro Vancouver eateries concerned that lifting restrictions won't be enough to win back clientele

May 7, 2021 8:00 AM Read more >

B.C. speeds up COVID-19 vaccine bookings; anyone 40+ eligible by May 11

New shipments of vaccines to the province means faster pace for booking shots

May 6, 2021 4:54 PM Read more >

B.C. sets daily record for COVID-19 vaccinations, as hospitalizations decline

Province has fewest people actively battling infections in almost six weeks: 6,802.

May 6, 2021 1:36 PM Read more >

First case of rare blood clot linked to COVID-19 vaccine reported in B.C.

Cases of blood clots linked to vaccinations remain extremely rare worldwide

May 6, 2021 1:26 PM Read more >

The pandemic is really stressing youth out, studies show

Sobering stats and ways forward.

May 6, 2021 12:47 PM Read more >

Leagues ready to reunite with fans but waiting for provincial direction

Special Report: Return to normal is fundamental to financial well-being of local professional sports teams

May 6, 2021 8:00 AM Read more >

Travel road checks on B.C. highways start May 6; select locations announced

Safe turn-around locations will be provided for drivers who determine their trip is not essential.

May 5, 2021 4:14 PM Read more >

B.C. sees COVID-19 hospitalizations, active infections and new cases fall

No new deaths keep the province's pandemic death toll at 1,597 people.

May 5, 2021 3:50 PM Read more >

Health Canada approves Pfizer vaccine for children 12+

The Pfizer vaccine has been permitted for children 16 years and up since December 2020.

May 5, 2021 9:52 AM Read more >