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B.C. changing priority for COVID booster shots as Omicron spreads

B.C. changing priority for COVID booster shots as Omicron spreads

Province says change to "interval-based" determination of priority based on individual risk, calculated by time passed since last vaccine shot
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B.C.'s rent freeze is expiring on Jan. 1, 2022. Here's what you need to know.

B.C.'s rent freeze is expiring on Jan. 1, 2022. Here's what you need to know.

The province enacted the rent freeze at the beginning of the pandemic to support British Columbians who were struggling financially.
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Another record-setting day for B.C. — 4,383 new COVID-19 cases

Another record-setting day for B.C. — 4,383 new COVID-19 cases

The province is also reporting six new health-care facility outbreaks
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Some parts of B.C. won't be receiving mail today

Some parts of B.C. won't be receiving mail today

British Columbians are encouraged to clear walkways to make it safe for visitors, mail carriers
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Sechelt Skies: Tides (again) & Mercury and Venus put on a show

Sechelt Skies: Tides (again) & Mercury and Venus put on a show

Sechelt Skies for January 2022
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Daytime warming centre open in Gibsons

Daytime warming centre open in Gibsons

'This is an example of the true meaning of Christmas in Gibsons'
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Henry: Businesses facing staff shortage due to COVID absenteeism have few options

Henry: Businesses facing staff shortage due to COVID absenteeism have few options

Provincial health officer says owners may have to close their doors if they can't find workers to replace sick employees
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B.C. delays return to school for K-12 students

B.C. delays return to school for K-12 students

Health officials say delayed start will give staff time to add additional protocols to reduce crowding
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B.C. reports 2,944 new COVID-19 cases, five deaths

B.C. reports 2,944 new COVID-19 cases, five deaths

193 people are in hospital across the province
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B.C. sets a record for most lottery prizes won

B.C. sets a record for most lottery prizes won

Did you buy a lottery ticket in 2021?
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