Victoria bike shop offers frontline healthcare worker free bike after hers is stolen
They're also giving service priority to anyone who works in healthcare.
BC Liquor stores will be closed on Sundays starting this weekend
Authorities say there is a documented increase in demand for liquor products
Feds issue advisory after scam texts emerge about Canada Emergency Response Benefit
Don't click that link!
Butchart Gardens has officially closed its doors to the public due to coronavirus
As of 9 a.m. this morning.
B.C. bans resale of essential supplies, allows bylaw officers to enforce provincial health orders
Those found disobeying provincial health orders could face fines of over $25,000 or jail time
Oak Bay cheers on front line workers during COVID-19 pandemic
Have you joined in yet?
Victoria mayor urges people to stop flushing wipes other than toilet paper
The city's sewage system is starting to get clogged up...
B.C. reports 42 new cases of COVID-19 bringing total to 659 in province
🚨There are now a total of 47 confirmed cases on Vancouver Island
More than 700 Greater Victoria doctors discourage patients from clinic ‘drop-ins’
Local physicians have also taken steps to move to a virtual assessment system
B.C. announces financial aid for renters, moratorium on evictions, freeze on rent increases
There will be a $500/month temporary supplement fund for renters delivered through BC Housing.
ICBC to defer monthly payments for up to 90 days amid COVID-19 concerns
License renewals will also be available over the phone.
The Victoria Royals 2019-20 season has officially come to an end due to coronavirus
The WHL announced the cancellation of the 2020 playoffs on Monday.
BC Ferries announces 1.5% fuel rebate, advises against non-essential travel
The company has not been instructed to restrict travel at this time
These institutions are offering FREE online courses during the COVID-19 pandemic
Broaden your horizons and take an Ivy League class or two!
Federal government to enforce mandatory 14-day quarantine on travellers returning to Canada
It will be mandatory under the Quarantine Act as of midnight tonight
Canadian workers affected by COVID-19 can now get $2,000/month for 4 months
Those who qualify will start receiving money within 10 days of applying
Victoria residents detail return to Canada from South America, Australia amid COVID-19
How well is Canada screening travellers at the border for COVID-19?
Island Health warns of possible COVID-19 exposure at several downtown Victoria establishments
BREAKING: And several other downtown locations.
These local Victoria breweries and liquor stores are offering delivery amid COVID-19
Cheers to social distancing! 🍻
City of Victoria delays consideration of declaring local state of emergency due to COVID-19
This measure would give them the power to freeze evictions, but the province may announce similar orders tomorrow
B.C. reports 145 new cases of COVID-19 bringing total to 617 in province
BREAKING: There are now a total of 44 confirmed cases on Vancouver Island
Victoria renters report landlords raising rent, issuing eviction notices amid COVID-19 pandemic
One of the tenants is a healthcare worker at Royal Jubilee; the other is a disabled woman with COVID-19 symptoms told to be in quarantine
Police increase presence throughout Victoria and Esquimalt as thieves target closed businesses
Two men were arrested last night in seperate cases.
Here’s how you can continue to support local businesses in Victoria (CONTEST)
And win a $100 VISA gift just for showing them some love!
B.C. campgrounds closed until April 30th after people found ignoring COVID-19 precautions
All provincial parks have also been fully or partially closed to the public
Walmart and Dollarama follow suit in boosting employee pay during coronavirus pandemic
Along with Save-On-Foods.
Canada Post announces reduced hours, service changes amid COVID-19
Like a "Knock, Drop and Go" approach eliminating the need for signatures at the door
Victoria Empress Hotel announces immediate closure of hotel, spa, and food services
Effective Wednesday, March 25th
Saanich Police issue reminder after groups seen disobeying COVID-19 playground closures
TLDR: ALL playgrounds in Saanich are CLOSED and people are reminded to avoid them.
Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games postponed until next year due to coronavirus
This is the first ever postponement in history.
B.C. government launches COVID-19 information app
Featuring the province's self-assessment tool
City of Victoria announces temporary shelter sites for homeless and vulnerable populations
Including Beacon Hill Park, Topaz Park, and Royal Athletic Park
Nanaimo doctor details staggering effect COVID-19 could have on island health care system (VIDEO)
"We're not testing everyone. It's likely there are hundreds or thousands infected," says Dr. Forrest, an infectious disease specialist at NRGH
United Way launches crisis fund for most vulnerable in Victoria amid COVID-19
Local love in a global crisis ❤️
Ogden Point Breakwater will be closed after visitors seen not maintaining social distancing
Effective 7 a.m. on Tuesday
B.C. announces $5 billion relief package for people and businesses affected by COVID-19
Here's a breakdown of some of the measures being taken
Victoria Highland Games and Celtic Festival postponed until late summer due to coronavirus
It was originally scheduled for May 16th and 17th.
Facebook pledges $100 million to small businesses worldwide amid COVID-19 crisis
Here's how your business can apply
Canada will not send athletes to the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo due to...
Along with Austalia.
Victoria private school confirms student tested positive for COVID-19
He was unlikely to be infectious during his last days at school.
B.C. reports 48 new cases of COVID-19 bringing total to 472 in province
BREAKING: There are now a total of 39 confirmed cases on Vancouver Island
Over 300 B.C. health care professionals sign letter urging people to stay home
"This is a threat that hopefully comes along only once in a lifetime."
Walmart to hire 10,000 Canadians to keep up with demand related to COVID-19
They're also making a $1 million donation to charity partners.
Royal Athletic Park could be converted into a temporary camp for homeless
It'll be located on Cook Street at Caledonia Avenue side of the stadium.
BC Ferries employee in isolation after testing positive for COVID-19
BREAKING: The employee came into contact with 7 other workers who are all now in self isolation
B.C. restaurants will be allowed to offer liquor products for take-out or delivery
In an effort to provide employment for servers laid off due to COVID-19 shut downs
Victoria Police break up house party, warn youth are not immune to COVID-19
A gathering of around 10 people aged 18-24 yrs at a suite in Esquimalt
B.C. reports 74 new cases of COVID-19 bringing total to 424 in province
BREAKING: There are a total of 37 confirmed cases of novel coronavirus on Vancouver Island
Victoria and Esquimalt follow suit in closing all playgrounds due to coronavirus outbreak
Along with Saanich and Sidney.
BC Ferries suspends all food service, donates perishables to Victoria charity
2,400 pounds of food was donated to the Rainbow Kitchen
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Six BC residents in their 30s died from COVID-19 since pandemic began
Two of those were from Vancouver Island.
