Province releases full list of essential services in B.C.
This comprehensive list encompasses a variety of industries and workers
Greater Victoria School District confirms students will not return to school after Spring Break
Schools will be planning on next steps during the first two weeks after the break.
Victoria police officer buys ferry ticket for stranded woman
She travelled here with a man who then left her on her own.
Harbour Air will temporarily suspend flights starting Saturday due to global pandemic
Their current plan is to restart service on May 4th
BC Transit sees up to 70% less ridership due to COVID-19 closures
There are no current plans to block out seats to enforce physical distancing on buses
B.C. prepares hospitals for worst case scenario, adds more ventilators amid COVID-19
Authorities believe B.C. has enough capacity to deal with this epidemic, but are preparing for the worst
Driver of stolen car flees after ramming police cruiser in downtown Victoria
The driver is still at large while the passenger was arrested.
Provincial Health Officer ‘cautiously optimistic’ about COVID-19 trajectory in British Columbia
Dr. Henry says the rate of growth of the virus in B.C. is being positively affected by physical distancing measures
Justin Trudeau announces 75% wage subsidy for small and medium sized businesses affected by COVID-19
Along with a $40,000 loan to businesses who qualify.
VicPD salutes Royal Jubilee Hospital staff with 15 car tribute (VIDEO)
Keep the community love coming ❤️
Victoria may hire more bylaw officers to enforce provincial health orders during COVID-19
Homeless populations will be moved to temporary shelter sites at two Victoria parks instead of three originally planned
B.C. reports 66 new cases of COVID-19 bringing total to 725 in province
🚨There are now 52 confirmed cases on Vancouver Island
K9 police service dog captures break-and-enter suspect in Colwood
The victim returned home to find an unknown man in her suite.
B.C. launches phone line connecting seniors with volunteers and services amid COVID-19
Seniors living at home are most likely to become isolated during this pandemic
Man succumbs to injuries after serious assault with weapon in Victoria
The Vancouver Island Integrated Major Crime Unit is now investigating.
Discovery Island wolf Takaya shot and killed by hunters in Shawnigan Lake
He was relocated to the west coast of Vancouver Island in January.
BCCDC confirms COVID-19 exposure in West Jet flight to Victoria last week
Several flights landing in Vancouver recently have also reported confirmed coronavirus cases
Victoria police actively searching for robbery suspect near Cook Street
In cas you're wondering what's happening!
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
Nanaimo man breaks into daycare, jumps out of second floor window to flee
Police say he broke in before the daycare was open
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
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.
BC Ferries announces 1.5% fuel rebate, advises against non-essential travel
The company has not been instructed to restrict travel at this time
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
Missing Ontario man found deceased along logging road in Port Hardy
Foul play is not suspected.
Island Health warns of possible COVID-19 exposure at several downtown Victoria establishments
BREAKING: And several other downtown locations.
Police seeking suspect who robbed Langford Ma Miller’s Pub
He told the employee he had a knife before demanding cash
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.
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
Vehicle crash knocks out power to over 2,000 BC Hydro customers in Sidney
Hydro crews are responding.
Victoria Empress Hotel announces immediate closure of hotel, spa, and food services
Effective Wednesday, March 25th
Victoria Police searching for missing 37-year-old man
He's also wanted on two outstanding warrants.
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.
Victoria Cat Hotel offers free stay for cats whose owners are hospitalized amid global pandemic
A home away from home for kitties who need it
Tim Hortons delivering free coffee to frontline workers across Canada
Double double love this! 💕
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
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Victoria will be growing food plants to combat food insecurity during COVID-19 pandemic
In the Beacon Hill Park nursery.
