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COVID-19 hospitalizations in B.C. drop to 11-week low

COVID-19 hospitalizations in B.C. drop to 11-week low

Six more people have died from COVID-19, raising B.C.'s death toll from the pandemic to 1,246.
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British Columbians could see 'safe six' by end of February: Henry

British Columbians could see 'safe six' by end of February: Henry

But that's all contingent on the spread of new coronavirus variants, which have doubled in the past week, and B.C.'s provincial health officer made no promises.
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B.C. extends restrictions on gatherings and events

B.C. extends restrictions on gatherings and events

Orders may be revisited if data shows a reduction in the spread of the COVID-19 virus
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New B.C. health guidelines for schools aren't strong enough: New West Teachers' Union

New B.C. health guidelines for schools aren't strong enough: New West Teachers' Union

Local president welcomes changes for physical education and music classes but says mask mandate for middle and secondary school students is still lacking
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Another COVID-19 case discovered at this New West Safeway

Another COVID-19 case discovered at this New West Safeway

Sobeys has updated its COVID-19 case tracker
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Downtown New West BIA brings back place-making program

Downtown New West BIA brings back place-making program

Program returns after being put on hold in 2020 by COVID-19
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Trudeau defends Canada tapping COVAX vaccine pool amid ongoing shortages

Trudeau defends Canada tapping COVAX vaccine pool amid ongoing shortages

Canada has been criticized for dipping into program meant to ensure equitable access for poorer countries
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Don't expect school closures as B.C. stares down COVID-19 variants

Don't expect school closures as B.C. stares down COVID-19 variants

Education Minister Jennifer Whiteside and Dr. Bonnie Henry say keeping schools open for in-class instruction remains a provincial priority because it's best for B.C.'s students
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Six more British Columbians die from COVID-19, as hospitalizations continue to fall

Six more British Columbians die from COVID-19, as hospitalizations continue to fall

There have not been as few people battling COVID-19 in B.C. hospitals since November 20.
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Not sure if your sick child should get a COVID-19 test? There's an app for that

Not sure if your sick child should get a COVID-19 test? There's an app for that

New health-checker app unveiled as part of B.C.'s new health and safety protocols for schools – and parents are being reminded to keep kids home with any symptoms, no matter how mild
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