Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

Tourism marketers spread the word on vaccine requirements

A number of visitors are forgetting their proof of vaccination in their hotel rooms or bringing the wrong kinds of documents.

Sep 17, 2021 9:30 AM Read more >

Plethora of pandemic puppies putting pressure on vets, trainers and daycares

A puppy-purchasing boom during the COVID-19 pandemic is limiting access to veterinarians and trainers. Many are reporting a waitlist.

Sep 17, 2021 7:00 AM Read more >

Experts say 'game changer' needed to inspire unvaccinated B.C. residents

At this rate, it would take an additional two months to get everyone vaccinated...and only if they are willing to do it.

Sep 16, 2021 3:40 PM Read more >

COVID-19 hospitalizations in B.C. at new high since May

B.C. hospitals have 291 patients fighting COVID-19 – up three from yesterday.

Sep 16, 2021 3:08 PM Read more >

We asked: Have you used your BC Vaccine Card yet?

Over 2.2 million British Columbians have signed up for the province's "vaccine passport" - but how many have had to use it?

Sep 16, 2021 2:09 PM Read more >

New West's weekly COVID case count slides to 50

The city's coronavirus case numbers dropped slightly from last week's 66

Sep 15, 2021 6:05 PM Read more >

Q&A: Here's what New Westminster parents need to know about COVID-19 exposures in schools

Confused about what information you will (or won't) receive this year? We've broken it all down for you.

Sep 15, 2021 4:11 PM Read more >

Seven new COVID-19 deaths push B.C. death toll to 1,873

ICU wards see decline in COVID-19 patients for first time since August 25

Sep 15, 2021 2:57 PM Read more >

New Westminster now has 83% of residents fully vaccinated against COVID-19

B.C. health officials stress the importance of vaccination in the midst of the fourth wave

Sep 15, 2021 2:04 PM Read more >

The Mu variant is here in B.C. Here's what you need to know.

Is the Mu variant as much of a risk to B.C. residents as the Delta?

Sep 14, 2021 4:57 PM Read more >