B.C. ‘cautiously optimistic’ about COVID-19 forecast, but warns hospitals could still be overwhelmed
Contract breakthrough for B.C. teachers as union announces tentative deal
WATCH: B.C.’s daily coronavirus update with Dr. Bonnie Henry, March 28
B.C. takes ‘unprecedented steps’ in response to coronavirus pandemic
Boards go up at B.C. shops as thieves exploit coronavirus lockdown
Service Canada to shut down all in-person centres over coronavirus concerns
Video shows man spraying water on homeless person sleeping on Vancouver steps
By Robyn Crawford Reporter
A video posted to social media Saturday appears to show a man spraying water on a homeless person sleeping on downtown Vancouver steps. Continue reading
Downtown Vancouver London Drugs pharmacy worker tests positive for COVID-19
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The staff member last worked at the pharmacy on West Georgia Street and Granville Street on March 18, a statement reads, and was not showing symptoms of COVID-19 at that time. Continue reading
Coronavirus: 2nd employee at Oshawa, Ont., grocery store tests positive for COVID-19
Real Canadian Superstore confirmed the news in a social media post and said the store has been temporarily closed in order for a third-party cleaning crew to attend the business and “thoroughly clean and disinfect” it. Continue reading
Coronavirus: Vancouver students relieved to catch flight out of locked-down Peru
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
A Chilliwack couple that missed previous flights out of the locked-down country were also on the final flight back to Vancouver. Continue reading
Coronavirus: B.C. reports 1 new death and 92 new cases, but 45% have recovered
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The update comes a day after officials released new modelling data showing B.C. could be on track to avoid a “worst-case scenario” as the outbreak continues. Continue reading
Tornado caught on camera tearing through Arkansas town, leaving six people injured
The National Weather Service tweeted a video from the Arkansas Department of Transportation that showed a large tornado dropping from storm clouds in Jonesboro. Continue reading
Water main bursts in Richmond, cutting hydro service to people self-isolating
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
Richmond RCMP said Saturday they were assisting city crews as they assessed the break in the area of No. 3 Road and Ackroyd Road. Continue reading
Trudeau encouraged by B.C. coronavirus data, but warns ‘we’re not out of the woods yet’
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
B.C. health officials released new modelling data on Friday that showed the transmission rate in the province had dropped by double digits as people were ordered to stay at home while most businesses shuttered. Continue reading
China’s coronavirus cases are going down as most new infections appeared imported
Saturday’s sole case of domestically transmitted coronavirus was recorded in Henan province, bordering Hubei. Continue reading
Snowfall warnings issued for mountain passes in B.C.’s Southern Interior, travel discouraged
The affected highways include Highways 1, 3, 5 and 97C, with snowfall amounts projected between 20 and 40 centimetres. Continue reading
Coronavirus conspiracy theories test government, evidence: experts
New government measures to contain COVID-19 can be looked at as state control tactics by those believing in conspiracy theories, according Edwin Hodge, a sociologist at the University of Victoria. Continue reading
‘All clear’: Sophie Grégoire Trudeau thanks well-wishers after recovering from COVID-19
“And to everyone who is suffering right now, I send you all my love,” she wrote. Continue reading
WATCH: Global News Hour at 6 – March 27
Watch the online edition of Global News Hour at 6. Continue reading
Demand surges for virtual health care amid novel coronavirus pandemic
By Simon Little Online Journalist
With Canada under strict social-distancing rules and an unprecedented demand for medical resources, many British Columbians are turning to virtual medicine. Continue reading
65% of reported COVID-19 cases in Canada related to community transmission: latest data
Community spread of COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus, first appeared in British Columbia. Continue reading
65% of reported COVID-19 cases in Canada related to community transmission: latest data
Community spread of COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus, first appeared in British Columbia. Continue reading
‘All clear’: Sophie Grégoire Trudeau thanks well-wishers after recovering from COVID-19
“And to everyone who is suffering right now, I send you all my love,” she wrote. Continue reading
Ontario government bans gatherings of more than 5 people in bid to stop coronavirus spread
‘We’re prepared to do whatever it takes to keep our people and our communities safe right now,’ the Ontario premier said. Continue reading
Coronavirus: B.C. reports 1 new death and 92 new cases, but 45% have recovered
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The update comes a day after officials released new modelling data showing B.C. could be on track to avoid a “worst-case scenario” as the outbreak continues. Continue reading
Downtown Vancouver London Drugs pharmacy worker tests positive for COVID-19
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The staff member last worked at the pharmacy on West Georgia Street and Granville Street on March 18, a statement reads, and was not showing symptoms of COVID-19 at that time. Continue reading
Video shows man spraying water on homeless person sleeping on Vancouver steps
By Robyn Crawford Reporter
A video posted to social media Saturday appears to show a man spraying water on a homeless person sleeping on downtown Vancouver steps. Continue reading
Downtown Vancouver London Drugs pharmacy worker tests positive for COVID-19
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The staff member last worked at the pharmacy on West Georgia Street and Granville Street on March 18, a statement reads, and was not showing symptoms of COVID-19 at that time. Continue reading
Coronavirus: Vancouver students relieved to catch flight out of locked-down Peru
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
A Chilliwack couple that missed previous flights out of the locked-down country were also on the final flight back to Vancouver. Continue reading
WATCH: B.C.’s daily coronavirus update with Dr. Bonnie Henry, March 28
Health officials are providing a daily update on the coronavirus in B.C. Continue reading
Coronavirus: B.C. reports 1 new death and 92 new cases, but 45% have recovered
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The update comes a day after officials released new modelling data showing B.C. could be on track to avoid a “worst-case scenario” as the outbreak continues. Continue reading
Water main bursts in Richmond, cutting hydro service to people self-isolating
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
Richmond RCMP said Saturday they were assisting city crews as they assessed the break in the area of No. 3 Road and Ackroyd Road. Continue reading
Trudeau encouraged by B.C. coronavirus data, but warns ‘we’re not out of the woods yet’
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
B.C. health officials released new modelling data on Friday that showed the transmission rate in the province had dropped by double digits as people were ordered to stay at home while most businesses shuttered. Continue reading
Snowfall warnings issued for mountain passes in B.C.’s Southern Interior, travel discouraged
The affected highways include Highways 1, 3, 5 and 97C, with snowfall amounts projected between 20 and 40 centimetres. Continue reading
Coronavirus conspiracy theories test government, evidence: experts
New government measures to contain COVID-19 can be looked at as state control tactics by those believing in conspiracy theories, according Edwin Hodge, a sociologist at the University of Victoria. Continue reading
WATCH: Global News Hour at 6 – March 27
Watch the online edition of Global News Hour at 6. Continue reading
Demand surges for virtual health care amid novel coronavirus pandemic
By Simon Little Online Journalist
With Canada under strict social-distancing rules and an unprecedented demand for medical resources, many British Columbians are turning to virtual medicine. Continue reading
Vancouver Tim Hortons gets licence yanked for breaking coronavirus health order
Inspectors visited the West Pender location four times, and issued several warnings, but eventually pulled the licence for “gross misconduct.” Continue reading
Coronavirus: Controversial malaria drug hydroxychloroquine tested at B.C. seniors’ home
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Hydroxychloroquine is being trialed as a therapy for COVID-19 at North Vancouver’s Lynn Valley Care Centre. Continue reading
Saying thanks to B.C.’s health-care heroes
Share your photos and stories, as Global News pays tribute to B.C.’s health-care heroes. Continue reading
Coronavirus: B.C. teachers scramble to organize at-home learning as spring break ends
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
School districts around the province trying to figure out remote instruction for kids of all ages, abilities and computer access, as spring break ends March 27 but in-classroom instruction remains on hold to help slow the spread of COVID-19. Continue reading
B.C. opens new pathway to ‘safe supply’ for drug users amid coronavirus pandemic
By Simon Little Online Journalist
B.C. has introduced new clinical guidance that could make it easier for people struggling with addictions to get access to safe drugs. Continue reading
Coronavirus: B.C. confirms 2 new deaths, 67 new cases
By Simon Little Online Journalist
There are now 792 lab-confirmed cases of COVID-19 in B.C., and 16 deaths. Continue reading
Vancouver offers emergency childcare referrals to essential COVID-19 workers
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
The city has set up a referral system to link essential workers with licensed childcare providers during the pandemic. Continue reading
One dead after Surrey house fire
By Robyn Crawford Reporter
The person living in the basement suite died on the scene. Continue reading
British Columbians share what it’s like having COVID-19
By Simon Little Online Journalist
We asked three Canadians, who contracted the virus — all younger than 40 — to share their experience, and what they want their fellow citizens to know. Continue reading
Can a malaria drug combat coronavirus? Researchers want to find out
People who live with others who have tested positive, as well as healthcare workers who were exposed to COVID-19 patients, can participate in the clinical trial. Continue reading
B.C. health-care professionals warn about use of unproven COVID-19 treatments and medications
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
The warning covers a number of unproven therapies for COVID-19, such as hydroxychloroquine, chloroquine, azithromycin, lopinavir/ritonavir, and colchicine. Continue reading
Coronavirus: B.C. Olympian says stay home, ‘now is the time to think of the greater good’
By Travis Lowe Video Journalist
Marathon runner from Kelowna says IOC’s decision to cancel 2020 Olympics this summer was the right choice. Continue reading
Coronavirus cases confirmed at 3 new B.C. seniors’ homes
By Simon Little Online Journalist
There are now cases of COVID-19 confirmed at 12 B.C. seniors’ residences. Continue reading
B.C. ‘cautiously optimistic’ about COVID-19 forecast, but warns hospitals could still be overwhelmed
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
B.C.’s top doctor says she is optimistic that social distancing measures put in place are helping to “level off” the spread of the novel coronavirus, but warns hospitals could still be overwhelmed by a rapid increase in cases. Continue reading