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 27
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
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
What’s essential in the age of coronavirus depends on which country you live in: experts
Whether it is in Asia, Europe, Africa or the United States, there’s general agreement: Health care workers, law enforcement, utility workers, food production and communications are generally exempt from lockdowns. 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
Experts weigh the pros and cons of food pickup, delivery amid coronavirus
While the chances of transmission via food courier are quite low, experts say taking a number of precautionary steps can help minimize risk and put the mind at ease. Continue reading
Vancouver Tim Hortons gets licence yanked for breaking coronavirus health order
By Simon Little Online Journalist
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
Ellen Page’s documentary on N.S. environmental racism now streaming on Netflix
The feature-length documentary There’s Something in the Water began streaming on Netflix on Friday. 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
Those with COVID-19 symptoms will be barred from domestic flights, intercity trains: Trudeau
The prime minister said that the new travel restrictions would come into effect on Monday. 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
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
Coronavirus: Canadian regions prepare to fight flooding amid the COVID-19 pandemic
Flood-prone regions in Quebec, Ontario, New Brunswick and Manitoba are now putting some thought on how to manage the start of their flooding season amid the spread of COVID-19. Continue reading
‘No Canadian’: Twitter mocks Trump’s plan to move troops to U.S.-Canada border
Twitter users don’t think a militarized border is necessary, with many saying #NoCanadians are interested in crossing. Continue reading
Test that can detect coronavirus in minutes gets U.S. approval
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration granted the approval under its Emergency Use Authorization. Continue reading
Those with COVID-19 symptoms will be barred from domestic flights, intercity trains: Trudeau
The prime minister said that the new travel restrictions would come into effect on Monday. 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
Widow of Ontario man, 48, who died from coronavirus speaks out about deadly virus
“I am doing my best to try and navigate this nightmare. Unfortunately I lost my soulmate and angel,” Katy Saunders wrote in a heartfelt public Facebook post about her husband, Keith. 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
WATCH: B.C.’s daily coronavirus update with Dr. Bonnie Henry, March 27
Health officials are providing a daily update on the coronavirus in B.C. 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
By Simon Little Online Journalist
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
Coronavirus: How COVID-19 is spreading across Canada
As data comes out, charts can tell us more about Canada’s COVID-19 outbreak. Continue reading
Boards go up at B.C. shops as thieves exploit coronavirus lockdown
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Police say they’ve seen a surge of property crime, as city streets empty out due to COVID-19. Continue reading
Contract breakthrough for B.C. teachers as union announces tentative deal
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The union has been bargaining since April 2019 and has been without a contract since the end of June last year. Continue reading
Know a B.C. health-care hero? Share your stories and photos
Do you know a B.C. health-care hero? We want to honour them for their efforts to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue reading
Coronavirus: Case confirmed at Kamloops grocery store
Interior Health says those who visited the pharmacy on March 10, 13, 14, or March 16-21 should self-isolate and monitor for symptoms for 14 days from the time of their visit. Continue reading
Coronavirus: B.C. Hockey League uses online simulation for 2020 playoffs
The B.C. Hockey League says its simulation games feature calls from team broadcasters, as well as a quick video submitted by one player from each team. Continue reading