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B.C. parents raise alarm over proposed school food rules that target bake sales, fundraisersThe draft food guidelines unveiled this week puts several foods commonly served at special lunch days and bake sales on a 'foods to avoid' list.EducationApr 7
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Rapid tests available for those 70+ on Friday at pharmacies across B.C.Once distribution has started and supply grows, the program will expand to younger ages and will be communicated through the media and the government’s COVID-19 website.HealthFeb 23
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Safety improvements to be implimented at Penticton school after student struck by vehicleIn December a student was struck by a vehicle while crossing in front of Uplands Elementary school. The student continues to recover with non-life-threatening injuries.CanadaFeb 2
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School staff’s vaccine status needed so districts can decide on mandates, B.C.’s top doctor saysDr. Bonnie Henry reassured members of the public and unions on Tuesday that it is legal to require vaccine status information from school staff.HealthJan 18
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All school staff in B.C. must disclose COVID-19 vaccine statusThe latest order, posted online Monday, states an employer must request proof of vaccination from each employee and keep a record each person's status.EducationJan 17
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Three staff at Armstrong Elementary School test positive for COVIDThe North Okanagan - Shuswap School District previously announced a two-day functional closure at the school for Friday and Monday.NewsJan 17
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Two B.C. schools close due to staff ‘illness,’ ministry saysTwo schools have stopped in-person classes in B.C., less than two days after most students returned following an extended holiday break due to the surging COVID-19 Omicron variant.EducationJan 11
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COVID-19: B.C. parents, teachers anxious as kids head back to school amid Omicron waveThe plan also includes mandatory three-layer masking in indoor areas, staggered start and break times and measures to reduce crowding in common areas.HealthJan 9
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B.C. to only notify families of COVID school exposures when attendance dropsProvincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry, Health Minister Adrian Dix and Education Minister Jennifer Whiteside will speak at 11:30 a.m.HealthJan 7
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B.C. schools bracing to close ‘at moment’s notice’ due to OmicronOne teacher in Surrey says it's still unclear when a school would determine it must close and what to do if a teacher is a close contact but not showing any symptoms.HealthJan 5
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