Public health officials stressed for B.C. residents to continue staying at home and practising social distancing during the pandemic.

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.

B.C. has closed bars, restaurants and personal service businesses, banned gatherings of over 50 people, and required people to keep two metres apart in public.

An Alberta clothing company has released three limited editiion T-shirts featuring some of Canada's top doctors in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.

B.C.'s top doctor says it is still safe for people to try and conceive a child amidst uncertainty over COVID-19.

New data released by the province Saturday shows more than half of all cases are female, while roughly 60 per cent are over 50 years old.

Dr. Bonnie Henry on Saturday also called for the closure of all personal service businesses, including massage parlours, salons and tattoo parlours.

On Friday, Fraser Health confirmed a case of COVID-19 at a fourth Metro Vancouver seniors' home.

The B.C. Dental Hygienists Association is concerned about dentists in the province ignoring advice and continuing to operate regular service.

Province also announces 40 new cases in B.C., bringing the provincial total to 271.