Kennedy Stewart did not give an answer when repeatedly asked about the number of communications staff the city already employs.

"If you see something happening, speak out... The important thing is that we all come together and act as one in this crisis," said the mayor.

The B.C. government is providing some support for local governments but it falls well short of what Metro Vancouver mayors were asking for.

Vancouver's mayor addressed what he called "misinformation" about the city's financial status during the COVID-19 crisis, saying the city is not on the verge of bankruptcy but needs help.

Kennedy Stewart said council will meet virtually Monday to vote on an amendment to the city's emergency powers bylaw that would allow bylaw officers to issue penalties.

The province is exploring how to help people who cannot afford rent or mortgage payments amidst layoffs and work stoppages.

Canada's health minister met with her B.C. counterpart and the city's mayor in a bid to try and fight COVID-19 rumours and misinformation affecting Chinese Canadians.

Metro Vancouver mayors are heading to Ottawa and they want one thing: money.

Mayor Kennedy Stewart says he wants the campers to move into temporary modular housing, then moderate income units. Critics don't buy it.

Vancouver's 2020 budget, which will be voted on by council Tuesday, includes money for 25 new police officers and 10 new civilian employees.