British Columbia’s public-health officials are encouraging families and caregivers to get their kids vaccinated against influenza in advance of the holidays. The Ministry of Health…
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PHO finalizes order for health-care professionals
The Office of the Provincial Health Officer (PHO) this morning announced it has posted a new provincial health officer order requiring the reporting of health-care…
Indoor mask mandate extended
British Columbia’s provincial health officer has extended the mask mandate that requires masks be worn in all indoor public spaces throughout B.C. The previous order,…
Guidelines out for mandatory staff vaccine requirements
Guidelines have been developed to support school boards and independent school authorities in their decisions on implementing vaccine requirements for their employees, the Ministry of…
Province reminds about vaccine card need
Starting Monday, Sept. 27, the BC Vaccine Card will be the only acceptable proof of vaccination for British Columbians to enjoy certain businesses and recreational…
UBCM Executive expresses support for PHO
Letter to the Editor The Executive of the Union of B.C. Municipalities (UBCM) provided the following statement Sept. 3 in support of the Office of…
COVID vaccine take one entirely for Lower Mainland
The B.C. government today announced its plan to begin distributing COVID-19 vaccines in B.C., with the first round going entirely to the Lower Mainland. The…
More to be done to ensure drinking water safety: AG
The Office of the Auditor General of British Columbia has released a report: The Protection of Drinking Water: An Independent Audit. The office concluded that…