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British Columbians could see 'safe six' by end of February: Henry

British Columbians could see 'safe six' by end of February: Henry

But that's all contingent on the spread of new coronavirus variants, which have doubled in the past week, and B.C.'s provincial health officer made no promises.
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B.C. extends restrictions on gatherings and events

B.C. extends restrictions on gatherings and events

Orders may be revisited if data shows a reduction in the spread of the COVID-19 virus
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Trudeau defends Canada tapping COVAX vaccine pool amid ongoing shortages

Trudeau defends Canada tapping COVAX vaccine pool amid ongoing shortages

Canada has been criticized for dipping into program meant to ensure equitable access for poorer countries
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Don't expect school closures as B.C. stares down COVID-19 variants

Don't expect school closures as B.C. stares down COVID-19 variants

Education Minister Jennifer Whiteside and Dr. Bonnie Henry say keeping schools open for in-class instruction remains a provincial priority because it's best for B.C.'s students
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Six more British Columbians die from COVID-19, as hospitalizations continue to fall

Six more British Columbians die from COVID-19, as hospitalizations continue to fall

There have not been as few people battling COVID-19 in B.C. hospitals since November 20.
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Number of new COVID cases up on North Shore

Number of new COVID cases up on North Shore

North and West Vancouver record 88 new cases; Whistler remains a COVID-19 hot spot
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COVID taxation an ‘ad hoc, band-aid process,’ says accountant

COVID taxation an ‘ad hoc, band-aid process,’ says accountant

Complex regulations, documents “accountants have challenges to understand”
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'It really increased the pressure on people': British Columbians impacted by disordered eating face challenges during COVID-19

'It really increased the pressure on people': British Columbians impacted by disordered eating face challenges during COVID-19

Provincial Eating Disorders Awareness Week is on now until Feb. 7
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BCTF says B.C.'s in-class mask rules are 'long overdue'

BCTF says B.C.'s in-class mask rules are 'long overdue'

Much more needs to be done, according to the organization's president, including improvements to school density and ventilation.
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Canada faces more vaccine upheaval amid ongoing Moderna delays

Canada faces more vaccine upheaval amid ongoing Moderna delays

No firm timeline on doses expected for later this month
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