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    3 May 2020

    Access supports & stay informed about . 🖥️ 📊 Latest data in BC ℹ️ COVID-19 financial supports Non-medical Qs 📞 Call 1-888-COVID19 📱 Text 604-630-0300 Medical Qs only 🏥 Call 8-1-1

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  2. 5 hours ago

    update: 509 new cases since we last reported, for a total of 60,117 cases in BC. There have been 9 new deaths, for a total of 1,047. To date, 75,914 people have received a COVID-19 vaccine in BC.

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  3. 5 hours ago

    Business Recovery Grants are available now to support the future of BC's businesses. Apply now if your small or medium-sized business needs financial support. Learn more:

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    Business Recovery Grants are available now to support the future of BC's businesses. Apply now if your small or medium-sized business needs financial support.
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  4. 9 hours ago

    Honour an inspiring British Columbian—nominate them for the Order of BC. The award recognizes people whose extraordinary achievements have contributed to the quality of life in the province and beyond.

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  5. 11 hours ago

    BC’s coastal environment is one of our greatest assets and protecting it is a top priority. New marine shipping requirements are being considered for the Trans Mountain Expansion Project (TMX). We want British Columbians to have a say. Learn more:

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  6. Jan 14

    update: 536 new cases since we last reported, for a total of 59,608 cases in BC. There have been 7 new deaths, for a total of 1,038. To date, 69,746 people have received a COVID-19 vaccine in BC.

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  7. Jan 14

    Dr. Bonnie Henry, provincial health officer, and Adrian Dix, Minister of Health, provide an update on COVID-19 in BC.

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  8. Jan 14

    Now is not the time to make exceptions or look for loopholes. We must keep doing our part: 🏠 Socialize only with your household (or core bubble, if you live alone) ⚠️ Avoid non-essential travel 😷 Wear a mask in indoor public places

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  9. Jan 14

    Media availability with BC Premier John Horgan.

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  10. Jan 13

    update: 519 new cases since we last reported, for a total of 59,072 cases in BC. There have been 12 new deaths, for a total of 1,031. To date, 63,430 people have received a vaccine in BC.

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  11. Jan 13

    The COVID-19 vaccine will, in time, be available to everyone who wants it and is able to get it. High-risk groups are being prioritized. As more vaccine supply becomes available, more priority groups will be identified and clinics will expand.

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  12. Jan 12

    update: 446 new cases since we last reported, for a total of 58,553 cases in BC. There have been nine new deaths, for a total of 1,019. To date, 62,294 people have received a vaccine in BC.

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  13. Jan 11

    update: 1,475 new cases since we last reported, for a total of 58,107 cases in BC. Jan 8-9: 538 cases Jan 9-10: 507 cases Last 24 hours: 430 cases There have been 22 new deaths, for a total of 1,010. To date, 59,902 people have been vaccinated.

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  14. Jan 11

    Dr. Bonnie Henry, provincial health officer, and Adrian Dix, Minister of Health, provide an update on COVID-19 in BC.

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  15. Jan 11

    A province-wide COVID-19 travel advisory is still in effect. Do your part by staying close to home and travelling only for essential reasons. ❌ No social or recreational travel ✅ Travel for work or medical appointments is OK Learn more:

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  16. Jan 8

    All public health orders and restrictions in BC have been extended until Feb 5, 2021 — two incubation periods. Public health is our top priority — and by doing our part & following PHO orders & guidelines, we can all help keep our hospitals, schools, & communities safe.

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  17. Jan 8

    update: 617 new cases since we last reported, for a total of 56,632 cases in BC. There have been 18 new deaths, for a total of 988. To date, 46,259 people have received a COVID-19 vaccine in BC.

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  18. Jan 8

    Remote and isolated Indigenous communities are a high priority to receive the vaccine. 10,700 initial doses of the Moderna vaccine are going to protect elders and help keep people in these communities safe.

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  19. Jan 7

    update: 761 new cases since we last reported, for a total of 56,015 cases in BC. There have been 8 new deaths, for a total of 970. To date, 41,064 people have received a COVID-19 vaccine in BC.

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  20. Jan 7

    Current public health orders and restrictions are extended until Feb 5. We continue to see high transmission rates through social gatherings. Socialize only with people who live in your household, and avoid any non-essential travel. See details:

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  21. Jan 7

    Dr. Bonnie Henry, provincial health officer, and Adrian Dix, Minister of Health, provide an update on COVID-19 in BC.

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