B.C.’s public safety minister is set to give an update on how the government is enforcing provincial health orders issued amid the novel coronavirus pandemic.
Mike Farnworth will speak at a press conference scheduled for Sunday at 10:30 a.m. PT in Vancouver. The announcement will be streamed on this page, on Global News’ YouTube channel, and on BC1.
The province is currently under a state of emergency due to the COVID-19 crisis, which gives the government powers to both issue public health orders to promote physical distancing and self-isolation, and to enforce those orders with penalties.
Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry has banned gatherings of more than 50 people and ordered the closure of bars, restaurants and personal service