COVID-19 in the province are linked to private parties in the Metro Vancouver area.Dr. Bonnie Henry said the exposure event bears a resemblance to an outbreak in Kelowna connected to private gatherings that took place over the Canada Day long weekend.“It seems to be that there are overlapping social groups that have been to a number of parties, slightly different to what we saw in the Interior, but a similar concept,” Henry said.Henry said about 400 people are now in self-isolation.“Even though they may have been smaller individual parties, the overlapping groups meant that there’s a large number of people that were potentially exposed.” Kelowna COVID-19 outbreaks linked to hotel parties: B.C.

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Ambassador Bridge protest blockade disrupts car manufacturing sector

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Covid-19 Ayrshire: List of next week's vaccination drop-ins as residents urged to roll up sleeves for jabs

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Ontario on track to remove ‘almost all restrictions’ on businesses ‘very soon,’ Doug Ford says

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COVID-19: MLHU reports 3 deaths, LHSC has 87 COVID inpatients

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With low COVID vaccine uptake, rural US bore brunt of Delta surge

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Reality check on Alberta politicians’ statements on schools, COVID-19 transmission and vaccines

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FDA postpones advisory meeting on COVID-19 vaccines for kids under 5

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‘10 Truths About Love’: Watch the ‘timeless’ rom-com on Tubi for Valentine’s Day

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76ers wait on Harden's debut following big trade for Simmons

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Canada trucker protest: Ontario declares state of emergency over truck blockades

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B.C. officials report 78 new cases of COVID-19, 578 active cases

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Dr. Bonnie Henry explains possible long-term effects of COVID-19 on young people

While younger adults have faced fewer impacts from the coronavirus, provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry says they can still suffer long-term effects from the virus.

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Premier Horgan, B.C. health officials to make announcement on COVID-19 safety measures

coronavirus infections.Premier John Horgan, provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry, and Health Minister Adrian Dix are expected to speak at a news conference scheduled for 1 p.m.

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B.C. reports 46 new COVID-19 cases, 11 days with no new deaths

COVID-19 in B.C. and no new deaths.There have been 4,111 confirmed cases of the disease in the province.

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B.C.’s top doctor on ‘appropriate’ school setting for masks, creating more space in classrooms

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B.C. officials report 141 new cases over 72-hour period, no new deaths

British Columbia health officials announced 141 new cases of COVID-19 over a three day reporting period on Monday, August 10. Provincial health officer Dr.

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B.C. health officials to provide Monday COVID-19 update

novel coronavirus pandemic.On Friday, provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry and Health Minister Adrian Dix reported 53 new cases of COVID-19 in B.C.

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Another COVID-19 warning posted for U.S. flight to B.C.

COVID-19.The BC Centre for Disease Control said Monday that passengers on Alaska Airlines flight No. 2930 from Seattle to Vancouver on July 31 may be at risk.The centre reminded travellers that anyone arriving from outside of Canada is required to self-isolate for 14 days.

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Video shows anti-mask protesters in downtown Vancouver Sunday

COVID-19 information from the B.C. government and health officials.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]The crowd was also chanting “no new normal!” Vancouver protesters rally against masks, though experts say they slow spread of COVID-19 A woman walks by holding a sign that says, “vaccines, choice not force.”British Columbia does not require masks in public, but some private businesses do need customers to wear them to enter the premises.B.C.’s provincial health officer Dr.

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Okanagan art gallery showcases pieces made during COVID-19

Village Gallery in Lumby is celebrating some of the art that has been created during the novel coronavirus pandemic.“Some of these pictures, there’s a feeling of fear and anxiety but there are also feelings of hope,” said Robin Ledrew, Monashee Art Council board member.The small gallery worked with artist Ernie Hurst to bring the collection to life and challenged locals to create art about COVID-19.There’s everything from paintings to mosaics, a poem and even a statue of B.C.’s provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry.

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Coronavirus: Large social gatherings causing concern for B.C. health officials

COVID-19 cases emerge from large social gatherings.Three Vancouver police officers and two Vancouver police patrols are in isolation after breaking up an out-of-control party with more than 100 people attending, Ralph Kaisers, president of the Vancouver Police Union, said on social media on Friday.Kaisers told Global News the party took place in an apartment in downtown Vancouver in late July.Between 16 to 20 officers are in self-isolation as a result, Kaisers said.In addition, hundreds of people are now self-isolating following a house party in North Vancouver.“The numbers of contacts related to that are in the 400 range,” B.C. provincial health officer Dr.

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Surrey RCMP crack down on after-hours clubs, arrest operator of lounge linked to COVID-19 exposure

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]Police say a number of other after-hours events advertised for this weekend should be considered cancelled. Private parties in Vancouver area linked to at least 45 COVID-19 cases, officials say Earlier in the day, the head of the Vancouver Police Union said three Vancouver police officers have tested positive for the novel coronavirus after responding to a large party.Between 16 to 20 officers are in self-isolation as a result, Vancouver Police Union president Ralph Kaiser said.

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More COVID-19 warnings posted for U.S. and Canadian flights to B.C.

B.C.’s top doctor says airlines are holding back information needed for contact tracing Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry said on Tuesday that the lack of contact information public health officials get from airlines “would shock you.”Henry said the airlines collect information for a different reason, which means health officials might get the name of the person or company who booked the ticket rather than the person who was actually on the flight.

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At least 45 cases of COVID-19 linked to Vancouver party

Global BC reporter Keith Baldrey asks provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry about reports of 45 cases of COVID-19 connected to a Vancouver party. Henry says an estimate of 1500 people are now in isolation connected to this event.

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B.C. officials report 47 cases of COVID-19, no additional deaths for a second straight day

B.C. health officials announce 47 new cases of COVID-19, and no additional deaths on Thursday, August 8.

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Mandatory masks to be required on all Metro Vancouver public transit amid COVID-19

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]The cards for exempt riders will be made available at Compass Customer Service Centres at Stadium-Chinatown and Waterfront Stations.Transit Police will be able to enforce the face coverings rule on transit but the initial focus of this policy will be on awareness and education.“Transit is an important service for many British Columbians. TransLink’s decision to make masks mandatory on their vehicles will help make transit safer for passengers, and we can make it safer for our fellow passengers when we wear a mask,” Provincial Health Officer Dr.

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B.C.’s top doctor addresses anxiety and fears of parents around back to school

Speaking to reporters at Tuesday’s COVID-19 presser, Dr.

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Should TransLink be more proactive about mandatory masks on Metro Vancouver buses and Skytrain?

Global BC reporter Keith Baldrey asks provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry about her thoughts about mask-wearing on public transit.

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Health officials to provide COVID-19 update following B.C. Day long weekend

novel coronavirus pandemic, following the B.C. Day long weekend.Provincial health officer Dr.

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Michael Buble headlines new Order of B.C. winners, Dr. Bonnie Henry still waiting

‘Kind, calm and safe’: Catch phrases one key to B.C.’s success managing COVID-19 Bauman could not speak directly to this year’s nominations because the nomination process is confidential.It is unknown whether anyone nominated Henry before the pandemic began.The committee did not consider either extending the nomination period or making special exceptions for individuals who have made an impact during the pandemic that would lead to deserving an Order of B.C.“Do we make exceptions to that? It’s in my experience that we do not.

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Coronavirus exposures reported on Calgary, Ottawa flights through Vancouver

Coronavirus exposures detected on two new flights through Vancouver Anyone who develops symptoms is urged to call 811 to arrange for a test immediately.On Thursday, provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry again expressed frustration over the difficulty of getting flight passengers’ contact information from airlines.“What’s actually in the booking system and the flight manifests don’t always line up and don’t always provide us with useful information,” said Henry.“What shows up on the flight manifest is a name, but not always how we can get in touch with them quickly.” Coronavirus: 7 more B.C.

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United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0

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