Ottawa gives $175 million to BC company to develop COVID-19 vaccine
Government of Canada is giving $175.6 million to AbCellera Biologics, a Vancouver-based biotechnology company that researches and discovers next-generation antibody drugs to fight infection and disease.
Police seizes 1,500 unauthorized COVID-19 test kits
BC RCMP investigation has led to the seizure of 1,500 unauthorized COVID-19 test kits from a Richmond resident.
COVID-19: Free counselling service launched
Government of Canada has launched a new website dedicated to mental wellness.
Police detonate improvised explosive device in Downtown Vancouver
Vancouver Police said they have safely detonated a suspected improvised explosive device near Columbia and East Pender streets on Tuesday evening.
Cancer treatments will continue in BC
BC Cancer says cancer treatment will continue in the province, despite the challenges posed by COVID-19.
BC Hydro warns customers of an increase in scams
Since announcing its COVID-19 Relief Fund on April 1, BC Hydro has had over 500 reported incidents of attempted scams targeting its customers.
Province extends liquor store hours
Government of BC has temporarily extended hours of retail liquor service in the province to enhance physical distancing for seniors and people who are immuno-compromised.
26 rescued mini-horses adopted
As many as 26 mini-horses that were rescued by BC SPCA from the Interior in March have been adopted.
Temporary non-COVID hospital operational in Vancouver (VIDEO)
Vancouver Coastal Health has created a 271-bed temporary health site at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
BC parks closes all provincial parks
BC Parks is immediately closing all provincial parks in response to the widespread call for increased action to address COVID-19.











