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LATEST NEWS HEADLINES
Vancouver
21 deaths included in latest B.C. COVID-19 update, highest single-day total in over a year
Twenty-one more COVID-19 related deaths were reported in B.C. on Wednesday, the highest single-day total the province has added to its death toll since December 2020.
Calls for B.C. to repeal COVID-19-related disability 'clawback'
The B.C. government is under pressure to reconsider a change that means some people on disability are getting less money – despite the government's vow to support them through the pandemic.
Push to destigmatize mental health as young people struggle through pandemic
The pandemic has taken a toll on many people’s mental health, but the impacts have been especially devastating for youths in and out of foster care.
VANCOUVER ISLAND
5 new COVID-19 deaths confirmed in Island Health
Five deaths related to COVID-19 were confirmed in the Vancouver Island region Wednesday, according to the B.C. Ministry of Health.
B.C. forest watchdog recommends improving forest management to protect water
British Columbia's forest watchdog has identified four key areas where the management of forestry practices can negatively affect water and outlines potential opportunities for the province to improve regulations.
B.C. government to distribute 250K rapid antigen tests to child-care providers
The British Columbia government says it will distribute up to 250,000 rapid COVID-19 antigen tests to provincially funded child-care providers.
Inside CTV News Vancouver
Sponsored | Wondering which dairy alternative is best for the environment?
While there are many ways we can live more sustainably, a popular option is to adjust our diet to include more plant-based foods - like oat milk.
Here's a list of mental health resources in B.C.
Whether you need help from a professional or just want to read up on wellness, there are several mental health resources available in B.C.
Lifetime teaching ban for B.C. man convicted on child porn charge
A former elementary school teacher from Surrey, B.C., who was convicted of possessing child pornography has been banned from teaching for life.
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B.C. extends vaccine passport system through June 2022
British Columbia residents will need to bring their vaccine card with them through to the end of June if they want to access indoor spaces, restaurants or most events, says the provincial health officer.
B.C. to receive 10M rapid tests in next 3 weeks, 5M less than previously expected
Millions of rapid tests are expected to arrive in B.C. within the next few weeks, but it's significantly less than what was previously expected last week.
Potential remains found in 93 spots at B.C. residential school, but some children will be unaccounted for even after investigation
An initial report into an investigation at a former residential school in British Columbia suggests the remains of dozens of people may be buried at the site.
