Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

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The province announced $10 million on Friday to enhance infection prevention and control equipment in B.C. seniors homes, 22 of which have had outbreaks of COVID-19.

A national research organization is calling on businesses to knock on its door if they have an idea to help combat COVID-19.

As much of society is shifting to the virtual world to connect amid the COVID-19 crisis, so too are doctors.

A commentary by a Victoria lawyer These are challenging times that test our character, both as individuals and as a society. Traditionally, Canadians meet these types of challenges by pulling together.

Unable to make donations to local food banks and shelters, a Greater Victoria man is delivering free dog and cat food door-to-door to those in need.

U.S. President Donald Trump's clampdown on the export of surgical-grade face masks that are critical in the fight against the new coronavirus is wrong, British Columbia's health minister said Friday.

There are 53 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in B.C., bringing the total to 1,174. Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry made the announcement Friday in Victoria. Island Health has 74 confirmed cases, up two from Thursday.

While provincial and federal governments try to address the broad needs of Canadians, First Nations leaders on Vancouver Island are working quickly to meet the needs specific to their communities.

I was criticized for wearing a mask Yesterday, while on the beach, I was called out for wearing a mask (which a friend made for me). Really?!! Wearing a mask during a pandemic? What an outrageous concept.