Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

Victorians have once again shown that they are ready for the fight as they raised more than $1 million for the Rapid Relief Fund in just 36 hours.

Sandra Richardson is CEO of the Victoria Foundation. When the Victoria Foundation was established in 1936, it was because of community need.

A $5-billion outlay by government isn’t as uncommon as it used to be, but it’s still hard to visualize. Premier John Horgan and Finance Minister Carole James committed that amount Monday to a COVID-19 action plan.

Island Health is emphasizing the need to avoid social gatherings to limit the spread of COVID-19.

The transfer of seniors into a new long-term care home in Victoria has been put on hold, and the facility could be used to help free up space in hospitals during the COVID-19 outbreak, Island Health confirmed Monday.

The City of Victoria will allow people without homes to set up temporary shelters at Beacon Hill and Topaz parks in a move aimed at curbing the spread of COVID-19, Mayor Lisa Helps confirmed on Monday. As well, B.C.

The B.C. government has introduced a $5-billion COVID-19 action plan to address immediate needs in the B.C. economy. The response includes $2.8 billion to support individuals and services, and $2.

Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry has announced 48 new case of COVID-19 in B.C. since the last update on Saturday, bringing the total number of cases to 472.

B.C. provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry is telling the construction sector to institute more safety protocols, increase cleaning stations and boost signs on job sites to protect workers.

Restaurants will be allowed to deliver alcohol along with meals, says B.C.'s attorney general. David Eby announced the change Sunday to reinforce social distancing orders and help support workers in the restaurant industry.