Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

People suffering because of a surgery that was cancelled to make room for a potential surge in COVID-19 cases can contact their surgeons to be re-evaluated, says the CEO of Island Health.

After an hour of bewildering debate, Saanich council over-ruled Mayor Fred Haynes and ditched his plan to cancel amalgamation talks with Victoria due to the pandemic.

Victoria designer Jimbo was working on a collection for Vancouver Fashion Week before the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Now he’s using his skills to make masks that have proved wildly popular, and he’s turning success into a good deed.

Most local businesses are suffering these days, and many will close permanently as a result of the COVID-19 lockdowns. These businesses are run by your friends and neighbours, and their loss would change Greater Victoria.

Donate online at RapidReliefFund.ca . More options below. Sandra Richardson looked down at the little girl coming through the food distribution lineup with her mom at Reynolds Secondary School two weeks ago. “She said: ‘Today’s my birthday.

Victoria Police Chief Del Manak is seeking more officers to deal with a crime wave near Topaz Park where people without homes are staying in tents during the COVID-19 outbreak.

The 50th anniversary of Earth Day will be eclipsed by the COVID-19 pandemic. There won’t be any exuberant marches or rallies celebrating environmental protection.

Victoria residents will soon have an easier time keeping their distance from one another while walking or shopping during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Several golf courses on Vancouver Island have re-opened with strict precautions amid the COVID-19 pandemic. “It’s controlled enjoyment,” said Patrick Chury, general manager of Gorge Vale.

You can forget heading down to the lawn of the B.C. legislature for a big Canada Day celebration this year. With provincial health officer Dr.