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Petition calls for mandatory mask usage in all public spaces in B.C.

Petition calls for mandatory mask usage in all public spaces in B.C.

'We have the opportunity to significantly curb the growth of this second wave, but the BC Health Ministry is afraid of the backlash they may receive for mandating mask usage.'
RCMP tells Instagram users to back off Coquitlam SAR in case of missing hiker

RCMP tells Instagram users to back off Coquitlam SAR in case of missing hiker

Hundreds of posts from multiple accounts have implored the volunteer rescue group to continue looking for the missing Coquitlam man, something police say is 'not helpful.'
Videos: Police using armoured vehicle surround Richmond home during arrest

Videos: Police using armoured vehicle surround Richmond home during arrest

A major police incident led to sections of Richmond city centre being cordoned off last night. Around 7:30 p.m.
BCCDC warns of COVID-19 exposure on 9 more B.C. flights

BCCDC warns of COVID-19 exposure on 9 more B.C. flights

COVID-19 exposure alerts have been issued for nine more flights through B.C. The six domestic and three international flights were added to the B.C. Centre for Disease Control’s online list of public exposures this week.
BCTF says federal funding should be spent on physical distancing, smaller class sizes

BCTF says federal funding should be spent on physical distancing, smaller class sizes

The $242 million in federal funding earmarked for B.C.’s return to in-class instruction should be used to decrease class sizes and promote physical distancing, according to the B.C. Teachers Federation (BCTF). That funding is B.C.
Dog rescues 10-year-old boy after he was attacked by cougar in Lillooet

Dog rescues 10-year-old boy after he was attacked by cougar in Lillooet

A 10-year-old boy is lucky to have escaped serious injury after being attacked by a cougar northwest of Lillooet. The attack took place Monday afternoon outside a remote family cabin near Marshall Lake.
Stop kissing and wear a mask during sex to prevent COVID-19, says Tam

Stop kissing and wear a mask during sex to prevent COVID-19, says Tam

Start with trust and monitoring for symptoms. Then wear a mask, use a condom and no kissing.
Update: Richmond School District turns down parents’ request to create ‘Burkeville bubble’

Update: Richmond School District turns down parents’ request to create ‘Burkeville bubble’

The Richmond School District has denied an appeal by Burkville residents to use Sea Island elementary to create a “Burkeville bubble” this fall.
Crisis Centre on hand 24-7 as COVID-19 takes a toll on our mental health

Crisis Centre on hand 24-7 as COVID-19 takes a toll on our mental health

With World Suicide Prevention Day coming up Sept. 10, the Crisis Centre of B.C. is reminding people that support is as close as a phone call - or a text
New mental health, addictions help coming to Richmond School District

New mental health, addictions help coming to Richmond School District

A new mental health and addictions initiative will help combat the stigma and shame that students in Richmond may feel when reaching out for help, and ensure they get that help immediately.