Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation, and Lana Popham, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Fisheries, have issued the following statement in response to the U.S. International Trade Commission’s (ITC) global safeguard investigations into the imports of blueberries.
“This year has been challenging for many of us. We have experienced a global pandemic that has threatened our health, our economy, and our very way of life. We have seen acts of senseless violence that have devastating impacts on our communities. And, we have heard heartbreaking stories and calls for justice from racialized Canadians and Indigenous peoples, demanding that we act now to address racism, discrimination, and injustices in our country.
Two patients have tested positive for COVID-19. The outbreak is limited to the hospital’s general rehab unit, which is temporarily closed to admissions. The hospital, including the Emergency Department, remains fully operational.
On December 27, 2020 at approximately 9:30 p.m., an older model, white cargo van with black writing on the rear driver’s side panel was…
Fraser Health has declared a COVID-19 outbreak over at Fort Langley Seniors Community in Fort Langley. With the implementation of comprehensive strategies to prevent and respond to COVID-19 in care facilities, there are no longer any COVID-19 cases at this location.
People in Burnaby living with severe mental health challenges will soon have access to a broader range of specialized supports with the assembly of a new Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team.
Delta Police were contacted by the Delta Fire Department shortly after 11 pm Dec. 27, about a fire in the 4800 block of Delta St, in the downtown core of Ladner.
“In a country with over 70% of the population in the agricultural and its allied sectors, the past few weeks have been increasingly difficult with farmer suicide rates on the rise and violence in the face of peaceful protests. Pageant women have a unique ability to bring attention to issues and also, gain widespread support – financially and otherwise – within their communities. We know we have this unique platform and we are passionate about using it for what we believe in strongly,” says Serene Singh, the project’s founder.
In celebration of their 27th anniversary, Yaohan Centre made a generous $3,000 donation to Richmond Hospital Foundation. Yaohan Centre is one of the earliest Asian Malls developed in Richmond, B.C.
From December 18, 2020, to April 18, 2021, guests will be able to take part in the Giving Tree initiative by reserving a unique dining experience within a heated Fever-Tree Dome, including a curated menu and exclusive Fever-Tree cocktail list.
As Dr. Henry mentioned, the vaccine manufacturers Pfizer and Moderna have provided guidance on how to safely transport the approved vaccines. This means that as deliveries increase in the coming weeks, the vaccine will increasingly be available in more location including long term care homes.