With many stores along Vancouver’s popular Robson Street shopping district boarded up, some retailers are urging the city to close the artery to vehicles to give pedestrians more space and […]
Canada Day celebration in Kelowna cancelled due to coronavirus
The long-running, massive birthday party to mark Canada Day has been cancelled in the Okanagan’s largest city this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “Despite our hope that we could […]
COVID-19: Struggling B.C. wedding industry urges couples to postpone, not cancel
Businesses belonging to B.C.’s vibrant wedding industry are searching for ways to remain afloat with a summer of diminishing ceremonies ahead under the COVID-19 pandemic. Florists, DJs, planners, rental companies, […]
Crisis line serving the Okanagan sees record call volume during COVID-19 pandemic
There are signs that everything we’re going through during the COVID-19 pandemic, from job losses to social isolation, is taking a toll on our mental health. A crisis line that […]
B.C First Nation chiefs demand halt to Coastal GasLink pipeline work amid COVID-19
B.C. First Nations leaders are urging the provincial and federal governments to shut down construction of the Coastal GasLink pipeline in northern B.C. during the COVID-19 pandemic. In an open […]
Coronavirus prompts changes to Canada Post in the Okanagan
Canada Post is warning its Okanagan customers to double-check its retail outlets’ hours amid the coronavirus outbreak. It said that many post offices will reduce hours of service, opening one […]
Tips to support small business during the coronavirus crisis
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is urging consumers to help local businesses through the novel coronavirus pandemic. With many businesses forced to temporarily shut their doors, many are facing uncertain […]
Coronavirus: Okanagan municipalities close parks, playgrounds
As the response to the coronavirus pandemic evolves rapidly, some municipalities in the Okanagan are closing playgrounds and parks. At her Monday update, provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry said […]
What coronavirus financial supports are available for British Columbians
With tens of thousands of British Columbians facing layoffs, work stoppages or business closures due to the novel coronavirus pandemic, many are wondering how they will make ends meet. Both […]
Okanagan, B.C. residents struggle to return to Canada amid outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic
As the federal government advises Canadians abroad think about returning to this country as soon as possible, some Okanagan residents have been able to get back while others have found […]