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Businesses blast B.C.'s COVID-19 consultation record

Businesses blast B.C.'s COVID-19 consultation record

Late August mask mandate is the latest surprise for business groups in the province.
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Squamish backcountry rave shut down by resource officers

Squamish backcountry rave shut down by resource officers

The Forest Cat Festival was set to entertain 150 attendees with 50 performers at Raffuse Creek Recreation site; the event is postponed to 2022.
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60% of Squamish locals who voted say they support the use of vaccine passports: Poll

60% of Squamish locals who voted say they support the use of vaccine passports: Poll

The Squamish Chief polled 350 readers and asked the question: Do you support the use of vaccine passports in B.C. for sporting events, concerts, gyms?
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COVID-19 cases decline, but serious infections rise in B.C.

COVID-19 cases decline, but serious infections rise in B.C.

Unvaccinated people continue to drive infections and hospitalizations.
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Vaccine passports: Expert says B.C. should be 'on standby to get hacked'

Vaccine passports: Expert says B.C. should be 'on standby to get hacked'

Expert warning comes after hackers targeted Quebec's systems.
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New and serious COVID-19 cases rise across B.C.

New and serious COVID-19 cases rise across B.C.

New cases, hospitalizations and ICU patient counts hit new months-high levels August 27.
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More Sea to Sky kids missed school during the pandemic than in other years, right?

More Sea to Sky kids missed school during the pandemic than in other years, right?

The data shows fewer absences, but there are some unique reasons for this: data technician.
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Businesses that resist vaccine passport program could be forced to close: B.C. government

Businesses that resist vaccine passport program could be forced to close: B.C. government

More details about the program will be released before Sept. 13.
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Daily COVID-19 case counts in B.C. highest since May 1

Daily COVID-19 case counts in B.C. highest since May 1

The 724 new infections detected in the past day is at the highest level since May 1.
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'Everything is changing': Unvaccinated British Columbians get first dose

'Everything is changing': Unvaccinated British Columbians get first dose

Unvaccinated British Columbians cite a number of reasons for waiting. For some, a new proof of vaccination plan is finally driving them to get their first jab.
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