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43 new COVID-19 cases reported on Vancouver Island

B.C. health officials have confirmed 43 more cases of COVID-19 in the Vancouver Island region Tuesday.

Test kits sit on a table as healthcare professional Kenzie Anderson prepares to take a sample at a United Memorial Medical Center COVID-19 testing site Friday, June 26, 2020. (The Canadian Press)

Tougher COVID-19 restrictions in B.C., including travel, still 'on the table': Horgan

Further COVID-19 restrictions may be on the way for British Columbia, with the premier suggesting changes could come as early as Thursday.

Premier John Horgan answers questions from the media during a press conference following the speech from the throne in the legislative assembly in Victoria on February 12, 2019. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chad Hipolito)

B.C.'s ban on indoor dining being extended into May, restaurant industry says

British Columbia's temporary ban on indoor dining at restaurants is likely being extended into May, according to multiple industry groups.

Patrons sit between plexiglass barriers on the patio of a restaurant and bar in Vancouver, on Sunday, May 31, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

Man suffers serious injuries in Port Hardy machete attack

Mounties on Vancouver Island say there is no risk to the public after a Port Hardy man suffered serious injuries in a machete attack.

'The most bizarre thing I'd ever seen': Vancouver Island man spots sea lion along logging road

A Vancouver Island man had a surprising encounter with a sea lion along a logging road kilometres away from the nearest coastline.

'Understand your risks': Tsunami Preparedness Week kicks off on Vancouver Island

From April 12 to 16, emergency agencies will be providing tips on how to stay safe if massive damaging waves from a tsunami reach our shores.

Victoria reaches milestone in construction of new fire department headquarters

Workers have reached a milestone in the construction of Victoria’s new downtown fire department headquarters and emergency operations centre.

Man arrested after gunfire at Malahat campground

Mounties on Vancouver Island are considering criminal charges after a man reportedly fired a rifle at a Malahat campground.

B.C. lawyers' association refuses to cancel 'damaging' women's fashion seminar

More than two dozen young lawyers and articling students are urging the Canadian Bar Association to cancel a Vancouver-based seminar focussed on how women dress in the legal profession.

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Doctors' message for anyone worried by blood clot news: 'They're good vaccines'

In the wake of the first reported blood clot in Canada linked to the AstraZeneca vaccine, many doctors are emphasizing that undergoing the risk of an exceedingly rare adverse response to a vaccine is far more safe than risking contracting COVID-19.

A vial of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine, manufactured by the Serum Institute of India and provided through the global COVAX initiative, is removed from a portable cold storage box in preparation for a vaccination, in Machakos, Kenya, Wednesday, March 24, 2021. (AP / Brian Inganga)

Quebec woman has Canada's first reported blood clot linked to AstraZeneca vaccine

Canada reported its first case of vaccine-induced blood clots linked to the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine in a Quebec woman who is now said to be recovering at home.

Atlantic bubble bursts less than one week before planned reopening

The Council of Atlantic Premiers has confirmed that the Atlantic Bubble will not reopen on April 19 as planned.

'Prime suspect' arrested in 1996 disappearance of California student

The longtime suspect in the 25-year-old disappearance of California college student Kristin Smart was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of murder, and his father was booked in jail as an accessory to the crime.

Prince Philip's funeral to bring William, Harry back together

When Prince Philip's funeral takes place on Saturday, many will be watching for any signs of reconciliation between Prince Harry and the royal family, especially with his elder brother Prince William.