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UPDATED: Saanich police front counter now closed to public

As part of its COVID-19 pandemic plan, police encourage public to call non-emergency line

Mar 20, 2020 11:20 AM Read more >

Island Health has 96 ICU beds and 140 ventilators if needed

Hospitals are ready to respond with pandemic protocols

Mar 20, 2020 9:30 AM Read more >

UVic confirms COVID-19 diagnosis of student living off-campus

Risk of community transmission low, says Island Health

Mar 20, 2020 6:49 AM Read more >

Pregnant in a pandemic: expectant mothers change birth plans due to COVID-19

Many moms switching to home births, while others must head into the delivery room without support

Mar 20, 2020 6:00 AM Read more >

Dutch stockpile cannabis, French red wine during COVID-19 crisis

Public health officials, politicians continue to denounce hoarding

Mar 20, 2020 5:30 AM Read more >

UPDATED: Health care workers bring COVID-19 assistance to Langford residents

‘Let us come to you,’ says pharmacist Michael Forbes

Mar 20, 2020 5:15 AM Read more >

VicPD evaluating protocols in response to COVID-19

Police pull back on special projects and duties to reprioritize efforts

Mar 20, 2020 5:00 AM Read more >

7-Eleven Canada announces confirmed case of COVID-19 at Ladysmith 7-Eleven

Anyone who may have visited Ladysmith 7-Eleven between March 5 and March 11 is asked to call 811

Mar 19, 2020 10:15 PM Read more >

UPDATED: West Shore RCMP arrest suspect in Langford for discharging firearm outdoors

Police say public remains safe

Mar 19, 2020 8:30 PM Read more >

COVID-19: Ucluelet calls on visitors to postpone trips to the West Coast

“We recommend you delay your holidays until further notice.”

Mar 19, 2020 7:25 PM Read more >