Starting immediately on Monday, March 21, 2022, rapid antigen test kits will be available to people aged 30 years and older through community pharmacies. Eligible individuals can pick up one kit of five tests every 28 days from participating pharmacies …
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B.C. takes next step in balanced plan to lift COVID-19 restrictions
As people in B.C. continue to step up and become vaccinated in record numbers, COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations have decreased, leading the provincial health officer to lift additional public health orders. As of Friday, March 11, 2022, B.C.’s indoor mask …
Rapid tests for people 60+ at pharmacies
Starting March 7, 2022, rapid antigen test kits will be available through community pharmacies to people aged 60 and older. Eligible individuals can pick up one kit containing five tests every 28 days from participating pharmacies at no cost. Individuals …
COVID-19 rapid tests for people 70+ to be available at pharmacies
People aged 70 years and older will soon have access to rapid antigen tests through community pharmacies at no cost. “We started using rapid tests to protect those most vulnerable in our province, including those in long-term care, and now …
British Columbians’ COVID-19 efforts allow easing of restrictions
British Columbia’s provincial health officer is easing COVID-19 restrictions while maintaining key protective measures to support the health and safety of all British Columbians. While keeping the BC Vaccine Card, indoor masking requirements and COVID-19 safety plans in place, the …
Supports for youth in care extended another year
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COVID-19 ICBC customer rebates to average $190
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B.C. takes next steps to protect people with COVID-19 vaccine rollout plan
British Columbians are a step closer to receiving their COVID-19 immunizations, with additional details and timelines released for the largest and most complex immunization plan to ever roll out in B.C. Premier John Horgan; Adrian Dix, Minister of Health; Dr. …
Work Experience Opportunities Grant supports inclusive economic recovery
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