TransLink reduces frequencies across services due to plummeting demand
Frequency reductions on buses, SkyTrain, and SeaBus.
WestJet cuts its domestic flight frequencies by a further 50%
The changes will last for at least a month.
City of Vancouver to set fines, penalties on businesses violating coronavirus measures
"Many people still think the rules do not apply to them. So we're done asking nicely," said Mayor Stewart.
Nova Scotia bans groups of more than 5 people as state of emergency declared
$1,000 fines for violating social distance, and mandatory 14-day self-isolation for all visitors.
BC government providing all distilleries with permission to produce hand sanitizer
"Everyone must do their part to fight COVID-19."
IOC is now seriously considering postponing the Tokyo 2020 Olympics
A decision will be made within four weeks, and cancellation is not a scenario.
Local residents want White Rock Pier closed to help prevent coronavirus spread
"Social distancing is not being taken seriously and is blatantly being ignored."
Rainfall in Metro Vancouver this week could encourage social distancing
The weather is finally on our side to get people to stay home. 🏠
BC Housing temporarily bans any evictions for subsidized and social housing
Evictions would likely place a greater burden on other social services.
BC Ferries ridership falls by 40%, prompting reduced frequencies throughout April
Reduced services for Metro Vancouver to Vancouver Island routes throughout April.
BC government issues warning for Asian giant hornets in Metro Vancouver
These invasive species are nearly 4 cm in length.
TransLink implements free bus transit and rear-door boarding
Metro Vancouver has free bus services until further notice.
Ferries in False Creek and New Westminster suspend their operations
"Social distancing simply isn’t possible on a 6 metre ferry."
BC Ferries reduces food service options even further to promote social distancing
A minimal level of food and retail services has been retained.
Canada's Foreign Affairs Minister being tested for coronavirus
He recently returned from Europe, and is now self-isolating.
BC Transit offering free rides on Victoria and Nanaimo services during pandemic
And rear door boarding to allow social distancing.
Metro Vancouver real estate brokers cancelling open houses
The real estate industry is changing its operations in response to coronavirus.