BRITISH Columbians who are recovering from COVID-19 now have access to three post-COVID-19 recovery clinics at St. Paul’s Hospital (SPH), Vancouver General Hospital (VGH), and the Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre in Surrey. In addition to the direct care provided to patients, the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) has provincial oversight for coordination and for integrating knowledge and best …

By Dr. Bonnie Henry  Provincial Health Officer  THE COVID-19 pandemic has been incredibly difficult for all of us, and each day I am grateful for the sacrifices people have made, and continue to make, to keep their friends, family and neighbours safe. We are all eager to put the pandemic behind us, and the approval of two safe and effective vaccines for use in Canada …

New York, Jan 20 (IANS) A few minutes before noon on Wednesday, Joe Biden became the 46th President of the United States, declaring that “democracy has prevailed” and urging Americans to “lower the temperaturea as he came to power in a deeply divided country riven by multiple crises. At age 78, Biden is the oldest US President to be inaugurated. Light …

New York, Jan 20 (IANS) Moments before 11.45 a.m. on Wednesday on a gorgeous winter morning, Kamala Harris was sworn in as the US’ first woman, first Indian and Black American Vice President. She is now the highest-ranking woman ever to serve in American government.Harris has shattered the barrier that has kept women from the highest rungs of power in the …

With the introduction of ICBC’s new Enhanced Care coverage in May 2021, drivers will save on average 20 per cent on their combined basic and optional vehicle insurance. As a key part of these savings, the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) has approved, on an interim basis, a 15 per cent decrease to basic insurance rates – the largest reduction to basic …

PEOPLE with developmental disabilities who are eligible for Community Living BC (CLBC) services will get support to return to the workforce and increase their digital literacy, the Province announced. The support comes from a $10-million investment from the Province to expand contracted employment services. “Many people with developmental disabilities are precariously employed,” said Nicholas Simons, Minister of Social Development and Poverty …

Start your New Year with laughter, by tuning into Why Not Theatre’sA Brimful of Asha; a hilarious, awkward, and true story of generation and culture clash. This show is part of SCT’s successful Digital Stage initiative that supports local and Canadian performances that audiences can enjoy from the comfort and safety of their own homes. Featuring real-life mother and son, …

WITH the arrival of the first COVID-19 vaccines in Canada, most are eager to roll up their sleeves. But not every Canadian is feeling confident about getting the jab. According to a recent survey conducted by Angus Reid, less than two thirds of Canadians surveyed said they would get the vaccine right away. Twenty-three per cent indicated they would prefer to wait, while …

New York, Jan 14 (IANS) Less than 24 hours ago, when Donald John Trump became the first President in the 244-year history of the United States to have been impeached twice, it was a historic rebuke. On January 13, 2021, Trump was charged with “incitement of insurrection” over the deadly siege of the US Capitol a week ago as his presidency …

New York, Jan 13 (IANS) Less than a week after a deadly January 6 attack on the US Capitol by a pro Trump mob, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is already poring over 100,000 pieces of digital media to piece together the blow by blow of the mayhem which killed 5 people, including a police officer. The US Justice Department …