BC Joint Statement: Dr. Bonnie Henry and Adrian Dix
New cases: 656 (3 epi-linked)
- Vancouver coastal health region: 140
- Fraser health region: 408
- Island health region: 10
- Interior health region: 83
- Northern health region: 15
- People who reside outside of Canada: 0
Total cases in B.C. since the start of the pandemic: 33,894
Active cases: 8,796
- 336 hospitalizations (76 in intensive care)
People under active public health monitoring: 10,123
Recoveries: 23,774
Deaths: 457
Health-care facility outbreaks:
- The Harrison at Elim Village
“As we acknowledge World AIDS Day and celebrate this Day of Giving, today is a day for kindness, compassion and giving back, despite the obstacles of COVID-19.
“It is a time for all of us to pause, to think about the many people throughout our province, our nation and the world who have been impacted by COVID-19 and other global epidemics. It is also a time to think about what we can do to make a difference.
“Let’s be resilient in face of this surge. United and together, let’s make an impact today through our own personal actions.
“Without exception, follow the provincial health officer’s orders in place. Remember that events, which refer to anything that gathers people together – whether on a one-time, regular or irregular basis – are not allowed for now. This includes religious, cultural or community events. Do not gather at home with anyone other than your household or core bubble.
“Let’s make today a day to slow community transmission and continue to protect everyone in our province.”