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Proof of COVID-19 vaccination now required in BC for social, recreational events

CKTZ News, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

With the number of COVID-19 cases continuing to escalate, the provincial government is requiring people to produce proof of vaccination.

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Number of Vancouver Island COVID-19 cases on the rise again

CKTZ News, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Amidst reports of a fourth wave of COVID-19 infections, the numbers of active cases on Vancouver Island is once again rising.

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Wildfire evacuation alert for southern Sonora Island residents

CKTZ News, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

The Strathcona Regional District (SRD) issued a wildfire evacuation alert for Sonora Island residents south of Hyacinth and Dorr Lakes. The alert is currently just a precaution, but residents are asked to prepare to leave their homes on short notice.

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Wegg named Green Party candidate for North Island-Powell River

CKTZ News, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Human rights lawyer and climate activist Jessica Wegg will be the Green Party candidate for North Island-Powell River during the next federal election. 

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