By Carl Meyer, National Observer, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Harbour authorities in Victoria and Vancouver say they support the Canadian government’s decision to ban large cruise ships through October, as Ottawa continues to restrict activities that could put people at risk of becoming infected with the coronavirus.
Continue reading BC Harbours Ban Large Cruise Ships Through OctoberCampbell River Mirror, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Zeballos has asked visitors to stay home and not visit the community over the upcoming Victoria Day long weekend.
Continue reading Zeballos Asks Visitors To Stay HomeNational Observer, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
B.C. tourism operators being crushed by COVID-19 are hopeful but confused about how the critical summer season will unfold after the province unveiled its plan to reopen the economy on Wednesday.
Continue reading Tourism Operators Wrestling With BC’s Reopening PlanCampbell River Mirror, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Wilderness tourism operator, Strathcona Park Lodge and Outdoor Education Centre has seen a steep dip in business as the province battles with COVID-19.
Continue reading Strathcona Park Lodge Optimistic About FutureThe main topics at the fourth Cortes Virtual Conference were housing and employing people on priority community initiatives. The meeting started fourteen minutes late, but (thanks to Ayton Novak) with a polish that was not present in previous meetings. The proceedings started with a series of community updates.
Continue reading The Fourth Cortes Virtual Conference
