COVID-19 Update April 3, 2020:
📊 There are 53 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in BC for a total of 1174. There are 412 confirmed cases in the Fraser Health region.
✅ The Province is partnering with the BC Care Providers Association (BCCPA) to launch EquipCare BC to help seniors in long-term care and assisted living homes. EquipCare BC will provide $10 million to enhance infection prevention and control, and improve quality and safety in long-term care and assisted living homes throughout the province.
🟥 Four more people have passed away in BC due to COVID-19. There have now been 35 deaths in BC due to COVID-19. I wish to again extend my condolences to all of the families as they mourn in this incredibly difficult time.
📚 The province is increasing emergency supports for Indigenous students at public post-secondary education institutions. This non-repayable emergency fund will help students with essentials for their health and well-being such as groceries, living expenses, and transportation.
I am so proud of how we have come together as a community during this extraordinary time. Every passing day is critical for how this pandemic will unfold in our province. We must stay 100% committed to social distancing. I know we are up to the challenge.
Stay safe. Stay well. Stay home.
CTV News: BC health officials announce 4 more COVID-19 deaths, 53 cases.
For more information on today’s announcements regarding EquipCare BC, please visit: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2020HLTH0121-000628
For more information on today’s announcement regarding emergency supports for Indigenous students, please visit: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2020AEST0022-000623
For more information on Provincial government supports, please visit this link: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-preparedness-response-recovery/covid-19-provincial-support