Creston, BC – July 28, 2020: This week is going to be HOT with temperatures of 35° C and above forecasted for the remainder of the week. While many of us are heading outdoors to visit with friends and family in settings that allow for physical distancing, doing so in extreme heat creates it’s own challenge. Remember to protect yourself from the sun and stay in the shade, wear a hat and protective clothing, including sunscreen. Seek cooler, breezier areas when you are outdoors and enjoy some nice shade trees. Stay hydrated, drinking water regularly and please do not leave your pets alone in a parked car for any length of time. For more information on staying safe and cool, please visit: http://www.bccdc.ca/about/news-stories/stories/2020/warm-weather-safety-in-a-time-of-covid-19
Amended Order for Mass Gatherings: The Provincial Health Officer’s Orders on mass gatherings has been amended to limit the number of people in vacation accommodations, including houses, cabins, yurts and boat rentals as well as hotel rooms. A maximum of five individuals may attend a social gathering or an event in a vacation accommodation, in addition to the occupants. To read the order: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/health/about-bc-s-health-care-system/office-of-the-provincial-health-officer/covid-19/covid-19-pho-order-gatherings-events.pdf
Province Provides Support to Sports Organizations: The Province announced $1.5 million in funding to help local sport organizations with fixed costs during the pandemic. “We want people of all ages, backgrounds and levels of ability to be able to gain the physical and mental benefits sport offers,” said Lisa Beare, Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture. “People in the sport community have felt the effects of COVID-19 profoundly. This funding will help local organizations pay their bills and keep our communities active.” Federally, Canadian Heritage is also investing $3.4 million in sports organizations in British Columbia to support BC’s provincial, disability and multi-sport organizations To read more, please visit: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2020TAC0041-001395
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