B.C. Lifting Mask Requirement on March 11, 2022

 

Starting March 11, 2022 at 12:01 am, because of B.C.'s lowered hospitalization and transmission rates, these activities can return to normal:

  • Masks no longer required in public indoor settings under a public health order

  • Masks are encouraged on public transit and BC Ferries, but not required

  • Individual businesses and event organizers can choose to continue requiring masks on their premises

  • Masks are still required for federally regulated travel, like air travel

  • No restrictions on worship service capacity

  • Overnight camps for children and youth allowed

By March 18, there will be no visitor limits at long-term care and seniors' assisted living facilities.

When K to 12 schools return from spring break, masks will no longer be required for students, staff and visitors.

On April 8, 2022 at 12:01 am, further restrictions will be lifted:

  • Proof of vaccination will no longer be required to access businesses, events and services

    • Individual businesses and event organizers can choose to continue requiring proof of vaccination for entry

    • Proof of vaccination is still required for federally regulated travel, like air travel

  • Businesses will no longer need a COVID-19 safety plan. They must follow communicable disease guidance from WorkSafeBC

  • Proof of vaccination will no longer be required for post-secondary student housing

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