British Columbians can gather outside in groups of up to 10 people, effective immediately, following four months of restrictions on social gatherings. Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry amended her public health order Thursday, which had banned outdoor gatherings since November and allowed residents to only meet outside for walks. The new guidelines mean families can have play dates and friends can meet outside for a coffee, she said. Henry advised people should stick to the same group of people, rather than meet with several different groups. The P1 variant cases are linked to a cluster in the Vancouver Coastal Health region.

Source: CBC News March 11, 2021 20:33 UTC