British Columbia health officials say a man has died of the new coronavirus at a care centre in North Vancouver. The death at the Lynn Valley care centre is believed to be the first COVID-19 death in Canada. British Columbia Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry says the man was in his eighties and had underlying health conditions. “Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family and loved ones, and also of course to the staff who provided him care and to his home at the Lynn Valley care centre,” Henry said. Dix said of those people, 16 had some contact with Iran, five with China, and several are connected to the Lynn Valley care centre.

Source: National Post March 09, 2020 12:40 UTC