RCMP say they will be closely monitoring the Big White Ski Resort near Kelowna on New Year's Eve, after 111 cases of COVID-19 have been linked to the small community. Officers will patrol the ski resort on New Year's Eve to ensure the public is following provincial health orders, RCMP said in a statement. So far, there have been only a few COVID-19 related police calls at Big White, and none have required enforcement action, according to Sgt. On Tuesday, officials announced 15 new cases linked to the Big White outbreak. Big White Ski Resort says it will not be hosting any of its annual New Year's Eve celebrations, including its annual firework displays.

Source: CBC News December 31, 2020 19:18 UTC