Several members of a Kelowna, B.C., church with a history of defying public health orders have fallen ill with "a cold, the flu, or COVID" after attending a religious retreat, according to the church pastor. Interior Health told CBC News it is aware of the situation. As of Wednesday afternoon, an outbreak had not been declared, but Interior Health said if "broader risk to the community is determined," a public announcement would be made. Travel in and out of the Central Okanagan "should be avoided," according to Interior Health. The Kelowna Harvest Church was part of an unsuccessful court challenge earlier this year that sought to strike down restrictions against religious gatherings.

Source: CBC News September 02, 2021 12:00 UTC