Latest BC Gov't Announcements on When Things Will Reopen

The BC Government releases their schedule letting us know what businesses can reopen and when, with some yet to be determined.

Mid-May:

— Restoration of health services including elective surgeries, dentistry, physiotherapy, registered massage therapy, chiropractors, physical therapy and speech therapy.

— The retail sector.

— Hair salons, barbers and other personal service establishments.

— In-person counseling.

— Restaurants, cafes, pubs, as long as there is sufficient distancing measures.

— Museums, art galleries, libraries.

— Office-based worksites.

— Recreation and sports.

— Parks, beaches and outdoor spaces.

— Transit services.

— Child care.

June:

— Hotels and resorts

— Some overnight camping will be allowed in parks.

— Film industry, beginning with domestic productions, in June and July.

July:

— Movies and symphony, but not large concerts.

September:

— Post-secondary education, with a mix of online and in-class.

— Kindergarten to Grade 12.

To Be Determined:

— Night clubs, casinos and bars.

— Restrictions on large gatherings of 50 or more will remain in place.

— Conventions and professional sports and concerts with live audiences.

— International tourism.