On Oct. 7, B.C. announced 115 new cases of COVID-19, with 1,387 active cases and 8,296 recoveries. 

Right now, there are 72 people in the hospital with COVID-19, with 15 of these in intensive care. No new deaths were reported; the total remains at 244. 

In the Northern Health region, there’s one person in the hospital and intensive care. There was one new COVID-19 cases reported, and 14 are active. There’s been a total of 308 recoveries and three deaths since the beginning of the pandemic.  

Dr. Bonnie Henry, provincial health officer, reminds British Columbians to look at the positives this holiday weekend. 

“As we come up to Thanksgiving this weekend, it’s important to remember while many things have changed and we have faced many challenges, we still have much to be thankful for. 

“Let’s show our gratitude by doing a small kindness for a friend, neighbour or family member. Reaching out virtually or by phone, helping with a small task or a sending a care package tells people in your life and community that you care. We’re all in this together, and we have come this far by supporting each other while staying apart. 

“Kindness counts. What we do today directly influences the well-being of our communities tomorrow, so let’s continue to do our part to protect ourselves and each other – each day and every day.” 

Read the full update HERE.