'The roaring 2020s': Many COVID-19 restrictions lift in B.C., but vaccine passport remains
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Several COVID-19 restrictions have officially lifted in B.C., allowing nightclubs to reopen, weddings to resume and event venues to operate at full capacity.
Several COVID-19 restrictions have officially lifted in B.C., allowing nightclubs to reopen, weddings to resume and event venues to operate at full capacity.
The rule change came into effect at 11:59 p.m. Wednesday and allowed many activities that have been off limits since December to start up again. For some industries, the restrictions have gone for much longer.
"I believe all British Columbians have gone through tremendous times over the past two years, all of us have made sacrifices," Premier John Horgan said when the changes were announced Tuesday.
"I believe it's that collective effort that's put us in the position today where we can relieve these restrictions and look forward to better days ahead."
Under the new COVID-19 measures, bars and nightclubs can reopen, with patrons dancing and mingling between tables.
"It was emotional for so many people in this industry, definitely the best, best news we've heard," said Paul Stoilen of Bar None Wednesday night.
"People like to stand up and move their hips. It'll be like the roaring 2020s."
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