Thread by @richardzussman

NEW - British Columbia will be requiring proof of vaccination for people attending certain social and recreational settings and events. As of September 13, one dose of vaccine will be required for entry to these settings. #bcpoli

By October 24, entry to these settings will require people to be fully vaccinated at least seven days after receiving both doses. #bcpoli

Here is a full list of where vaccine will be required:

-Indoor ticketed sporting events
-Indoor concerts
-Indoor theatre/dance/symphony events
-Restaurants (indoor and patio dining)
-Night clubs
-Casinos
-Movie theatres
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Full list continued:
-Fitness centres/gyms (excluding youth recreational sport)
-Businesses offering indoor high-intensity group exercise activities
-Organized indoor events (eg. weddings, parties, conferences, meetings, workshops)
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This also includes "discretionary organized indoor group recreational classes and activities" #bcpoli

The province will be releasing full details on school later this week. #bcpoli

John Horgan - "This is the first time it has been tried, there may be some bumps along the road." #bcpoli

Proof of vaccination will also be required for people visiting from outside of B.C. using a provincially/territorially recognized official record alongside valid government ID from the jurisdiction. #bcpoli

For individuals visiting from outside of Canada, they will be required to show their proof of vaccination used to enter the country and their passport. #bcpoli

On workplace requirements, Dr. Henry says the employee/employer relationship is different. The province is working on COVID plans and working with WorkSafe on workplace. #bcpolib

On enforcement, Dr. Henry says the proof of immunization will have a picture on it. There will be enforcement support from by-law officers. #bcpoli

On whether this applies to faith based services, Dr. Henry says does not apply to faith services, retail, grocery stores and health services. #bcpoli

On vaccination for provincial government employees, Dix mentions long term care workers and the health care system. "We are starting there because it is where there is the highest risk." #bcpoli

On travelling to BC and proofing vaccine, Dix says they are working with other jurisdictions now. There will be a requirement to be vaccinated for those coming from outside the province. #bcpoli

On how long this will be in place, Dr. Henry says the intent is to keep this in place until January. "We will be reassessing through the fall." #bcpoli