British Columbians wanting to visit places like restaurants and sports arenas will soon have to prove they have each had at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, now that the province has become the fourth jurisdiction in Canada to adopt some version of a vaccine passport.
On Monday, the provincial government announced a new “vaccine card,” to be launched on Sept. 13. It will apply to what the province calls “a broad range of social, recreational, and discretionary events and businesses.”
The new system will allow people to show proof of vaccination on their phones or by calling a confidential hotline. It will not apply to places of worship or venues that provide essential services, such as grocery stores or hospitals.
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