Restrictions and safety measures that aren’t changing

Restrictions and safety measures that remain in place will be reviewed in March and April 2022.

• Masks required in all indoor public settings
• Showing proof of vaccination to access many businesses, events and services
• Businesses must have a COVID-19 safety plan
• Restrictions on visitors to long-term care and assisted living facilities
• Restrictions on worship services
• Restrictions on child and youth overnight camps
• K to 12 and child care safety guidelines

Restrictions that are changing

Starting February 16 at 11:59 pm, many restrictions will be eased. With proof of vaccination and masks, these activities can return to normal.

• No restrictions on indoor and outdoor personal gatherings
• Full capacity allowed for:
  • Indoor and outdoor organized events
  • Indoor events at venues
  • Exercise and fitness, adult sports activities, tournaments and swimming pools
• Full capacity and fewer restrictions in restaurants, bars, pubs and nightclubs:
  • No limits on table size
  • Normal liquor service hours
  • Customers don’t have to remain seated
• Dancing is allowed when wearing a mask indoors

Sources: Government of BC