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With the Omicron variant of COVID-19 surging in the province, B.C.'s top doctor is urging businesses to have contingencies plans, in case as much as one third of their workforce is off sick.
LANGFORD -- V2V Black Hops Brewing is a locally owned brewery in the West Shore. It’s an establishment owned by a veteran that’s known for donating a portion of its profits to organizations that help veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder. Now, the brewery is the one that’s in need of help. “You know, I’m looking at potential bankruptcy or filing a consumer proposal if I don’t make this,” said Graham Hafey, owner of V2V Black Hops Brewing in Langford. V2V Black Hops is in jeopardy of having to close its doors for good as it can’t qualify for crucial gov...
VICTORIA -- Restaurants have taken a huge hit during the pandemic. Most are hanging on by a thread while others are only getting by thanks to government support. At the same time, a new restaurant just opened for business in Victoria’s Chinatown last week. This is the story of how three eateries are trying to find a way to survive the COVID-19 pandemic in Victoria. Chad Rennie just opened Rain Dogs Wine Bar in Victoria’s Chinatown, and it’s something he’s always dreamed of doing. “We opened last Thursday, on the 10th,” said Rennie. He opened his wine bar restaurant, while...