British Columbia·CBC Explains

What you need to know about B.C.'s new rules on socializing indoors

   Dr. Bonnie Henry issued the public health order on Monday, amid
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   homes to six guests plus household members.

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Dr. Bonnie Henry issued the public health order on Monday, amid record-high
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   Here's what you need to know about the latest rules and guidelines for
   indoor social interactions in B.C.:

Who can be on your guest list?
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   Henry refers to a "safe six" — a term she has favoured in recent weeks
   to describe the small group of close friends and extended family with
   whom you can socialize, in addition to members of your household.

   It should be a consistent group of people.
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   Earlier in the pandemic, the idea of a bubble was used by health
   officials to describe how individuals should limit their social
   contact.

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   she opts for "safe six," which is different.

   Now health officials say that physical distancing is not required
   with your "safe six" group — although it's still recommended for added
   safety — but hugging and kissing should be limited to household
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Should gatherings at home look like the 'beforetimes'?

   While physical distancing isn't required within your household and
   "safe six," the B.C. Centre for Disease Control has some suggestions to
   make gatherings safer to reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19:
     * Physical distancing is still recommended — using larger rooms will
       help with this.
     * Choose well-ventilated areas, and open windows if possible.