Many Kamloops residents are choosing to shop local for their needs

Some Kamloops residents are making an effort to support local businesses, as economic impacts of the pandemic continue.

A steady rise of COVID-19 cases across B.C. has led to new public health orders aimed at stopping the spread of the virus and variants. The new measures, announced last week, have put a temporary stop to indoor dining at restaurants and halted group fitness classes, among other restrictions.

Some business owners have said they are taking another hit after an already difficult year.

Watch the video above to see how some in Kamloops are choosing to support local through challenging times.