Friday, May 1, 2020

Victoria Viewpoints: Friday, May 1, 2020




Our compilation of some of the stories of note from the day, reviewing the political developments from the Provincial scene for   Friday, May 1, 2020

Coronavirus response in BC
                   

Provinces begin to ease restrictions as Canada takes baby steps towards normalcy
The case against lockdowns: Can we fight the COVID-19 outbreak without confining people to their homes?
Number of ICU patients hits 5 week low as BC reports 1 new COVID-19 death, 33 new cases
As BC flattens curve, think carefully about expanding social circle: Henry
Hospitalized cases continue to decrease, online applications open for worker emergency benefit
COVID-19 outbreaks spread to four BC poultry facilities
Vancouver Coastal Health allows doctors to prescribe hydroxychloroquine on 'compassionate' basis
BC records 1 more death from COVID-19 and another 33 cases
BC Health officials report 33 newcoronavirus cases, one new death
Broadening social circles will look different based on health risks, Henry says





Globe and Mail

Hate crimes against Vancouver's East Asian population surge for second straight month
BC Teachers agree to new contract with provincial government

CBC

COVID-19, physical distancing forcing food banks to adapt
'30 years of incredible memories': Family mourns BC pilot in military helicopter crash
Province receives over 16,000 applications for Emergency Benefit for workers in 1st hour
Binners lose income, as COVID-19 reduces curbside recyclables
Coastal GasLink building 900 bed work camp for pipeline crews, west of Prince George
Coastal First Nations and municipalities vow continued COVID-19 enforcement, potential Highway 16 checkpoint
Fire at Port Alberni mill under construction another setback for vulnerable forestry industry


Vancouver Sun

BC seeks to chart a safe course in reopening the economy
Applications for the $1,000 emergency benefit for BC workers opens today
Municipalities, non-profits lose out on BC casino revenue due to COVID-19 closures
Work-in-one place plan was on health radar long before COVID 19
Cheers! Raising the price of alcohol could help pay for our CVOVID debt hangover, and keep us healthier


Vancouver Province

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Victoria Times Colonist

Rent is due: worries about being able to pay
We need to address a huge shortfall in health funding
As old growth review ends, time is right for change in BC forests


Victoria News

BC Teachers vote to accept same pay increase as other unions
BC opens applications for COVID-19 emergency worker benefit

Global




Georgia Straight




The Tyee




Vancouver Courier


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