Our compilation of some of the stories of note from the day, reviewing the political developments from the Provincial scene for Friday, May 22, 2020
Coronavirus response in BC
Ottawa offers provinces help to boost lagging COVID-19 testing
New infections show virus accelerating across Latin America
US planning massive coronavirus vaccine testing effort to meet year end deadline
Health Minister Hajdu stops Dr; Theresa Tam from answering question about Canada's emergency stockpile
We have to test and trace more to end lockdowns safely
Ottawa looking to endorse 1 coronavirus contact tracing app for the whole nation
Canada is reopening without knowing where Canadians are getting COVID-19
Why Theresa Tam changed her stance on masks
Five coronavirus cases confirmed in outbreak at Abbotsford fruit processing plant
BC reports 3 new deaths, 18 new cases of COVID-19
New health orders issued for drive-in theatres as province continues reopening
Three move COVID-19 related deaths in Fraser health region
BC confirms 18 new cases of COVID-19 and 3 deaths
BC health officials announce 18 new cases, three new deaths
Globe and Mail
Advocates say accelerating universal childcare is key to reopening BC's economy
CBC
VPD sees eightfold increase in hate-crime investigations since March compared to same time last year
BC religious leaders taking a cautious approach to reopening places of worship
BC still hopeful after NAFTA panel sides with US softwood lumber decision
Could a 4 day work week boost BC's COVID plagued economy by spurring more travel?
Only collect what's necessary says privacy commissioner on contact tracing
Fred Fox missed out on a pair of Terry's anniversary shoes. So a stranger offered him his
Vancouver Sun
WorkSafeBC has lost billions, can't afford to help businesses buy PPE
Hate spreads like a virus say Vancouver Police as they tackle spike in anti-Asian hate crimes
Refusing to relax COVID-19 restrictions, even in 'safer' areas of BC
BC's 30,000 piece surgery puzzle - officials grapple with challenges of rescheduling cancelled procedures
Safe Surrey councillors stand by their Mayor amid rivals' calls for transparency
Victoria Times Colonist
'My life has changed a thousand-fold': Campers move into hotel
Pandemic shines light on needs of the elderly
Victoria News
BC puts cap on number of vehicles at outdoor drive-in events
Greater Victoria schools to reopen with one-way hallways, rotating class schedules
NAFTA panel upholds US softwood lumber 'injury' complaint
Hope for 'Cascadia' tourism amid COVID-19 border restrictions
Global
New campaign urges Canadians to speak up amid surge in anti-Asian racism
Snowbirds pilot Captain Richard MacDougall acknowledged by supporters outside Kamloops hospital
Survey finds BC businesses facing major hurdles, as province seeks to reopen economy
Vancouver unveils 12 km of 'slow streets' for physical distancing amid COVID-19
Parking lots of Vancouver parks and beaches to reopen
Magnitude 4.9 earthquake strikes off Vancouver Island
NAFTA panel backs US trade decision on Canadian softwood lumber
Georgia Straight
Air Canada announces summer schedule with nearly 100 destinations in Canada, US and around the world
Offshore earthquake rumbles west of northern Vancouver Island
City of Vancouver begins installing 12 kilometres of 'slow streets' signs and barriers
The Tyee
For First Nations, these are precedented times
Racism is on the Rise. And Asian Canadians are fighting back
Environment Ministry's Top Manager Fired as BC Plans Economic recovery
Vancouver Courier
Only a quarter of BC businesses feel confident of restart
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