Our compilation of some of the stories of note from the day, reviewing the political developments from the Provincial scene for Saturday/Sunday, May 23 & 24, 2020
Coronavirus response in BC
The leeway factor: As coronavirus lockdowns lift, how far can we return to normal without triggering a second wave?
Ontario to announce new testing strategy to target asymptomatic people in high-risk groups
Don't blame those who gather in parks - blame the city
BC says no, again, on releasing COVID-19 numbers for cities or regional districts
Three more COVID-19 related deaths in Fraser Health region
Provincial health officer says physical distancing in Phase 2 going well as BC records 10 new cases
Globe and Mail
Struggling BC restaurants offer expanded takeout services in bid to stay afloat
CBC
More confusion over e-bikes in Vancouver after police issue warning to dealership
Tourist businesses face make-or-break summer as visitors stay home
Former BC Green Party leader lashes out at former caucus on social media
Beacon Hill Park fans decry easing of camping restrictions in Victoria
Drive-in event organizers crestfallen over new 50 vehicle limit in BC
Vancouver Sun
Hundreds protest at Chinese consulate in Vancouver over Hong Kong security law
Former Greens Leader Andrew Weaver says he would have called election over LNG approval
Hopeful ride hailing driver stymied by ICBC road test suspension, waiting for alternate plan
Food for thought turned into a platform to help struggling restaurants and feed front line workers
Victoria Times Colonist
A cautious restart as people come out to eat and shop downtown
WorkSafe BC loses billions on stocks, wiping out funds for protective gear
North Island communities might lose daily bus link, low ridership cited
'We are not all in this together': Reflections on the Topaz evictions
Small victories, not big one, bring success
Victoria News
Sidney staff recommends additional outdoor seating for restaurants and cafes
How West Shore RCMP have dealt with the pandemic
'Depression-era' unemployment figures could hit Greater Victoria
Global
BC faces first weekend under Phase 2 of COVID-reopening plan
BC Mayor hopes money laundering inquiry becomes must see TV
Procession for Snowbirds crash victim makes its way through Halifax
BC overdose crisis worsens amid COVID-19 pandemic
Soaring reliance on single-use plastics stalls zero-waste movement
BC respiratory therapy students graduate early to help fight coronavirus
Bus fuelled by french fry oil proposed to service Kelowna-Osoyoos route
Couples separated by US-Canadian border finally embrace at Peace Arch park
Staff member tests positive for COVID-19 at BC Federal prison
Rooftop concert postponed due to new BC ban of vehicle gatherings
Georgia Straight
Digital Government Minister Joyce Murray succeeds when opposition parties barely notice what she's doing
BC Ministry of Education promotes free, live coding workshops for children
The Tyee
'Like Churchill' Bring Harper Back to Lead Tories, urges riding President
Alberta's new Normal: Trashing Pollution protections
Vancouver Courier
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