Victoria Viewpoints: Tuesday, May 12, 2020

Our compilation of some of the stories of note from the day, reviewing the political developments from the Provincial scene for   Tuesday, May 12, 2020


Coronavirus response in BC


Lowest number of new COVID-19 cases in BC since gatherings of 250 people banned
BC's top doctor gives dating advice, how 'keep our germs to ourselves' amid COVID-19
Questions about the Canada-US border, store policies for masks, wet markets and dating and sex
BC's top doctor says singles can get ready to mingle (carefully)
BC health officials announce 7 new cases of COVID-19 and 1 more death
Active coronavirus numbers plunge, with no new community or care home outbreaks
BC says no special treatment for movie stars, hockey players or cruise ships
BC records just 7 new cases, 1 death as next phase of COVID-19 reopening inches closer
                   



Globe and Mail

Wet'suwet'en deal recognizes rights and title, sets stage for ongoing talks
As economies begin to reopen, setbacks abound


CBC

What Canada can learn from other countries about lifting lockdown measures too soon
'I'm not going to hide': Richmond woman describes how she stood tall against alleged racist taunts
Surrey RCMP surprised with physical distancing compliance
Search and Rescue officials concerned increased calls could deplete protective equipment supply
Wet'suwet'en hereditary chiefs moving ahead with rights and title MOU with BC and Canada
Kamloops preparing for 1-20 year flood that could reach homes
Interior Health opens controversial overdose prevention site in downtown Vernon
COVID-19 no get-out-of-jail free card for accused mail thief with 'deplorable' record
'We need to fix this': Horgan pushes feds to foot the bill for paid sick leave


Vancouver Sun

Canada needs to stand up to China and protect its own citizens from intimidation at home
Wet'suwet'en elected chiefs screaming foul days before rights. title agreement
Vancouver moves to improve empty home tax 'fairness'
BC explores universal basic income for post pandemic world
Parents hope to organize province wide shout out for 2020 grads during COVID-19 pandemic
BC school boards adapt as registration for online summer school launches


Vancouver Province

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Victoria Times Colonist

Travel on long weekend only if essential: BC Ferries
Hourly workers suffering more than those on salary


Victoria News

Homemade pedestrian scramble crosswalk  in Saanich removed by Police
Is BC reopening too soon? Lessons from Germany, Korea
Forget big weddings this summer, Dr. Bonnie Henry warns



Global

Wet'suwet'en hereditary chiefs release details of gov't pact, but members still concerned
Despite cancellation of PNE, the 2020 prize home is still up for grabs
Small business products starting to hit the shelves in London Drugs
Ridesharing firms urge BC to temporarily scrap licence requirements under COVID-19
UBC to offer online instruction for larger classes in fall term
'Thank you to BC's nurses for moving heaven and earth to help people with COVID-19: Premier
Hair salons and barbershops are reopening - but your visit won't be the same



Georgia Straight

Anti racism campaigns launch to counter anti-asian assaults and vandalism
Male suspect assaults woman defending to Asian Bus riders from racist remarks in Vancouver


The Tyee

I know how precious it is to say goodbye to a parent dying in care
Not enough evidence for Charges after political contribution investigation
Our meat processing system is sick. Here's how you can force change
Tough ethical questions in rethinking long-term care


Vancouver Courier

Cruise ships told not to Stop in BC in July
Pandemic exposed justice system's vulnerabilities and frailties'
BC's road to recovery: K-12 schools to plan for full operations in September
Libraries set for phased return to lending
Illegal lobbyist donations not significant enough to warrant prosecution: report