Our compilation of some of the stories of note from the day, reviewing the political developments from the Federal scene for Tuesday, June 23, 2020
Canadians held in China / China tensions
'Failure to act now is tantamount to a historic betrayal': Kovrig's father says Ottawa must do everything in its power to free his son
Extradition hearing for Meng Wanzhou to start in August
The justice minister has the power to free Meng. That doesn't mean he should
Foreign Minister Champagne repays mortgages held by state-owned Chinese bank
The Canadian government can intervene to end Meng's extradition. Should it?
Meng Wanzhou extradition proceedings scheduled to continue well into 2021
Ottawa could do more to free 2 Canadians jailed in China, Michael Kovrig's wife says
Feds could abandon Meng Wanzhou's case now if they wanted to: ex-minister, lawyer
Meng extradition hearing dates set: hearings to resume August 17
The Global Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Rising rates of COVID-19 in children, adolescents spark concerns about back to school plans
EU may bar American travellers as it reopens borders, citing COVID-19 failures
Dr. Fauci says next two weeks are critical as COVID-19 cases surge in the US
COVID-19 outbreaks at meat plants build demand for mobile butchers
Should Canada shrink social distancing and join Britain in the 'one-metre' club? Her's what the experts say
South Korea and Taiwan show Canada how to avoid a second wave of COVID-19, experts tell MPs
BC maintaining 'fine balance' in COVID-19 spread as Phase 3 nears
BC reports 13 new cases of COVID-19, one death
As BC prepares for Phase 3 of reopening, Dr. Bonnie Henry reaches 'nervous level'
BC reports 13 new COVID-19 cases, one more death
Globe and Mail
RCMP Commissioner faces grilling on systemic racism
Tens of thousands of Canadians won't be born due to COVID-19
Saskatchewan failing to do regular background checks on foster families, auditor finds
Canadians concerned by Trump's decision to extend visa ban
US threatens new tariffs on Canadian aluminum unless metal exports curtailed
Canada needs a more strategic, region-based approach to reopening the border
Budget watchdog says he's concerned some CERB recipients will face 'unpleasant surprises' at tax time
Ottawa to give $46 million to Quebec, Atlantic provinces to help boost tourism
Federal government to go back to using competitive bid processes for some COVID-19 medical supplies
Conservative MP fires intern as police investigate allegations against MacKay campaign
Conservatives hold worst attendance record at House of Commons COVID-19 committee
CBC
Green Party leadership candidates spar over carbon pricing, defunding police in first debate
Number of mental health calls Mounties respond to growing exponentially, Lucki says
Cyclone returns to service for first time since deadly crash
Senator wants to roll back $12,500 pay bump for some members of the Red Chamber
Conservative campaign spying allegations not 'that big a deal' says party leader
Twice forgotten soldier sues Veterans Affairs over 'abandoned' case file
Eight more weeks of CERB to cost $17.9 billion, budget officer says
Canada among 67 nations to reaffirm International Criminal Court support after US sanctions
US plans to slap tariffs on aluminum imports from Canada, Bloomberg report says
Conservative election spending outpaced Liberals by a little and the NDP by a lot
Toronto Star
Without training and EI updates, many on CERB program will remain unemployed for a 'long-time'
For years, Ontario police have been first to respond to mental-health crises. Should they be?
Plenty of blame to go around in the death of Ejaz Choudry
Eco-socialists, converted Liberals and a man in a top hat: Highlights from the Green party leadership debate
Canada is in for a rough economic recovery. Just how rough depends on Bill Morneau
Ontario nursing homes need an extra $1.8B a year in the wake of COVID-19, study concludes
Doug Ford says he'll keep his pandemic mullet until everyone in Ontario can get a haircut
Toronto Sun
Speculation on Ford's cabinet shuffle buzzes at Queen's Park
Social media, cancel culture and Maoist shaming circles
Constant training improves police performance
Ford's right to overhaul math
National Post
Liberal government nearing revived trade spat with US as tensions mount over dairy, aluminum
RCMP did not use confidential informants to obtain search warrants in Nova Scotia mass shooting investigation, court told
US senators take interest in case of Saudi dissent in Canada whose children are detained in the kingdom
When rules are just for the little people, injustice prevails
Government could have 'picked' better words' to discourage CERB cheating: employment minister
Public Health Ontario suffered exodus of senior leaders and budget cuts before the COVID-19 pandemic struck
Why are we giving Canada's politicians a free pass on COVID-19?
Crown owned Via Rail reports biggest deficit in five years despite record revenues
Parliament won't remove slang form of n-word from poem put on its website by former poet laureate
Maclean's
Has Jason Kenney convinced Erin O'Toole that oil and gas subsidies don't exist?
Canada needs a plan to rebuild itself. Let the transformation begin
While Trump eyes tariffs, Americans really want more Canada
When the coronavirus pandemic is over, will we erect our own tsunami stones?
Global
BC is preparing to enter Phase 3 of its COVID-19 restart plan. What does that mean?
North Vancouver RCMP officer charged with assault
BC to end referral fees to help ease sky-high strata insurance costs
BC aims to allow young people to be kept in hospital after an overdose
Review to be held in ruling on BC cop who assaulted, harassed estranged spouse
Former Harper government House Leader becomes interim leader of Wexit Canada
Kelowna cop on desk duty after allegedly dragging nursing student down hallway
British Columbians snapping up Dr. Bonnie Henry merchandise
Bloc leader accuses Twitter user of wanting a 'lynching,' inciting racism allegations
Miscellaneous
Cycling family seeks exemption from car stall requirement in East Vancouver home project
Drug users call for safe supply of heroin and cocaine, and show how it's done
Vancouver School board Backs Anti-Racism Efforts, Keeps Police in Schools
Canada's Military Gave 2,012 Assault rifles to 68 Police Forces
No COVID-19 deaths, outbreaks in Downtown Eastside shelters
Police 'street checks' down 89% this year, Vancouver Mayor says
Vancouver trustees won't suspend police school liaison program
Many BC businesses haven't accounted for severance, ask for layoff extension
Legislation could extend emergency orders for one more year: attorney general
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