Our compilation of some of the stories of note from the day, reviewing the political developments from the Federal scene for Wednesday, June 24, 2020
Canadians held in China / China tensions
China suggests it will free two Michaels if Canada allows Huawei executive Meng to return home
Senators urge Trudeau to sanction Chinese officials over human-rights violations
Hardballer Jean Chretien could have ended the China conflict
Former parliamentarians, diplomats pen letter calling Canada to release Meng
Senators call for Magnitsky Act sanctions on Chinese officials to punish 'tyrannical behaviour'
China would trade detained Canadians for Meng Wanzhou. Some top legal minds say Ottawa can do it - and should
'Two Michaels' fight is bigger than Canada, global observers say - and the world is watching
U.S. Senators demand release of Michael Kovrig and Micheal Spavor
Tory Senators call for sanctions against China, while Chretien-era ministers want Meng extradition halted
We all want the two Michaels back, but Canada mustn't give in to China
Prominent Canadians call on Trudeau to end Meng Wanzhou case to free 2 Michaels
Why CSIS believes Canada is a 'permissive target' for China's interference
The Global Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Health experts warn parts of US headed for disaster as coronavirus spikes
With novel testing program, Iceland's COVID-19 battle a model for the world
CDC analysis shows pregnant women in U.S. with coronavirus more likely to have severe symptoms
We're adapting to a new normal, but our COVID-19 alarm bells should still be ringing
BC records 14 new COVID-19 cases, 1 month death as province enters Phase 3
BC records third COVID-19 death in as many days
Risks of New COVID-19 Wave Rising, but prevention measures working
14 new COVID-19 cases in BC; one additional death
Globe and Mail
Fitch downgrades Canada's credit rating as deficit grows due to emergency coronavirus spending
BC's COVID-19 re-opening plans continue to put Indigenous people at risk
Ontario eases isolation rules to boost COVID-19 testing for migrant farm workers
Charges dropped against First Nations Chief Allan Adam after violent arrest
RCMP Commissioner Lucki faces scrutiny from MPs over systemic racism comments
Hamilton school board scraps program that placed police officers in schools
WestJet cuts 3,333 jobs with goal of survival
Canadians exempt from new US visa ban, immigration lawyers' group says
CBC
Strategists warn of damage to Conservative Party brand as O'Toole-MacKay war intensifies
One of U.S.'s big 3 credit agencies downgrades Canada's credit rating
Canadian workers exempt from Trump's migration clampdown, lawyers say
Timing is everything: how Canada got into a pandemic economy - and how it might get out
Why some CERB recipients are getting smaller payments this month
How new American tariffs on Canadian aluminum could backfire
BC to allow 'careful' travel within province as it eases more COVID-19 restrictions under Phase 3
BC researchers are testing wastewater to help detect COVID-19
Here's what to expect in BC as we enter Phase 3 of restarting the economy
BC lifts ban on some rental evictions including those for endangering others or secret sublets
Significant number of workers do not feel safe going back to work, poll suggests
Public Safety minister made unlawful orders during pandemic, BC ombudsperson report says
Former Abbotsford Police Department finance director charged with breach of trust
Province purchases Howard Johnson and Buchan hotels in bid to create affordable housing
Toilet paper wars: Contested report claims TP production devastating Canadian forests
'Salmon cannon' up and running at BC landslide, but fish slow to arrive
Toronto Star
Toronto is reopening but it's a pale facsimile of the vibrant city we know
Elon Musk wants to provide rural Canadians with super-fast internet service via satellite
Here we go: Reopening is upon us. But just remember there's still pandemic
Here's the real story behind the Conservative hacking scandal: It all starts with a fired intern
Families visiting nursing homes don't require proof of COVID test, officials say
Was this decision why the Conservatives lost the election?
Newspaper ads attacking teachers' unions an 'apparent contravention' of campaign laws, Elections Ontario says
Donald Trump's latest threat to Canada is likely to go over like an aluminum balloon
Here's why Doug Ford is always ready for his close-up
Toronto Sun
The long (and bumpy) leadership road of Peter MacKay's mojo
NDP MPP apologizes to Ford after swearing at him in legislature
Why Jagmeet Singh needs to apologize
Canada can't spend its way out of recession, says Fraser report
Roxham Road crossing goes from deluge to trickle
Supporting Canadian small business is critical
National Post
Another freakout by Quebec nationalists over racism proves better times are ahead
Atlantic premiers agree to open regional 'bubble' starting in July as cases of COVID-19 stabilize
Bye Bye 'Y'? Vital non-profit social programs are collapsing awaiting Ottawa's help
Asylum seekers continue to cross Canada-US border despite shutdown
Maclean's
Fort McMurray, the city that battles back
'Yes, there is systemic racism in Canada'
Global
BC Premier announces move to Phase 3 of COVID-19 reopening
UBC Okanagan student in disturbing wellness check video calls moment dehumanizing, embarrassing
'I can make more money on CERB': More concerns benefit may be a disincentive for workers
Winnipeg man arrested after refusing to wear mask on plane from Vancouver
BC government looking to drop balanced budget requirements amidst economic downturn
Farmers urge quick action on government-sanctioned campgrounds for fruit-pickers amid COVID-19
Kelowna mayor calls video of RCMP wellness check 'difficult to watch'
UBC Okanagan student's union seeks accountability after disturbing video of RCMP wellness check
Children's rights watchdog quesitons BC's plan to keep youth in hospitals after overdose
Canadians have racked up $13M in coronavirus fines, racial profiling evident: report
Most British Columbians are nervous to return to work, poll suggests
Miscellaneous
Travel and film industries to restart as British Columbia enters Phase 3 of reopening plan
UBC stress study seeks to help people prepare for second pandemic wave and beyond
Vancouver Public library inches closer to reopening while saving many millions of dollars in staff costs
The Pandemic has revolutionized your next vacation
Vancouver Hotel Cites pandemic to deny workers Severance pay
How Canada snatched away a foreign student's hopes
BC reopens non-essential travel, film and television and movie theatres
BC's emergency-order carrots better than other province's sticks: CCLA
Vancouver council moves step closer to allowing legal public drinking this summer
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