Victoria Viewpoints: Tuesday, June 23, 2020

Our compilation of some of the stories of note from the day, reviewing the political developments from the Provincial scene for  Tuesday,  June 23, 2020


Coronavirus response in BC

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
BC runs risk of rapid rebound in COVID-19 cases if contacts exceed 65% of normal, health officials say
Increased contacts as BC eased restrictions have not caused resurgence in virus
Island has COVID-19 case, first in more than six weeks
Top doctor says contact tracing key approach for pandemic if contacts kept low
BC's COVID-19 modelling on track for next phase of reopening




Globe and Mail

BC government introducing measures to control skyrocketing condo insurance
BC pilot project tests sewage samples in bid to detect COVID-19 outbreaks
16 day suspension for BC police in domestic violence case inadequate: OPCC

CBC

Timing is everything: how Canada got into a pandemic recovery - and how it might get out
Stranded Canadians ask for help after Air India rejects 150 passengers trying to come home
Elder Carole Dawson, champion of Indigenous health, dies from COVID-19 in Vancouver
BC tables 'first steps' legislation to try to tackle rising strata insurance costs
A week in hospital is not enough, more treatment beds are needed, says mother whose son fatally overdosed
Lynn Valley COVID survivor and social activist, 91, raises thousands for women's group
Children unlikely to pass COVID-19 to each other, says provincial health officer
Vancouver Island hospital named in allegations of racist 'game' that sparked investigation
Vancouver city council moves a step closer to allowing alcohol in some public spaces - next year
Video in civil claim shows RCMP officer dragging student, stepping on her head after wellness check


Vancouver Sun

Province's help for strata insurance crisis in underwhelming
Kids under 10 unlikely to contract or spread the disease, Henry says
Pandemic's economic effects could haunt Metro Vancouver housing into 2022
Supervised inhalation site delayed, even as COVID worsens overdose crisis

Victoria Times Colonist

BC proposes 'first-step' amendments to laws governing condo insurance
Around Island, tourism prompts tensions
Vancouver, Victoria school trustees vote to review police school liaison program
No drinking allowed in Saanich parks after council defeats motion
Cut Off! Victoria-Port Angeles link sorely missed
Many BC businesses haven't accounted for severance, ask for layoff extension
BC politicians are back in (virtual) business

Victoria News

Saanich extends deadline for $2.75 million Kings Park fundraising
Mill Bay Ferry back in service this week
BC changing rules as strata property insurance costs rise
BC to impose 'stabilization care' for youths after overdose

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


Georgia Straight

Cycling family seeks exemption from car stall requirement in East Vancouver home project

The Tyee

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


Vancouver Courier 

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