Ottawa Observations: Thursday, July 23, 2020

Our compilation of some of the stories of note from the day, reviewing the political developments from the Federal scene for  Thursday,  July 23, 2020 


Canadians held in China / China tensions

Meng Wazhou accuses US of misleading Canada in 'poisoned' court proceedings
China drafts new rules to ensure foreign teachers protect national 'honour'
Hong Kong's Chinese-Canadians are a community in limbo
Hong Kong residents eyes immigrating to Canada as new security law come into effect

The Global Coronavirus (COVID-19)

COVID-19 tracing app starts beta testing after three-week delay
New COVID-19 hospitalizations jump in Ontario as cases drop
Which Canadians get COVID-19 vaccines first? Experts will face tough decisions
Researchers look to unlock secrets of COVID-19 herd immunity by studying Canada's Hutterite colonies
New vacation rental rules in BC as active COVID-19 cases top 300
'Come on, we are better than this': BC premier pleads with public to stop spreading COVID-19
No plans for 'heavy-handed' mandatory mask policy, says BC's top doctor
Fraser Health to post some COVID-19 exposure locations online
After risky gatherings in Vancouver and Kelowna, BC urges young adults to 'act better'
New health guidelines for nightlife, as three Metro Vancouver restaurants confirm cases


WE have a problem Boss

In a normal government, Bill Morneau would be given the boot
Telus drops multiyear partnerships, other big sponsors to review relationship with WE charity
Opposition parties urge ethics watchdog to probe Morneau over $41,000 payment to WE       
Conservatives call for a 2nd Morneau ethics probe as they demand his resignation
Liberal caucus remains quiet at 'bizarre' meeting as pressure mounts on Bill Morneau
Liberals look to place blame anywhere but Morneau
Morneau's ME to WE trip of a lifetime to cost him big time
Morneau should resign: Trudeau should follow
Morneau was brought in to be the adult in the room - so much for that
Bill Morneau should resign
Conservatives, NDP ask ethics watchdog to expand probe of Bill Morneau over WE trips
So much for WE blowing over
Bill Morneau's very bad day
Justin Trudeau is WE-deep in trouble

                                                                                   
Globe and Mail

Government to hire third party to investigate allegations of harassment among Governor General's staff
Investigation underway after temporary foreign workers mistakenly detained in BC
Families upset over limits in review of Nova Scotia mass shootings
BC mayor won't apologize for cutting up Confederate flags at local dollar store
Chief of the defence staff Jonathan Vance announces retirement


CBC

Privy Council Office launches workplace probe of Governor General's Office amid harassment claims
Trump's pick for US ambassador to Canada cites Huawei ban, increased NATO spending as top priorities
General Johnathan Vance, chief of the defence staff, announces retirement
Hundreds of thousands of Canadians could get a tax break from working from home during pandemic
Independent panel 'a slap in the face,' says daughter of NS shooting victim
Black and Indigenous people over-represented in fatal police encounters in Canada, CBC research shows
An offer Alberta couldn't refuse


Toronto Star

Fall school reopening plans to be announced next week, Education Minister Stephen Lecce says
Why the formal review of Nova Scotia's mass killing is leaving victims' families frustrated
If Julie Payette wants to stay GG, she must get her house in order



Toronto Sun

Traveller returns to chaos at Pearson airport
It would be deadly, at this point, to re-open the Canada-US border



National Post

Canada federal court ruling could mean the end of Roxham Road border crossing
General Jonathan Vance announces retirement as chief of defence staff, search for successor started
Wanted - a boring Governor General
How Former cops probe police failure
Turns out we can provide timely, compassionate health care


Maclean's

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Global

Occupancy numbers at all vacation, rental and resort properties in BC will soon be restricted
BC premier won't rule out fall election, Elections BC working on pandemic protocols
'Glory holes' guidance around safe sex during pandemic not a joke, says sex worker
Metis girls in BC gov't care face sexual violence more than other injuries: report
The review 'no one' asked for: Calls for public inquiry into Nova Scotia shooting rejected
Revamped coronavirus wage subsidy program might help more businesses, industry says
General Joanthan Vance stepping down from role as Canada's top soldier
Nova Scotia Senator pushes for Emancipation Day to be nationally recognized



Miscellaneous                            
       
No, Canada doesn't need to spend $19 Billion on Jet Fighters
Vancouver takes the first step to ban Street Checks
Detaining youth who've overdosed is the wrong move, say advocates
Our Post-COVID Society: What to keep, toss or do differently?
Right Now, everyone needs to be a masked crusader


Vancouver park board's legal drinking plan expands to 22 parks
Most BC seniors' homes now accepting visitors
Vancouver council's call to ban 'street checks' rests with police board
Prince Rupert port recognizes sustainable shipping