Sunday, July 19, 2020

Victoria Viewpoints: Saturday/Sunday, July 18 & 19, 2020




Our compilation of some of the stories of note from the day, reviewing the political developments from the Provincial scene for  Friday, July 17, 2020 


Coronavirus response in BC

'It's not a hoax,' says BC doctor hospitalized 105 days with coronavirus
Coronavirus exposures reported on 2 more flights through Vancouver
BC family trapped in Philippines amid worsening COVID-19 cases
Lockdown fatigue, 'invincibility' causing more COVID-19 infections in young people
Surge in COVID-19 cases in India heightens fear among Vancouver families
BC refers more than 4300 for possible quarantine non-compliance
Passengers on Victoria flight warned about virus exposure
COVID-19 case landed in Victoria International Airport last week





Globe and Mail

Open houses resume, but the home-buying pastime has drastically changed


CBC

Alberta man displays confederate flag at anti-racism rally in Summerland
Vancouver strata wins 5 year battle against Airbnb operator
Americans travelling through BC are 'scared' of breaking rules, RV park owner says




Vancouver Sun

Grouse Mountain offering free access for early birds as revenues plunge
BC wants $1.3 million Burnaby house forfeited for alleged drug trafficking, money laundering




Victoria Times Colonist

'We can't stop them.' Despite restrictions, some care-home residents go out for strolls
The end. University Heights cinemas closing permanently
Reopening schools a test of will and skill



Victoria News

Victoria mayor deactivates Twitter account 'for now'
Statement of inclusion among new Saanich diversity practices



Global

Vancouver protesters rally against masks, but experts say they slow COVID-19
BC natural gas bills to climb in August
West Vancouver councillor outs 'shocking' racism in BC real estate - but's not the only example
Interior Health issues drug warnings in Penticton, Vernon due to toxic supply
South Okanagan crime plummets amid pandemic-related restrictions: stats
Penticton's speedway wants green light to host larger crowds



Georgia Straight

Vancouver hate crimes, including anti-Asian attacks, more than double during pandemic compared to 2019
Uncertainty clouds Canadian housing market outlook despite bright summer bounce: RBC Economics
BC landlords must present repayment plans to tenants in arrears, but what if renters disagree with the terms?


The Tyee

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Vancouver Courier 


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