Thursday, July 23, 2020

Victoria Viewpoints: Thursday, July 23, 2020




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


Coronavirus response in BC

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
Blood survey suggests many more Canadians have had virus than officially counted
BC putting limits on rental properties, houseboats as COVID-19 cases rise
Northwestern BC sees spike in COVID-19 cases
'Come on. You're better than that': BC Premier scolds people crowding together despite COVID-19 case spike
Most locations of potential COVID-19 exposure in BC are now listed online
Officials urge continued vigilance as case numbers rise
Paying premium price for PPE to stockpile for expected second wave
'Come on, you're better than that' say BC Premier Horgan of reckless gatherings
One more Island case; Henry advises keeping groups to six people
Premier calls for 'common sense' after footage of large gatherings
Rental guests to be limited, BC's Dr. Bonnie Henry says


Globe and Mail

BC Mayor won't apologize for cutting up Confederate flags at local dollar store
Vancouver Council votes to request police ban on street checks
BC Premier not ruling out fall election despite COVID-19 pandemic



CBC

BC health-care workers hope to share virtual communications system they never had to use
Hong Kong residents eyes immigrating to Canada as new security law come into effect
Parents should prep a Plan B in case full-tie school foiled: premier
'Opportunity' for election in fall, next spring or summer, premier says
BC quadruples fine for 'dooring cyclists to $368
No dancing, no self-service, no problem, say Vancouver bars of new rules
'Our community is not ready': Heiltsuk Nation relieved fishing lodge not opening
BC announces new funding for post-secondary health-care education, training
Sexualized violence most common injury among Métis females in care: BC


Vancouver Sun

Tent city at Vancouver's Strathcona Park growing, no enforcement of bylaw on removing tents
BC aims for full return to school for younger students




Victoria Times Colonist

'Opportunity' for election in fall, next spring or summer, premier says
Mayor fears fallout from Oak Bay Lodge shelter plan
Military member victim of anti-Indigenous racism in hospital, First Nations council says
Discount Flair Airlines launching flights from Victoria to Vancouver
Electric vehicle maker wants all E&N options to be considered
Virus outbreak shows value of local media, non-profits

Victoria News

Another $1 billion borrowed for BC municipalities, transit
Future still uncertain for BC high school sports this fall


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



Georgia Straight


The Tyee

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 Courier 


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






Miscellaneous


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