Victoria Viewpoints: Thursday, April 1, 2021

Our compilation of some of the stories of note from the day, reviewing the political developments from the Provincial scene for   Thursday, April 1, 2021 
   

Coronavirus response in BC

BC pharmacists say they will offer COVID-19 vaccines in order of arrival after some were turned away

BC Biotech company says, despite interim approval, provinces won't use its COVID-19 treatment

'It is very personal': AbCellera's COVID-19 treatment is saving lives in the US. In Canada, it's sitting in storage. Now the company's CEO is speaking out

BC reports 832 new COVID-19 cases, five more deaths

'Just don't go': BC renews plea against leisure travel ahead of long weekend

Over 800 new cases; new Burnaby immunization centre

Variant that forced BC ski resort shut is rapidly spreading, sending more young people to hospital

Rollout for surprise BC COVID-19 vaccinations given a bumpy ride

BC pharmacies say they will offer COVID-19 vaccines in order of arrival after some were turned away

Henry urges close contacts of  COVID-19 cases in BC to 'stay away from others'

With COVID-19 cases surging, health officials urge British Columbians not to travel this long weekend

Easter weekend warning as vaccine rollout advances in BC

Pregnancy increases odds of serious COVID complications including needing hospital, ICU

'Just don't go' says top doctor of weekend travel

BC reports 832 new COVId cases and five deaths as third wave continues

Globe and Mail

Vancouver billboards with images by renowned artist covered up after complaints

BC expands local overdose supports to rural, remote and Indigenous communities

Human Rights Code can't protect anti-maskers making unproven claims, BC tribunal says

CBC

Lynn Valley stabbing accused makes 1st court appearance

Protesters must clear Vancouver Island blockade or risk arrest after logging company wins injunction

Prince George transitional housing celebrates 2 years addiction recovery service

BC churches file appeal of court decision upholding COVID-19 restrictions 

Hugs abound for reunited families and couples as BC relaxes rules for long-term care

NHL postpones 3 more Canucks games due to player sin COVID protocols

BC adds three more Vancouver hotels to housing stock for homeless people

BC guarantees job-protected leave for workers getting COVID-19 vaccines

Human rights tribunal puts anti-maskers on notice, saying complaints require proof of disability

Welcoming visitors is what Whistler does, but for the next 3 weeks the town wants you to stay away

This is your brain on pandemic:  What chronic stress is doing to us

Vancouver Sun

Man accuses of fatal North Vancouver stabbing appears in court

BC adds three more Vancouver hotels to housing stock for homeless

Is Chef Horgan done baking taxes. He says he is

New visiting rules at care homes reconnects family and friends

Cullen witness misled by BCLC chart

Victoria Times-Colonist

Monthly real estate sales in Greater Victoria top $1 Billion for the first time

Indigenous leader says Vancouver Island hospital project turns fear to healing

Saanich Fair organizers planning to go ahead with Labour Day weekend event

Plan for new downtown Victoria hotel, office project headed to public hearing

Protesters have no plans to leave Fairy Creek logging blockade despite injunction

After a year, finally a chance to hold hands as visitor restrictions lifted

Victoria News

Positivity rules with new outdoor mural from Victoria artist

Salvation Army cuts ribbon on Victoria's new live-in addiction recovery program

Island Health says indoor Easter gatherings an 'unacceptable risk'

Sidney launches online community design survey

Global BC

Emotional reunions as BC;s relaxed care home restrictions take effect

Vaccine registration now open for British Columbians born in 1949 or earlier

Canucks have games postponed through April 6 due to COVID-19 protocol

Injunction sets stage for showdown over old-growth logging on Vancouver Island

BC government mandating new training for class 1 commercial drivers

Sheryl Lightfoot, 1st Indigenous Canadian woman Canada appointed UN representative, on challenges she faces

New toll-free Patullo Bridge opening date moved to 2024 due to COVID-19 pandemic

All BC part time and full time workers will get job-protected leave for COVID-19 vaccine

BC to allow breweries, cafes to operate patios without serving food

Georgia Straight

Attorney General David Eby says province will seek partial stay on court ruling striking down major ICBC reform

City of Vancouver unable to stop upcoming anti-trans protest for taking place

BC's School mask muddle 

Sotheby's report forecasts 'waves' of foreign buyers coming for Canadian luxury homes in 2021

Vancouver city council approves motion to explore using private construction hoarding for murals and public art

Time for BC's top polluters to pay the carbon tax

The Tyee

Confusion and Anger as some Indigenous people are denied vaccine bookings

Semiahmoo First Nation lifts 16 year boil water advisory

Sex worker advocates launch new challenge to prostitution laws

Miscellaneous