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LinksVal Litwin's websiteBC Liberals launch review of new memberships ahead of leadership vote | Vancouver SunJas Johal's threadBritish Columbians Ponder Who Can Deliver Affordable Housing – Research Co.Record number of new homes registered in B.C.Ottawa releases early details of landmark $40B First Nations child welfare agreement | CBC News

LinksAll travellers will once again need a molecular COVID-19 test before arriving in Canada | CBC News Province strengthens COVID-19 measures for safer holiday season | BC Gov NewsB.C.'s contact tracing and testing at maximum capacity, health officials sayRapid tests not counted in official covid numbersThe Case of BC's Missing COVID-19 Data | The TyeeStewart's twitter thread on governments not articulating covid response goalsOpinion: The American polity is cracked, and might collapse. Canada must prepare - The Globe and Mail

Our last episode for 2021!Provincially we're facing the omicron variant and the NDP had a convention. Federally we got a fiscal update and some mandate letters.But first, vote for Dave Barrett vs Dan Miller in the Greatest BC Premier Bracket.LinksCovidCaught flat-footed, Canada once again fumbles its pandemic response - Macleans.caOntario offers COVID-19 booster shots to 18 and up on Monday | The StarOpen boxesJust open boxesFederal NDP pitchBCNDP ConventionStrong Support for Horgan at NDP Convention | The TyeePoll shows high favourability rating for Premier John Horgan | Georgia StraightHousing reforms receive supportFederal updatesFreeland's fiscal update reveals billions in new revenue, boosts spending on COVID-19 measures - The Globe and MailMandate LettersQuick takesVancouver eatery waiting on judge's decision in whisky seizure casePhoto credit: flickr/bcgovphotos

The BCNDP is under internal pressure over RCMP action against protesters and land defenders in Wet'suwet'en territories. The government is also facing criticism over the increasing death toll from the toxic drug crisis. Across the aisle, the BC Liberal race has a new contestant. Federally, the opposition is pressing the government over Winnipeg lab documents and the handling of the evacuation of Afghanistan.Vote in the Greatest BC Premier BracketLinksCHEK News This Week in History: Premier Thomas Dufferin PattulloPattullo of BC | Maclean's | JANUARY 1, 1934George Abbott View of Duff Pattullo and the Coalition Controversy of 1941Pattullo suggested the Yukon should simply join BCChinese-Canadian veterans Pacific Unit 280 called for Pattullo’s name to be removed from bridge when it’s rebuiltAcademics assess Gordon Campbell’s run as B.C. premier in new bookMain segmentBC greenlit more Mounties on Wet'suwet'en territory before 3rd raidVaughn Palmer: Cullen taking RCMP to task over handling of Coastal GasLink pipeline protesters Cullen letter & reply from RCMP Commissioner LuckiNDP MPs press Singh to call on BC government to pull RCMP out of Wet'suwet'en territoryBC experiences record loss of life due to drug toxicity | BC Gov News2021 now deadliest year for illicit-drug overdoses in BC, after record 201 deaths in October, coroner saysGovernment Policies Blamed as Toxic Drug Deaths SoarJail is not the answer for people who deal fentanyl to support their own drug addiction, B.C. judge saysStan Sipos: HomeKevin Falcon on Twitter: "I fought to get the Canada Line built. Many municipal leaders opposed it at the time. It took vision and leadership to get the job done. BC deserves world-class rapid transit. As Premier, I will expand Skytrain to UBC, Langley, and the North Shore. #bcpoli #LetsWinBC #BCLib22"Gavin Dew BrewsTories reject proposed compromise to allow MPs to see documents on fired scientistsConservatives table counteroffer to Liberal proposal on ending standoff over virus lab papersMembers of Parliament to probe government’s handling of Kabul evacuationBeijing Olympics: Canada announces diplomatic boycottCanadian spy agency targeted foreign hackers to 'impose a cost' for cybercrime - National | Globalnews.caPhoto credit: flickr/bcgovphotos

Ian & Scott debate the BC Government's alleged lack of response to financial requests from the Fraser Valley Regional District and recent FOI changes before turning their attention to the latest happenings in the House of Commons.LinksVote in the Greatest BC Premier BracketB.C. government criticized for slow flood aid responseUPDATE: Sumas Lake will take weeks to drain, Highway 7 open, Chilliwack assesses damageBC government brings in $10 application fee for freedom-of-information requestsMPs embrace after bill to ban conversion therapy passes unanimously in HouseLiberal bill would crackdown on health-care worker harassment and boost sick leave Government Bill (House of Commons) C-3 (44-1) - First Reading - An Act to amend the Criminal Code and the Canada Labour Code - Parliament of Canada Senate Bill S-1 evokes parliamentary tradition and Canada's pastOpposition parties demand Trudeau government release secret documents on fired Winnipeg scientistsLiberals offer compromise to end parliamentary standoff over documents tied to firing of Winnipeg lab scientistsConservative vaccine mandate challenge founded: Speaker Fiscal update comingYoung Canadians launch court challenge to lower federal voting age from 18BC chiropractors vote for regulator to 'take a stand' against COVID-19 vaccine mandateCOVID-19 vaccine now mandatory to get euthanized in GermanyBarbados just got rid of the Queen — should Canada follow suit?For many Canadians, interest in remaining a constitutional monarchy will die with Queen ElizabethBloc shenanigansImage credit: flickr/bcgovphotos

The House of Commons is back with a predictable throne speech and the BC legislature wraps up with predictable time allocation.Vote in this week's Greatest BC Premier Bracket contest: The battle of the Bennetts.LinksThrone Speech Building a Resilient Economy: A Cleaner & Healthier Future for Our KidsFive takeaways from a very cautious 2021 Throne SpeechIn a fiery speech, O'Toole says Canada is 'drowning in debt and division' on Trudeau's watchConservatives must be professional, show they are an alternative to Trudeau: O'TooleNDP reactionB.C.’s fiscal update projects deficit dip but doesn’t include costs associated with recent flood, mudslideVaughn Palmer: NDP accused of 'complete disregard' for B.C.Conversion therapy survivors disappointed as B.C. NDP ignores 2nd bill seeking to ban practice5 days paid sick leave coming for all British Columbians Jan. 1Paid sick leave: BC announces its plan | CTV NewsJournalists released after arrest at Wet'suwet'en pipeline disputeMike Farnworth commentsGreen Party names Amita Kuttner as interim leader - National | Globalnews.caEp 190: A scientist runs for Green leader w Dr Amita KuttnerPhoto credit: flickr/Kyle Pearce

A once in 200 year flooding event, precipitated by an atmospheric river, has devastated the province. We're losing track of how many disasters we've had in the past couple years. You'd think this would mean our politicians would have found a coherent strategy to respond to the crisis.And amid the flooding the NDP have introduced a series of new pieces of legislation.But first, vote for the greatest Conservative Premier in the latest round of the Greatest BC Premier Bracket.LinksHow you can help BC residents who have been impacted by the storm | NewsVote for Greatest BC PremierThat time the premier of B.C. cut a cheque and doubled the size of Canada's navySegment 1: The atmospheric riverBC flood update: What you need to knowUse of emergency alert systemCanadian Army to build levee in Abbotsford in bid to save Sumas PrairieEmergency debate held in legislatureSegment 2: Full houseIntroduction of Attorney General statutes bill | BC Gov NewsNew act protects important services from disruption | BC Gov NewsAccess to Abortion Services ActProvince building a more diverse, inclusive forest sector | BC Gov NewsRob Shaw: Three birds, one stoneVaughn Palmer: B.C. forests bill gives minister complete control over compensation when cutting rights seizedKatrine Conroy: B.C. old growth plan part of new vision for forest care Quick takesWet'suwet'en territory tensions rise as RCMP move in on blockadesWet'suwet'en land defenders say inaction prompted Coastal GasLink evictionArrests reported as RCMP move to clear Wet'suwet'en pipeline resistance in BC for 3rd timeO'Toole defends decision to turf Batters as senator accuses him of keeping MPs in line with threatsDenise Batters replyGreen Party accepts Annamie Paul's resignation as leaderGreens post the jobInterim Leader of the GPC / Chef intérimaire du PVC Photo credit: Flickr/BC Ministry of Transportation

A roundup of news from Ottawa this week.Vote in the bracketLinksNo deal to support Liberals on table, but NDP open to working with government: Singh O'Toole leaves MPs who questioned vaccine policy out of his shadow cabinetDeparting officials complain Commons clerk was partial to Liberals, fell asleep during question periodAnnamie Paul formally resigns as Green leader, will end membership in party Bernier loses defamation fight against columnist who called him racist Justin McElroy FOI threadNatural Gas Royalty Review – Government of British Columbia

Urgently needed action will occur after a reasonable period. At least that's the BC government's message this week on old growth forest logging deferrals and drug decriminalization. And the Kevin Falcon campaign is rocked by sexual harassment allegations.LinksPremier's statement on his health | BC Gov NewsVote in the BracketHAPHAZARD HISTORY: The interesting life of Amor de Cosmos – Williams Lake TribuneCharles Augustus SemlinSegment 1: Decriminalizing Old GrowthGovernment taking action on old-growth deferrals | BC Gov NewsBC promises to consult First Nations before pushing ahead with old-growth logging deferralsSteelworkers Union, Green Party unhappy with BC's plan to defer old-growth loggingUBCIC reactionB.C. government asks federal Liberals to decriminalize drugs across provinceBC 2021 Third Quarter Interim Financial Reports AvailableFederal Q3 financialsSegment 2: Falcon FallsDiamond Isinger's allegationsKevin Falcon respondsMichael Lee letter to BC Liberals elections committee and executiveQuick takesDefence Minister Anand moving military sexual misconduct cases into civilian justice systemAntia Anand announcementIn a move pollster calls 'a direct challenge' to O'Toole's leadership, 15 to 30 Tory MPs and Senators starting new caucus to speak up for anti-vaxxers losing jobsChallenge of Manitoba PC leadership race inches ahead after new premier sworn inNDP says it's time for House of Commons to scrap gender-based dress code

Like many BCers, we hope for a speedy recovery for John Horgan.This week we look at the latest round of bills covering cities, education, political party financing and banning plastics. Plus the province's next step in CleanBC. Federally, we dig into the new cabinet picks.And we pit Ujjal Dosanjh against John Horgan in the Greatest BC Premier Bracket. Vote on Twitter or on our website.LinksPremier's statement on his health | BC Gov News Operation described as "successful"Segment 1: A cleaner BCFOI BillFOI bill passes second reading without government MLAs speaking to itBill 22: A call to Action Bill 22: A call to Action 2Clean BCBC launches stronger climate plan for a better future | BC Gov NewsCleanBC Roadmap to 2030 [pdf]Clean Energy Canada view B.C.’s climate roadmap sets the right course, but the clock is ticking and Dan WoynillowiczEfficiency Canada supportive Seth Klein reaction From leader to follower: B.C.’s updated climate plan – its “CleanBC Roadmap to 2030” – is not an emergency plan — Climate Emergency UnitCities billProvince gives local government more tools to increase housing | BC Gov NewsIntroduction of Municipal Affairs Statutes Amendment Act (No. 2), 2021 | BC Gov NewsB.C. government proposes legislation to speed up permitting applications (Globe & Mail)Other billsLegislative changes to support First Nations jurisdiction over education | BC Gov NewsProposed amendments will make per-vote allowance permanent | BC Gov NewsProvince takes aim at banning problem plastics | BC Gov News Segment 2: CabinetWho's who in Justin Trudeau's 2021 cabinet Quick takesGavin Dew supports conversion practices banAaron Gunn out of BC Liberal leadership, Laurie Throness is madGreen Party members are voting on Annamie Paul's leadership — weeks after she said she would quitCanadian government urged to rescue Afghan interpreters long before American withdrawal, leaked emails reveal

The BCNDP Government have introduced two major pieces of legislation this week. Their under fire for their first that would apply a "modest fee" to freedom of information requests and the other will overhaul the province's approach to forestry.But first we tee up the next round of the Greatest BC Premier Bracket and look at the contemporary BC Liberal premiers - Gordon Campbell and Christy Clark. Vote now.LinkSegment 1: Dom of InformationGovernment Release: Amendments strengthen access to information, protect people's privacy | BC Gov NewsCritics slam NDP's proposed Freedom of Information Act changesPremier’s office to be exempt from scrutiny under law changes: McEvoyPrivacy Commissioner letter [pdf]Horgan suggests there may be no feesBob Mackin is a busy beeAdam Olsen raises a question of privilege (2:35pm)Speaker Raj Chouhan rules againstProvince intends to introduce legislation to extend key COVID-19 orders | BC Gov News Segment 2: John speaks for the treesRelease: Revamped forest policy puts environment, people first | BC Gov NewsMinister introduces bill to 'reshape' forest management in B.C. What's next for BC ForestryQuick takesConservatives say they oppose 'secret' move to introduce mandatory vaccine rule for MPsVaughn Palmer: B.C. legislature to require vaccinations, politicians on all sides decide unanimouslyChrystia Freeland says new ‘targeted’ COVID-19 benefit programs to cost $7.4-billion, run until May 7If you’re fired for not getting vaccinated you won’t get EIAlberta 'anti-energy' inquiry doesn't outline impact of so-called misinformation

Aaron Gunn is officially wants to be in the race for leader of the BC Liberals but other contestants are divided over whether he should get the green light.First, we line up the Battle of the 90s NDP in this week's Greatest BC Premier Bracket. Vote now.LinksSegment 1: Welcome to the Gunn ShowLatest B.C. Liberal leadership candidate accused of being racist and transphobicMichael Lee is againstAaron Gunn says Lee is two-facedEllis Ross welcomes GunnQuick takesFairy Creek: Appeal court reinstates injunction against old-growth logging protestersKelowna-Lake Country MLA Norm Letnick open to considering a mayoral run – Kelowna Capital NewsCanada seeks to claw back $25M in COVID relief from thousands of fishers (maybe?)Legal talks are dragging out Annamie Paul's departure from Green leadershipConservative Party's national council suspends member after bid to recall O'Toole as leaderChinese-Canadian Tories urge O'Toole to resign, saying tough-on-China platform alienated votersPremier approvals

A potpourri episode: Trudeau goes to Tofino, Annamie Paul calls it quits, the BC Leg is back and Toronto loses at the Supreme Court.LinksVote in this week's Greatest BC Premier BracketTrudeau says he regrets travelling to Tofino, BC, on 1st National Day for Truth and ReconciliationAnnamie Paul quits, Elizabeth May speaks out‘There are no winners here, only losers.’ The inside story of how the Green party toppled Annamie Paul and tore itself apart in the processOpinion | Elizabeth May: Annamie Paul told me to stay silent. But now I must say something (no paywall)Conservatives invoke Reform Act Erin O'Toole says he has enough Conservative caucus support to stay on as leaderHistory of Reform Act votes The Reform ActLatest from the LegBill 17 Protected Areas of British Columbia Amendment Act, 2021 Conservation, culture at the heart of newly protected areas | BC Gov NewsBill 19 Societies Amendment Act, 2021 Societies amendment act delivers greater flexibility, ensures transparency | BC Gov NewsBill 21 Miscellaneous Statutes Amendment Act (No. 2), 2021 Introduction of miscellaneous bill | BC Gov NewsProvince launches comprehensive royalty review, releases independent assessment | BC Gov NewsFormer justice minister Wilson-Raybould wasn't consulted on Catholic residential school compensation: sourceFord government had right to cut number of Toronto wards during 2018 election, Supreme Court rules - Toronto (City) v. Ontario (Attorney General) - SCC Caseshttps://twitter.com/j_mcelroy/status/1446245608432365601/

Micah joins us again for a legal analysis of the Meng saga and the end of the Fairy Creek injunction. Plus the BC Liberal Leadership debate.Remember to vote in the Bracket.LinksUofA Indigenous Canada course@MicahGoldbergJudge ends injunction against Fairy Creek protests, citing 'substantial infringement of civil libertiesDecisionBC Liberals DebateAaron Gunn to make an announcement

The election is over and everyone lost, except Stewart Prest, who called it.First, this week's face-off in the Greatest BC Premier Bracket is between Liberals John Duncan Maclean and Thomas Dufferin "Duff" Pattullo. VoteLinksCurrent election resultsIan's look at regional shiftsStewart's article

It's the final countdown! The polls might be suggesting a small swing back to the Liberals, so we break down what might be going wrong with the Conservative campaign and what to expect on Monday evening after the polls close.But first we tee up the next round of the Greatest BC Premier Bracket, where we pit the two Liberal coalition premiers against one another. Vote here.LinksTrudeau, O’Toole, Singh call for apology over Bill 21 English debate questionLiberals would make it a criminal offence to block health-care buildings, threaten workersO'Toole says he'll work with provinces on 'their approaches' to reducing carbon emissions - National | Globalnews.caTwo federal NDP candidates resign after antisemitic social media posts spark backlashAnnamie Paul says she's considered stepping down as Green party leader

Ian and Scott react to the English language leader's debate, live on YouTube.Listen here or watch it on YouTube:

In the Greatest BC Premier Bracket we have our province's first two Liberal premiers facing off: Harlan Carey Brewster vs John Oliver. Voting is taking place now.Then we look at the week that was and dig into the Liberal Platform, which really begs the question of why did they call an election for this?And next week we're hosting a post-debate live stream, get full details and find the live stream at https://www.politicoast.ca/debate/LinksVote in the Greatest BC Premier BracketFederal party leaders square off in first French-language debate of the election campaignCandidate totalsLiberal candidate allowed to run for re-election despite past claims of inappropriate behaviour Independents Day for Winnipeg ridingProtests dogging Trudeau on the campaign trail are being loosely organized onlineVancouver Liberal candidate Taleeb Noormohamed flipped 21+ homes since 2005Erin O'Toole to ban puppy millsFirst Nations leaders endorse Liberal candidate while at an NDP eventGreen Party leader accidentally endorses Liberal environment planJagmeet Singh's custom poutine truck loses wheel on way to pre-debate photo opLiberal Platform Forward. For Everyone. PBO Estimates EPC Estimates - Election Proposal Costing More than 1,000 British Columbians lost to toxic illicit drugs in first half of 2021 | BC Gov NewsMinister's statement on International Overdose Awareness Day, lives lost | BC Gov NewsPost-debate livestream details

First up, we return to the Greatest BC Premier Bracket with our first pairing of Conservative premiers. Vote now.Then we catch up on the election and the really bad start the Liberals are having. And we review the latest moves by the BC Government to respond to the Delta-wave.LinkGreatest BC Premier BracketSegment 1The Liberal Housing PlanLiberals propose corporate tax hike on banks and insurance companies with profits over $1-billionAsking Financial Institutions to Help Canada Build Back Better | Our PlanNo platform? No problem, says Green leader — just use Google CPC Workers policiesTreat drug addiction as health, not criminal issue, O'Toole says in plan to tackle opioid crisis NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh pledges to lower cellphone and internet costs Singh pitches changing Toronto riding name to honour 'happy warrior' Jack LaytonSegment 2BC launches proof of vaccination to stop spread of COVID-19 | BC Gov News BC sees big jump in vaccination bookings after announcing COVID-19 vaccine passportHealth, safety remain focus for new school year | BC Gov News Message from the president: Vaccine declaration and follow-up screening at SFU - The President

David Moscrop returns to discuss the start of the 44th Canadian Election and the policy promises made to date.Greatest Premier Bracket postponed until Episode 254LinksTrudeau calls federal election, voters to go to the polls Sept. 20Here’s what died on the order paperOpinion | Canada is about to have an unnecessary, but very important, election. This is why.- David MoscropTrudeau warns of 'consequences' for public servants who duck COVID-19 shotsTrudeau promises $9b to long-term care “shortfalls” during Victoria campaign stopConservative Party of Canada Platform (PDF)Green leader will skip the campaign trail to focus on winning her own seat in Toronto

The election is (almost) underway with a scheduled start and the NDP releasing their platform. And we check in on the Greatest Premier BracketGreatest Premier Bracket, Round 2 of The Non-Partisans: politicoast.ca/bracketLinksSegment 1: And They’re [Almost] OffTrudeau planning to call a snap election for Sept. 20, sources sayNDP unveils campaign platform ahead of expected election callNDP PlatformQuicktakesReport of the Special Committee to Review Provisions of the Election ActBC orders mandatory COVID-19 vaccination for workers in assisted living and long-term careMajority of Canadians support mandatory vaccinations: Nanos surveyModerna to build a vaccine plant in Canada with federal cash, Champagne to announceFormer B.C. sergeant-at-arms Gary Lenz won’t face charges in legislature spending scanda

We kick off the greatest premier bracket looking at 14 (of 16) of the first non-partisan premiers of BC.Start voting: politicoast.ca/bracketLinksVote in the Greatest Premier BracketBackground on the premiers mentioned: Wikipedia and search them in the Dictionary of Canadian Biography.2021 Second Quarter Interim Financial Reports AvailableHousing issue could spell trouble for BC NDP, poll suggestsBritish Columbians Give Mixed Reviews to Horgan After Four YearsKelowna MLA joins BC Liberal leadership race Past comments by MerrifieldTrudeau considers making vaccination mandatory for public servants, federally regulated industriesNDP's Andrea Horwath backtracks on comments opposing mandatory vaccines for education workersQuebec premier announces vaccine passport system after rise in COVID-19 cases

Two hundred and fifty episodes down but no live show to celebrate. Ian does crack a beer to mark the occasion and to remind you of where the podcast started.Segment 1: COVID Strikes BackBC officials announce Central Okanagan restrictions following COVID-19 surge in Interior BC officials announce Central Okanagan restrictions following COVID-19 surge in Interior Health | Globalnews.caVax for BC launches to get more people vaccinated, recognize pandemic heroes | BC Gov NewsBC health officials hint at 'consequences' for those who aren't vaccinated against COVID-19 | CTV News Alberta to eliminate COVID-19 quarantine rules as cases rise among the unvaccinated Segment 2: Hot GG TakesSay no if Justin Trudeau asks for an election, Jagmeet Singh tells new governor generalJustin Trudeau blasts Jagmeet Singh’s request that the Governor General not agree to an electionGreen party bleeding cash amid legal battles with Annamie PaulAnnamie Paul says Green party convention will go ahead even if election is underwayThe Prime Minister announces the appointment of SenatorsPrime minister announces appointment of five new senatorsJason Kenney reactsGovernment interfering with ‘exclusive jurisdiction’ of House, Speaker tells courtQuick takesCanada approved deal to sell $74-million worth of explosives to Saudi ArabiaCSIS warns Canadian universities to be on alert for international espionage Have your say: The Government's proposed approach to address harmful content online - Canada.ca

It’s another emergency, both in BC and in the Federal Green PartySegment 1: EmergencyEmergencyInfoBCBC wildfires: quick statistics | BC Gov NewsDespite wildfires and heatwave threats, B.C. has never used Canada’s cellphone alert systemBC declares state of emergency as wildfires grow, forcing more evacuationsMetro Vancouver saw 15 times more heat wave deaths than estimated during unprecedented alertSegment 2: Green PartyStruggle for control of Green party heads to court Thread on the lawsuitElizabeth May statementDimitri Lascaris launches Green Left CanadaBackground story on ZatzmanQuick takesNova Scotians head to the polls Aug. 17Nisga'a Nation and partners propose new $10B LNG megaproject in B.C.New rules protect young workersBackground on age of work in BCPenticton goes to court over B.C.-run homeless shelter in cityRenaming places: how Canada is reexamining the map

Links:New Governor-General Mary Simon to be sworn in July 26Trudeau pledges billions in permanent funding for public transitConservative leader talks tourism, trade, SkyTrain with Langley ChamberNDP promises 1 million new jobs, better supports for workersGreen party considers membership review for embattled leaderGreen party brass move to block funding for leader Annamie Paul's riding campaign

We have a new Governor General, which must mean we're having a federal election.LinksSegment 1: Governor GeneralMary Simon named Canada’s 30th Governor General, the first Indigenous person to hold postInuk leader Mary Simon named Canada's 1st Indigenous governor generalSources tout Mary Simon as next Governor GeneralJulie Payette's commentSegment 2: Ready for an electionFederal, BC governments reach deal on child care fundingB.C. child care to cost $10-a-day on average in 5 years, leaders promiseCanada announces historic first early learning and child care agreementThe Government of Canada is taking the first steps in preparing for the procurement process to build a new train service in the Toronto to Quebec City CorridorTrudeau pledges $420M to phase out coal at Algoma Steel in campaign-style visit'True partner' for Albertans: Conservative head O'Toole confident in western supportJagmeet Singh Opens National Tour in Duncan Slamming Trudeau on Housing AffordabilityGreen Party temporarily lays off staff in Leader Annamie Paul’s officeGreen Leader Annamie Paul muted in virtual meeting as she argued against sweeping cuts to party staff‘What are equity-seeking groups?’ Confidential report reveals Greens’ problems supporting diverse candidates in 2019Diversity of federal candidates up from 2015 but advocates say more work to be doneGreens announce shadow cabinet Shadow Cabinet Jody Wilson-Raybould announces retirement from federal politicsAbacus: 2021 is not 2019: Liberals well ahead as Conservative vote hits a new lowQuick takesB.C.'s heat wave likely contributed to 719 sudden deaths in a week, coroner says — triple the usual numberPremier giddyAnger grows over B.C. Emergency Health Services' handling of heat wave that left hundreds deadReconciliation minister under fire for proposing reside.ntial school funds as leverage in '90s treaty talks Murray Rankin statementRoseAnne Archibald elected AFN national chief, first woman to hold roleFinance Department defies precedent, says it can delay law that eases tax burden for small businesses Photo credit: Sgt Johanie Maheu, Rideau Hall

We recorded on July 1 so we had to ask: Should we cancel Canada Day and what does that even mean?But before we get into it, we round up the latest news.Links3rd First Nation discovers unmarked residential school graves'Most homes' in Lytton, BC, destroyed by catastrophic fire, minister saysPremier Horgan under fire for saying “fatalities are a part of life”Aaron Gunn launches BC Liberal leadership exploratory committeeBC to lift COVID-19 restrictions on masks, enters stage 3 on July 1 - NEWS 1130RCMP investigating Winnipeg scientists fired from lab for possible transfer of intellectual property to ChinaDavid Lametti on Twitter: "Disappointed to see @CPC_HQ Senators deny unanimous consent to continue to advance #C6 over the summer. Canadians believe conversion therapy should be banned. Conservatives apparently disagree."Green party president says ultimatum to Annamie Paul still unanswered, putting her job in limboGreen party president says Annamie Paul's job still in limbo, demands retractionAnnamie Paul faces July 20 non-confidence vote as Green Party lays off staffInfrastructure Minister Catherine McKenna set to retire from politics Trudeau defends Bennett after 'racist and misogynist' textBuilding a green economy: Government of Canada to require 100% of car and passenger truck sales be zero-emission by 2035 in CanadaPerspectives on Canada Day: A Postmedia - Leger Poll – LegerTruth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action

We check in on the state of Ottawa, the bills that passed and what's likely to die on the order paper should Trudeau pull the plug on Parliament. And we round up the latest BC Liberal leadership news.LinksSask. First Nation announces discovery of 751 unmarked graves near former residential school Here’s what the Trudeau government left unfinished as Parliament rises for the summer — and maybe an electionLegislation at a glanceOttawa outlines new legislation to define and crack down on online hate speech Liberals take House Speaker to court to block release of unredacted records about fired scientistsTop public-health official defies Parliament and refuses to release documents on fired scientists MPs vote to censure Sajjan over handling of sexual misconduct in the Armed ForcesTrudeau taps a former labour leader and a mayor to fill Senate vacanciesMahmud Jamal says being the first person of colour nominated to Supreme Court is a 'tremendous responsibility'Quick takesBC Liberals: Former chamber CEO enters leadership contest, promises party restartThe Believe in BC Future Economy Pack - Gavin Dew

The BC Liberals released their election debrief looking at what went wrong and what they should learn. And an expert panel has a lot of recommendations on housing.But will anyone learn anything?And our quick take looks at the latest in the federal Green drama.LinksBC Liberals release campaign debrief report [PDF ]Expert Panel on the Future of Housing Supply & Affordability [PDF]An Extra Burden: The Clergy Residence Deduction - British Columbia Humanist Association Jenica Atwin new statementGreen Party's Annamie Paul survives emergency meeting over leadershipGreen Leader Annamie Paul says attempt to force her out driven by racism, sexism‘I am not a token:’ Freeland fires back at Paul’s accusation she is Trudeau’s ‘female shield’

The 3 nations surrounding Fairy Creek have asked for, and received, a deferral on old growth logging in their territories but the protesters aren’t backing down yet. And a prominent Green MP jumps ship suggesting deeper troubles in the party.LinksSegment 1Old growth harvesting deferred in Fairy Creek, Walbran areas | BC Gov NewsBC agrees to defer old-growth logging for 2 years in Fairy Creek and central Walbran areasSquamish Nation calls on B.C. to halt old-growth logging in traditional territoriesTahltan and BC further their vision of shared prosperity | BC Gov NewsSegment 2Green MP Jenica Atwin crossing the floor to join the LiberalsQuick takesG7 finance ministers reach historic deal to set 15 per cent minimum corporate tax rateFederal government opening immigration options for Hong Kongers to come to CanadaParliament adopts motion demanding Trudeau halt 'belligerent' court fights versus First Nations kids, survivorsSettlement reached on residential school day scholars class-action lawsuitSkye's legacy: Recommendations in report on death of Indigenous teen in B.C. careNew legislation moves BC toward inclusive universal child care | BC Gov NewsMore licensed child care options coming to BC families | BC Gov NewsRob Shaw twitter thread on childcareRob Shaw - Ministry of AirFord government set to invoke notwithstanding clause after court rejects election finance changesFord’s notwithstanding clause usage background twitter thread

A heavier episode this week as we begin with our reflections as settlers to the tragic news out of Kamloops.Survivors, including intergenerational survivors, can access support by contacting Indian Residential Schools Survivors Society toll-free at 1-800-721-0066. 24-hour national crisis line: 1-866-925-4419. Or please donate to them at irsss.caHere’s the 1st steps Canada plans to take in light of the MMIWG inquiryVancouver archbishop apologizes for Catholic Church's role in residential schoolsWhere are the Children buried? Introduction [PDF] TRC 94 Calls to Action Then we look at the government's forestry intentions paper and what that might mean for the future of the standoff at Fairy Creek.New vision for sustainable forest policy puts people, communities first | BC Gov News Politicians, environmentalists, industry divided on B.C.'s forestry plan | CBCThree Days in the Theatre of Fairy Creek | The TyeeVaughn Palmer: UNDRIP behind Horgan's slow, measured response to Indigenous issues

We speak to Haleluya Hailu from Dogwood's Vote16BC campaign about their goal to change the voting age to 16. Then we get into the details of BC's new restart plan, hug days and how our plan stacks up to Alberta and Ontario's.LinksDogwood BC: Lower the voting age to 16 in B.C.BC's Restart: A plan to bring us back togetherStronger public health measures | Alberta.ca “Open for Summer Plan”Travel and timing: Alberta and B.C. release provincial plans to reopenOntario Releases Three-Step Roadmap to Safely Reopen the ProvinceOntario reopening plan, BC reopening plan, Alberta reopening plan, Ontario lockdown, Ontario restrictions, Ontario step one, Doug ford announcementQuick takes'I just felt so alone': For Fairy Creek protesters, RCMP presence without media and legal observers was 'scary'Where did the old-growth tree seen on the BC highway come from?BC's old-growth forest panel expert Garry Merkel weighs in on Fairy CreekCRTC scraps plan to mandate lower wholesale internet ratesCanada announces plans to land a rover on the moonImage credit: Student voices via Wikimedia

Hotel employees are fighting layoffs and lockouts and highlighting the disproportionate impact this is having on women and racialized workers. And candidates are putting their names forward for BC Liberal leader and to unseat incumbents in the next federal election.Segment 1: BC's Unequal WomenBC's Unequal Women campaign siteUNITE HERE Local 40Segment 2: The Falcon and the Winter VoterFormer cabinet minister Kevin Falcon to run for leadership of BC LiberalsKevin Falcon wants to change BC Liberal nameFalcon campaign stumblesMichael Lee is "ready to run"Avi Lewis National Campaign Launch Tickets, Sat, 22 May 2021 at 4:00 PM Dr Lisa Gunderson for Esquimalt-Saanich-SookeQuick takesBill 96 In Quebec: 9 French Language Reforms Proposed By The CAQQuebec's proposed changes to Constitution seem small, but they could prompt historic makeover 'It could be very messy': What happens if we can all amend the Constitution?Quebec's attempt to unilaterally amend the Canadian Constitution won't flyFortin out as Canada's vaccine campaign lead amid military probe into sexual misconduct claim, sources sayQuebec prosecutor's office to decide on possible charges against Maj.-Gen. Dany Fortin

It's the end for the protected status for 17 ridings in northern BC, which spells extra difficulties for the BC Liberals if they can't make gains with urban BC again. And John Horgan rolls out a paid sick leave policy that will help - as long as you don't get sick more than once.LinksSegment 1: BenchesRestoring independence to electoral boundaries commissions | BC Gov NewsBill 7 - ELECTORAL BOUNDARIES COMMISSION AMENDMENT ACT, 2021BC to add up to 6 new MLAs next election — but seats could be reduced in the InteriorFind someone who talks about you the way Mike Farnworth talks about benchesSegment 2: Sick leaveBC's paid sick leave will support workers, reimburse businessesBill 13 - Employment Standards Amendment Act (No 2), 2021Quick takeskevinfalcon.caBelieve in BC Family Pack: Let's Make BC Better for FamiliesHow a vacancy in a safe Conservative seat could mean headaches for Erin O'TooleLeslyn Lewis acclaimed in Haldimand-Norfolk after local entrepreneur denied candidacyConservatives OK to have used CBC footage in election attack ads, court rulesTrudeau in apparent conflict on WE but not a formal ethics breach, commissioner finds, Morneau’s actions declared a clear violation Greyhound Canada shutting down all bus service permanentlyBC government cuts funding to cities to help battle climate changePhoto credit (in part): flickr/bcgovphotos

The National Advisory Committee on Immunization released what many deemed to be unhelpful comments when they called the mRNA vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna the "preferred vaccines" while the Astrazeneca shot would do in a pinch for frontline workers and people living in hotspots. It's a textbook case of how not to instill confidence in your vaccination rollout.Then we look at Jeremy Hainsworth's exclusive investigation for BIV that found allegations that patients at a rehab clinic outside Prince George were forced to phone bank for Kevin Falcon's failed BC Liberal leadership bid and for Shirly Bond's election campaign.LinksSegment 1Canadians should wait for Pfizer or Moderna vaccine if they can, federal advisory committee saysHead of NACI wouldn't give AZ shot to her sisterNACI chair says advice not meant to give AstraZeneca recipients vaccine remorseNo need for buyer's remorse on AstraZeneca shots, NACI co-chair says'Preferred vaccines' messaging from federal panel sparks concern, criticism from health expertsSegment 2INVESTIGATION: B.C.-owned addiction rehab allegedly used for Liberal politicking, contract awardsReport: Architect of Alberta’s anti-harm reduction, abstinence-only addictions treatment regime forced recovery patients to do political campaigningShirley Bond replyAlberta gov't staffer denies wrongdoing in politicking allegations Quick takes2021 First Quarter Interim Financial Reports AvailableEllis Ross campaign pageCOVID-19: Leaked reports show B.C. health authorities withholding data from the publicMoney-laundering inquiry calls back ex-minister over inconsistencies during 1st round of testimony BC secures new shipbuilding contractTrudeau government promises coast guard two new icebreakers, splits work between Seaspan and Davie NDP promises foreign buyers’ tax, half a million new homes to cool housing marketErin O’Toole says he’s ‘going to look closely’ at Australia’s model for mandatory voting

BC Today's Shannon Waters fills in for Ian for a discussion of the BC Government's COVID communication challenges and the legislation making it way through the BC Legislature.Main Segment LinksDo not pass Go. (Unless you want to, I guess? Nobody's stopping you.)All bark and no bite? Still no enforcement of B.C. travel ban BC considering mixing and matching vaccines — Politics TodayCOVID-19: Health officials apologize for confusion over pop-up clinics No timeline yet for BC paid sick leave legislation - NEWS 1130Legislation will build a more accessible, inclusive BC500-million investment fund to help small, medium-sized businessesBooze on the verge of being legal at some Vancouver parks and beachesBill 8

We compare and contrast the new federal and provincial budgets and rant once more about the (non) response to COVID-19.Main Segment LinksBC Budget 2021 Details of BC budget: Province tables 2021 fiscal plan amid 3rd wave of COVID-19 pandemicBowinn Ma in Fraser Valley CurrentFederal Budget 2021: A Recovery Plan for Jobs, Growth and ResilienceHighlights of budget 2021: Billions for green economic growth, healthier Indigenous communitiesBudget 2021: Science underpins targeted investments to drive equitable recovery and long-term prosperityNDP’s 2019 promiseQuick takesCOVID-19: B.C. announces travel restrictions, lowers eligible age for AstraZeneca vaccineCOVID-19: RCMP union, legal advocates and First Nations groups raise concerns over B.C. travel restrictions COVID-19: New travel restrictions cause confusion, anxiety for B.C. residents, Liberals sayB.C. to introduce legislation requiring employers to pay workers who miss shifts for COVID vaccinePossible paid sick leave coming to BCCanada bans flights from India and Pakistan for 30 daysNechako Lakes MLA stands by his defence of atmospheric CO2 after legislative debate Quebec Superior Court upholds most of religious symbols ban, but English-language schools exemptPhoto credit: flickr/bcgovphotos

MLAs are back in the legislature for a new throne speech and new bills and Erin O’Toole comes around on the carbon tax.LinksSegment 1: BC PoliticsThrone Speech Text BC moves forward on drug decriminalization, new overdose emergency response funding $2 billion to support thousands of new homes for middle-income families | BC Gov News Pacheedaht First Nation says old-growth activists 'not welcome' in Fairy Creek area Elder Bill Jones statement2020 Annual Financial Reports Available Segment 2: The CPC Climate PlanConservative Leader Erin O'Toole announces climate change plan - Secure the FutureAssessing the impacts of the Conservative Plan to Combat Climate ChangeQuick takesAt NDP convention, a new wealth tax on millionaires and a $20 minimum wage gain favour Liberal delegates endorse a universal basic income, reject capital gain tax hike Liberals plan to wrap up committee probing Gen. Vance’s sexual misconduct allegationsLiberals limit timeline on committee study of sexual misconduct in military Italian-Canadians to get formal apology for treatment during Second World War

We speak to new candidate in the race for leader of the BC Liberal Party Gavin Dew, plus part of a crossover Scott recently did with the new Unbound podcast.LinksGavin Dew's campaignUnbound Podcast

Circuit breakers, emergency brakes and no brakes as provinces deal with spiking covid cases, which is all us young people’s fault.LinksBC Three-week circuit breaker begins now to bend the curve, protect peopleOntario Implements Provincewide Emergency BrakeThree Quebec cities head back into lockdown as COVID-19 variants spreadKenney pleads with Albertans to follow public health orders, but won't add restrictionsJob-protected leave for workers to get COVID-19 vaccineRob Shaw for The Orca: Wrong message, worst timeAndrew Kurjata thread on being gaslit by the provinceGavin Dew Twitter announcementPolitical strategist Gavin Dew announces B.C. Liberal leadership bidBC HousingMore homes coming for people in need in VancouverRevelstoke - 24 on-bed units being builtPrince George - new build with 50 affordable rentals & 50 supportive to be builtVictoria - 70 new temporary spaces for homeless from renovated buildingVictoria - 192 permanent homes for homeless in 4 buildings to be builtLangford - 120 new affordable homes openWhistler - 45 affordable rental homes for >100 residents openHaida Gwaii - 19 new supportive homes openRapid Housing Initiative in Capital Region to support 91 new homes for homelessQuick takesIt’s time for Canada to focus on expanding our populationPolitiCoast Ep 203 with Century Initiative interviewBorder and Rule – Fernwood PublishingFormer prime minister Jean Chrétien part of secretive project to store nuclear waste in Labrador, emails showForeign Ministry Spokesperson Announces Sanctions on Relevant US and Canadian Individuals and EntityChina sanctions MP Michael Chong, federal subcommittee

Shannon Waters returns to recap the most recent session of the legislature and then we look the Supreme Court of Canada’s finding that the federal carbon tax is constitutional.LinksPolitics Today | Canada's Most Comprehensive Political Newsletter PublicationsFollow Shannon @BCTodayOfficial & @sobittersosweetJudgement Reference re Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing ActCBC Summary Supreme Court rules Ottawa's carbon tax is constitutionalConservative delegates reject adding 'climate change is real' to the policy bookTasha Kheiriddin: The Conservative convention was a smashing success — for the Trudeau LiberalsChange in leadership rules shows Conservative Party's old fault lines haven't gone awayPublic Health Agency was unprepared for the pandemic and 'underestimated' the danger, auditor general saysReport 8—Pandemic Preparedness, Surveillance, and Border Control Measures (full report)Report 8—Pandemic Preparedness, Surveillance, and Border Control Measures (summary)Macleans Year One: The untold story of the pandemic in CanadaCanada joins U.S. and U.K. in imposing sanctions on China over treatment of Uyghur MuslimsAs diplomatic crisis deepens, Canada slaps sanctions on four Chinese officials over human rights abusesCanada’s envoy to Beijing summoned home for high-level talks as Western sanctions hit ChinaLiberals to instruct staffers to not appear if summoned to testify before parliamentary committees: Rodriguez

Housing Minister David Eby overrules Penticton City Council to keep a supportive housing project open. And Bill C-7 becomes law, expanding Canada’s medical assistance in dying regime. But first, British Columbians are getting their COVID vaccines by Canada Day!BC Today is the daily newsletter dedicated exclusively to BC Politics. Sign up for a free two-week trial and listen to the episode for your code for an exclusive subscription deal if you decide to continue. Start your trial at politicstoday.news/free-trialLinksFront-line workers prioritized as COVID-19 vaccine rollout acceleratesAttorney-general will overrule Penticton city council on closure of homeless shelterCanadians not near death gain access to assisted dying as Senate passes Bill C-7Spanish Parliament passes assisted dying billLaw prohibiting election misinformation struck downHow can Canada's Conservative Party grow support? A gap analysisFormer BC cabinet minister and longtime MP Ian Waddell dies at age 78Vaughn Palmer: Accolades flow for the uncommon Ian Waddell Photo credit: Flickr/bcgovphotos

It’s been a bad week and a half of headlines for Erin O’Toole’s Conservatives. Their upcoming convention presents the chance to turn things around or create further headaches for the new leader.Plus a leftist think tank supports cutting beer taxes, BC appeals a loss over ICBC reforms and is challenged to do better for old-growth forests. Trudeau names a panel to appoint the next Governor General while his government cut funding to an accessible library service.BC Today is the daily newsletter dedicated exclusively to BC Politics. Sign up for a free two-week trial and listen to the episode for your code for an exclusive subscription deal if you decide to continue. Start your trial at politicstoday.news/free-trialLinksUnlike past Conservative leaders, Erin O'Toole has enjoyed no bump in the polls338Canada: O'Toole's numbers sourAs tensions rise in Conservative caucus, Erin O'Toole's leadership is put to the testAnti-abortion groups seek to dominate Conservative policy conventionNew Report: An Examination of Beer Taxation in CanadaB.C. government will appeal court ruling on ICBC reformsBC not on track to meet milestones for old-growth, First Nations and forestry transitionB.C. urged to protect at-risk old growth while it works to transform forestry policySmall island off BC coast returned to local First NationNew panel named to advise Trudeau on choosing governor general to succeed PayetteAdvocates urge Liberals to cancel 'devastating' cut to services for Canadians with print reading disabilitiesTo reduce gender inequality, introduce paid sick leaveGendered language changes reduce barriersTranscript

John Horgan moves ahead with a dam and unleashes the legislative floodwaters with a raft of new bills.BC Today is the daily newsletter dedicated exclusively to BC Politics. Sign up for a free two-week trial and listen to the episode for your code for an exclusive subscription deal if you decide to continue. Start your trial at politicstoday.news/free-trialSegment 1: It’ll be a Site to SeeBC Gov News: Province provides update, next steps for Site CCBC Site C dam budget nearly doubles to $16B, but BC NDP forging on with megaprojectVaughn Palmer: Latest Site C cost estimate likely to escalate even moreVaughn Palmer: Election call came just after meeting that highlighted Site C problemsSegment 2: Leg is backProgress of Bills - 1st session, 42nd ParliamentNew measures to curb gun violenceNew fairness officer to build trust in ICBC processesProperty tax grant program streamlined for quicker servicePreventing renovictions, extending rent freeze to benefit tenantsAmendments to improve oversight for real estate, financial servicesLegislation strengthens transparency, modernizes local election financingMinister’s statement on interim supply billQuick TakesBC Liberals Officially Launch Leadership RaceKaty Merrifield tweets one and twoICBC: Court rules government efforts to limit trials in minor injury claims is unconstitutionalConservation officer fired for refusing to kill bear cubs sues to get his job back

We respond to some feedback on our alleged anti-Green bias and a roundup of smaller stories from the past week.LinksFeedback [email protected] versus Toronto — Politics TodayBC Blasted for Joining Ontario's Fight to Limit Rights of Municipal VotersBC's SubmissionPermanent wholesale liquor pricing will help hospitality sector recover Majority of Canadians think it's high time to decriminalize illicit drugs: poll – Surrey Now-Leader Canada's top military commander steps aside following sexual misconduct claimFederal Conservatives call for suspension of hotel quarantine policy following reports of sexual assault MPs vote to label China's persecution of Uighurs a genocideBiden holds first foreign meeting with Canada's Justin TrudeauFeds get another month to reform assisted-dying law as bill stalls in the Commons Photo via Twitter @KermitTheFrog

The Liberals introduce new gun control and justice reform bills and China continues to befuddle Canadian foreign policy.BC Today is the daily newsletter dedicated exclusively to BC Politics. Sign up for a free two-week trial and listen to the episode for your code for an exclusive subscription deal if you decide to continue. Start your trial at politicstoday.news/free-trialSegment 1: Gangs and gunsLiberals introduce buy-back program for banned firearms but price tag unclearLiberals reverse course on mandatory assault-rifle buyback program, opting to make it voluntaryTrudeau government would allow municipalities to ban handguns under new billLiberals Move To Scrap Mandatory Minimum Sentences For Some Drug ChargesSegment 2: ChinaConservatives urge moving Beijing Olympics over Uyghur atrocities, but Trudeau disputes use of term ‘genocide’Parliament to vote on recognizing China’s persecution of Uyghurs as genocideCanada creates coalition with 57 countries to declare arbitrary detentions immoralAnti-Asian hate crime up 717% in Vancouver compared to last year | NewsQuick takesJudge denies B.C.'s request for injunction against churches breaking COVID-19 rulesText of the decisionAndrew Wilkinson formally resigns as BC Liberal leader months after election defeatSkeena MLA to run for BC Liberal Party leadership – Terrace StandardPeople are complaining to the wrong John Horgan about the SkyTrain | UrbanizedJohn Horgan dad joke

A potpourri episode of a random assortment of news from decriminalization to COVID to the Green Party and much, much more.BC Today is the daily newsletter dedicated exclusively to BC Politics. Sign up for a free two-week trial and listen to the episode for your code for an exclusive subscription deal if you decide to continue. Start your trial at politicstoday.news/free-trialLinksBC seeks exemption to decriminalize drug possession ($)B.C. asks federal government for exemption to decriminalize illicit drugsMore than 1,700 lives lost in 2020 due to toxic illicit drugs | BC Gov NewsCEO of health authority leaves organization after report into alleged misspendingOttawa announces $3-billion-a-year transit transfer to cities, $5.9-billion for stimulus projectsPoilievre leaves Finance as Conservatives shuffle critic roles Green Party Leader Annamie Paul to run in Toronto Centre, setting stage for rematchSome Greens worry internal conflict will hobble new leader Annamie Paul in the next electionSome ineligible self-employed CERB recipients won't be forced to repay, government saysThe Daily — Labour Force Survey, January 2021Canada’s visa application centre in Beijing run by Chinese policeOntario postponing March Break to mid-April, says education ministerPremier says B.C. has no plans to move spring break, asks out of province visitors to stay awayNL election delayed for nearly half the province due to COVID-19State of COVID in NewfoundlandIain Rankin will be next premier of Nova ScotiaImage: Sheila Malcolmson, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, via flickr/bcgovphotos

The latest fundraising data shows where BC’s political parties stand and continued vaccine rollout difficulties.BC Today is the daily newsletter dedicated exclusively to BC Politics. Sign up for a free two-week trial and listen to the episode for your code for an exclusive subscription deal if you decide to continue. Start your trial at politicstoday.news/free-trialLinksSegment 1: Raking in the big bucks2020 Provincial General Election Financing Reports AvailableZussman tweet re Throness2020 Fourth Quarter Interim Financial Reports AvailableSegment 2: COVID woesAirlines suspending certain flights, Ottawa introducing quarantine hotel stays to discourage travelCanada mulls new travel restrictions to close land border loophole: Transport ministerEnhanced safety measures for K-12 schoolsPfizer COVID-19 vaccine delays are longer than expected, Ottawa saysCanada doesn't know how many more Moderna doses will be delivered, or why there are delaysEU says it has authorized vaccine delivery to CanadaCanada the only G7 country to take vaccines from fund that helps developing countriesWith Novavax deal, Canada could be producing COVID-19 vaccine domestically by the fallEvery COVID-19 vaccine maker was asked to make their doses in Canada and all said no, Anand saysNew facility to be built in Vancouver will produce 240 million vaccine doses annually | Urbanized Officials apologize after more than 200 vaccine doses pulled from remote BC community Quick takesBC drivers to receive average of $190 each from ICBC pandemic rebateProud Boys among 13 groups added to Canada's list of terrorist entitiesNDP repays multimillion-dollar campaign debt amid tough fundraising climate during pandemicO'Toole: Trudeau faces 'conflict of interest' if he picks next governor generalRex Murphy: No, Don Cherry can't be governor general. He likes people

BC’s Basic Income Panel has released a behemoth 529-page report that ultimately recommends not adopting a universal basic income but instead beefing up existing social supports. We take an initial deep dive into this expansive work. And the province is rolling out its vaccination program amid procurement challenges and widespread COVID-fatigue.Supporters/partnersBC Today is the daily newsletter dedicated exclusively to BC Politics. Sign up for a free two-week trial and listen to the episode for your code for an exclusive subscription deal if you decide to continue. Start your trial at politicstoday.news/free-trialGet informed fast with the top business and tech news every morning. Get the top Canadian and global business, finance, and tech stories in an entertaining and informative email that only takes 10 minutes to read each morning. Subscribe to The Peak newsletter and The Peak Weekly Podcast.LinksSegment 1: Covering the basics of basic incomeBasic Income ReportTedds ThreadsOne - panel composition and terms of referenceTwo - reforming disability assistance into a basic incomeThree - basic income for youth aging out of careFour - supports for people escaping domestic & intimate partner violenceFive - expand basic servicesSix - what they found looking at basic incomeSegment 2: Get shotBC takes next steps to protect people with COVID-19 vaccine rollout planOfficials insist Canada still on track for 4M Pfizer doses by March despite planning dataGarneau won't rule out invoking Emergencies Act to limit pandemic travelFurstenau criticizes pandemic responseInternal government review found uneven COVID-19 response in British Columbia long-term care homesCanada's COVID-19 Alert: BC government missing in action Quick takesJohn Horgan: Future of Canada’s shipbuilding industry must focus on B.C.Lynn Beyak, the senator who defended residential schools, is resigning

The governor general resigns and the conservatives remove former leadership candidate Derek Sloan from caucus.Supporters/partnersBC Today is the daily newsletter dedicated exclusively to BC Politics. Sign up for a free two-week trial and listen to the episode for your code for an exclusive subscription deal if you decide to continue. Start your trial at politicstoday.news/free-trialGet informed fast with the top business and tech news every morning. Get the top Canadian and global business, finance, and tech stories in an entertaining and informative email that only takes 10 minutes to read each morning. Subscribe to The Peak newsletter and The Peak Weekly Podcast.Segment 1: Payette outIndependent firm completes review into claims of 'toxic' environment at Rideau HallTrudeau defends his choice for governor general amid revelations about her pastSegment 2: Sloan outConservatives vote to eject Derek Sloan from caucus after donation from white nationalistPressProgress: Conservative Party of Canada Confirms Conservative MP Derek Sloan Accepted Donation From Neo-NaziReform Act, 2014 ( SC 2015, c. 37)Quick takesPremier's statement on restricting interprovincial travelBC won't ban interprovincial travel, premier saysPrevious ruling: N.L.'s COVID-19 travel ban decision to be appealed, Canadian Civil Liberties Association saysVaughn Palmer: Child report hammers NDP plan for more involuntary detentionsReport: Detained: Rights of children and youth under the Mental Health ActFour-month delay in prescribing safe drug supply costing lives, says B.C. advocateAndrew Wilkinson still has not resigned as leader of the BC LiberalsKevin Falcon: Misguided policies are undermining the quality of life in urban centresGavin Dew: Time for politics to embrace big ideasAaron Gunn speculationKenney calls on federal government to impose trade sanctions if Biden does not review Keystone XL decision“I don’t even know who you are” via Avengers Endgame