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COVID-19 recession scenarios for BC: one is bad; the other is worse

COVID-19 recession scenarios for BC: one is bad; the other is worse

We already know the economic fallout will be painful - the question is how bad?
OK boomer, please stay home

OK boomer, please stay home

Jody Vance: It seems as though the generation most vulnerable to COVID-19 is also the one most often risking infection.
#BCPOLI Hotstove: Dreaming of recovery

#BCPOLI Hotstove: Dreaming of recovery

With topics ranging from Bad Political Tweets, to How To Make Quarantine Birthdays Special, it's the most eclectic Hotstove since that time Santa showed up.
Will the economy ever fully recover?

Will the economy ever fully recover?

The economy will bounce back, even if some businesses don’t. But don’t expect a rapid recovery after COVID-19 recedes.
Instead of shaming, try offering to help

Instead of shaming, try offering to help

We’re in this together – some people face different circumstances and need a helping hand, not insensitive criticism.
Oil glut, COVID-19 crisis punishing world crude prices

Oil glut, COVID-19 crisis punishing world crude prices

With demand and supply shock acting simultaneously, crude markets are imploding. And this is just the tip of the iceberg.
UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck — Episode 65

UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck — Episode 65

Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
Bed shortage

Bed shortage

Gwyn Morgan: Canada’s healthcare system entered the COVID-19 crisis already short on hospital and ICU capacity.
A place of reconciliation and pride

A place of reconciliation and pride

The process can include something as simple as discovering the ancient name for where you live.
#BCPOLI Hotstove: The No April Fools Edition

#BCPOLI Hotstove: The No April Fools Edition

Your weekly date with #BCPOLI banter.