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Realtor Kashif Sheikh, 46, of Delta drowns while trying to rescue his daughter from Kelowna creek KASHIF Sheikh, 46, of Delta had posed with his children at the Mill Creek waterfall at Old Vernon and Spencer roads in Kelowna last Sunday for a photograph, shortly before his 13-year-old daughter slipped in and he jumped after her to rescue her. RCMP told the media that they had learned that the daughter was able to get to shore, but the realtor couldn’t make it. Bystanders, who pulled the man from the water, tried CPR on him and paramedics who rushed there, took over from them. However, they couldn’t resuscitate him. Sheikh was a realtor with Nationwide Realty Corp. in Surrey. According to his Facebook, he studied at UBC Sauder School of Business and was from Lahore in Pakistan. Ray Arneja of Nationwide Realty Corp. told The VOICE that Sheikh was also working at Vancouver International Airport. He joined their brokerage in January. Arneja said: “The whole purpose of joining our brokerage was as he said, ‘I want to spend more time with my family. Eventually I want to quit my job.’ He said, ‘I want to do real estate on my own schedule.’” He was with Team 3000 Realty in Vancouver, but he moved to Nationwide Realty Corp. because they do a lot of commercial real estate. He felt that he

Kashif Sheikh with his four children. Photo: GoFundMe page would be in a position to quit his job at the airport if he did commercial real estate as well. Arneja said: “We put him on a mentorship program and he was supposed to finish that in August after which he would have been a full-time realtor.” Arneja said Sheikh was always smiling and relaxed. “You would never see a frown on his face,” he added. He was very helpful and made friends easily with all the realtors. He would share all his knowledge with them and even go door knocking with them.

One of Sheikh’s friends, Harjit Sandhu, posted the following on his Facebook: “Kashif was a great teammate, full of fun and enjoyment, one of the best captain Cosmos Cricket club ever had (2009/2010).” A GoFundMe page “To Support Kashif’s Family” has been set up and had collected $106,114 of its $200,000 goal by Thursday evening. A second GoFundMe page “Kashif Sheikh’s Family Fund: Loving Father of 4’ had raised $25,629 of its $50,000 goal by Thursday evening.

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SURREY’S Gurdwara Dukh Nivaran Sahib Society is opening a food bank on Canada Day (Wednesday, July1) under the name Guru Nanak Food Bank. Narinder Singh, gurdwara president who will be the chairman of the bank, said that Gurdwara Dukh Nivaran Sahib Society has provided more than 74,000 packages of meals and groceries to those I need during this COVID-19 crisis. “We want to continue to do so,” he added. On this occasion, the gurdwara will also

celebrate the 100th birthday of their volunteer Sohan Singh Walia (in photo), who is Narinder Singh’s father. Ever since he came to Canada three decades ago from Ranipur village in Phagwara, Punjab, he’s been involved in volunteer work (“seva”) in various gurdwaras in the Lower Mainland. He is a proud third great-grandfather (greatgreat-great-grandfather). The ceremonies are scheduled to start at 1 p.m. on July 1 at unit 101 15299 68th Avenue in Surrey.

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South Asian teacher confronts an allegedly rude white woman who turns out to be Delta Police Chief’s wife TALK about white privilege – and the arrogance that goes with it! Richmond school district teacher Kiran Sidu, a Surrey resident, says she experienced not only a verbal attack, but also an alleged physical assault. According to the Delta Optimist newspaper, several weeks ago, Sidu left a socially-distanced picnic at Centennial Beach early. She wasn’t familiar with the beach area and was forced to climb onto some rocks to get to where her car was because the tide was coming in. The rocks were along the residential property line of Delta Police Chief Neil Dubord’s home and soon she had his wife, Lorraine, reportedly yelling at her to get down. Sidu told the newspaper that she couldn’t comply with that demand because of the tides that she was later told by a police officer were 10 to 12 feet high. She tried explaining her predicament to Lorraine, but the latter allegedly rudely told her: “If I was as fat as you, I wouldn’t be at the beach.” Sidu told the newspaper: “I kept going, and I called her a ‘Karen’ [according

Delta Police Chief Neil Dubord. to Urban Dictionary, Karen is “the stereotypical name associated with rude, obnoxious and insufferable middle aged white women”] and asked whether she was going to call the police. She started it and I’m not one to be a victim of abuse from anyone. I almost slipped at one point, and she said it would be so funny if you fell. I swore at her again and she said she would spray me with her hose.” Lorraine actually followed up on her threat, spraying Sidu with a garden hose. Sidu told the Delta Optimist: “She is an adult woman, I’m an adult

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Sidu filed a complained with the Delta Police Department that was handed over to Surrey RCMP to investigate. Lorraine emailed the Delta Optimist on Thursday afternoon: “I would like to apologize to the individual involved in the way the situation was handled at Centennial

woman. I was made to feel so unwelcome in these white spaces, which is something I’m aware of being a racialized woman in these white spaces as a teacher, as an active member of my union and I work on changing that.”

Beach three weeks ago. Everyone should feel welcomed and supported in our community.” Delta Mayor George Harvie, who is also chair of the Delta Police Board, told the newspaper: “I have recently made statements along with Delta council and the Delta Police Board absolutely and un-

equivocally condemning racism in our city. Without question there is systemic racism in our society. I fully recognize that as leaders we need to do more to combat racism, hatred and discrimination in our community.” The Delta Optimist deserves praise for this piece of excellent reporting.

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IT has been referred to as the “shadow pandemic” in Canada. As COVID-19 indiscriminately touches people in large communities and small households, it has brought another kind of virus – one that does discriminate – to the doorsteps of only some Canadians. That virus is racism. Across the country, assaults, verbal threats, graffiti and worse – all directed at people of Chinese (and other East Asian) descent – have been reported since the pandemic was declared. Now, in the first study of its kind since the pandemic was declared, new data from the non-profit Angus Reid Institute in partnership with the University of Alberta reveals the experiences and emotions of those directly affected. Results from this survey of more than 500 Canadians of Chinese ethnicity underscore the extent and depth to which they have been exposed to discriminatory behaviours, and the effect on their own sense of self and belonging in this country.

since the pandemic began, while just as many (29%) say they have frequently been made to feel as though they posed a threat to the health and safety of others. It is perhaps unsurprising then, that a majority believe Canadians in general blame people of Chinese ethnicity for COVID-19, or that just 13 per cent believe others in this country view them as fully Canadian “all the time”. More Key Findings:

Half (50%) report being called names or insulted as a direct result of the COVID-19 outbreak, and a plurality (43%) further say they’ve been threatened or

intimidated. Additionally, three-in-ten (30%) report being frequently exposed to racist graffiti or messaging on social media

* Six-in-ten (61%) say they have adjusted their routines in order to avoid run-ins or otherwise unpleasant encounters since the COVID-19 outbreak began * Two-thirds (64%) report feeling coverage from North American news outlets has led to negative views of people of Chinese ethnicity in Canada * Just over half are worried that Asian children are going to be bullied when they return to school due to the COVID-19 outbreak

Supreme Court ruling on Uber underscores workers’ rights: Canadian Labour Congress THE Canadian Labour Congress on Friday said that by ruling that Uber drivers have a right to reasonable dispute resolution, the Supreme Court of Canada has defended the workers’ rights. “This decision underscores the message that a worker is a worker,” said Canadian Labour Congress President, Hassan Yussuff. “This ruling sends a

clear message to employers that they can’t skirt around workers’ rights by using legalese to pretend they are ‘independent operators’ instead of employees.” The Supreme Court ruling reaffirms a ruling by the Ontario Court of Appeal that Uber drivers are subject to the Ontario Employment Standards Act. With

this ruling, a class-action suit against Uber can proceed. “There is an imbalance of power in organizations like Uber, with precarious workers fighting for better job conditions against a behemoth enterprise hiding behind complex international legal loopholes,” said Yussuff. “Given this ruling, provincial governments

have a responsibility to examine the misclassification of employees and protect all gig economy workers.” Canada’s unions have been raising the alarm about the rise of the gig economy and precarious work for years and will continue to fight for workers in these jobs, the Canadian Labour Congress said.

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always here to support programs above and beyond his program requirements. Darren leads new volunteers providing them with mentorship ensuring they are following proper procedures. His problem-solving skills are superior and is capable of handling difficult situations that arise in his roles. SCPS is very fortunate to have such a dedicated volunteer.

2. Pursuit of Excellence Award – Melvyn Mani

Melvin started in the SCPS’s Mentorship Program for Vulnerable Youth in 2016. With the support of his mentor Jerry, Melvin gained a sense of civic pride while participating in the community safety programs. He developed a strong connection with his mentor resulting in a lasting friendship. Melvin was so inspired while participating in the programs, he successfully applied and participated in the RCMP Student Academy. Melvin successfully graduated from high school and is currently attending Kwantlen Polytechnic University. Melvin continues to volunteer with SCPS in our Citizens Community Safety Watch Program.

3. Newton Community Safety Tours: Samantha Mitchell 4. Guildford Community Safety Tours: Kushal Patel

5. Downtown Community Safety Tours: Amandeep Brar 6. South Surrey Community Safety Tours: Rob Gelderman 7. Fleetwood Community Safety Tours: Gazaldeep Cheema 8. Traffic Safety Program: Anny Zhang 9. Citizens Community Safety Watch: Amritvir Singh 10. Office Administration: Jasjot Sandhu 11. Special Events: Manveer Rai 12. LIFT High School Work Experience Program: Simone Saini (For details on the winners, visit our website voiceonline.com) Surrey Crime Prevention Society is a volunteer based organization supporting community safety programs throughout the City of Surrey since 1984. SCPS currently has 350 volunteers primarily university and high school students committed to Civic Pride in Surrey. Volunteers work in partnership with the City of Surrey, Surrey RCMP, Metro Vancouver Transit Police, ICBC and more. Over the past five years, 1,600 volunteers generously contributed 145,000 hours towards the enhancement of community safety. For more information visit Surrey Crime Prevention Society.

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Prime Minister, B.C. Premier on National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism; pilot’s son recalls horror PRIME Minister Justin Trudeau on Tuesday in a statement on the National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism said: “Thirty-five years ago today, an explosion on Air India Flight 182, bound for the United Kingdom from Canada, killed the 329 innocent people on board, including 280 Canadians. “The attack was an act of unspeakable malice and remains the deadliest terrorist attack in Canadian history. It was a shock to our country, and a threat to our collective sense of security. Terrorism in Canada did not begin with this heinous act and, sadly, did not end there either. “Today, on the National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism, I join Canadians across the country to remember and pay tribute to all Canadian victims of terrorism. We offer our deepest sympathies to families and friends who have lost loved ones, and to everyone living with the pain and trauma caused by these senseless acts of violence. “Those who commit these cowardly acts seek to instill fear and divide us. They will not succeed. Canadians will always choose compassion over hate and acceptance over intolerance. We are at our best and most

resilient when we embrace diversity and equality, and these acts of terrorism only strengthen our resolve to build a more inclusive Canada. “We stand in solidarity with all those affected by terrorism worldwide, and will continue to work closely with our international partners to end violent extremism, promote inclusion, and defend peace and justice within our global community. “Today and every day, we will honour those we have lost to terrorism by continuing to fight hate and intolerance, and work to make Canada and the world a safer and more secure place for everyone.” B.C. Premier John Horgan said: “It’s been 35 years since 329 passengers and crew on Air India Flight 182 were murdered. Two hundred and eighty Canadian lives lost and countless family and friends’ lives forever changed by this cowardly act. The bombing of Air India Flight 182 is the largest mass killing in Canadian history. Today, we remember all Canadians, both at home and overseas, who have been victimized by acts of terrorism. “I can only imagine how difficult the last 35 years have been for those directly affected

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Air India wreckage: right front door by this attack. Annual memorials take place around the world and here in British Columbia, families and friends have gathered to remember at the Air India memorial in Stanley Park. “The trauma from acts of terrorism are still with us today and for some, the trauma may never heal. However, days like today remind us of our shared humanity and the empathy we can have for those in need. It also provides us a moment to pause and reflect on the tragedy of lives lost too soon. “Together, we can build a stronger society when we defend our shared values of diversity, equality, kindness and respect, while also building a more inclusive, multicultural country where everyone feels welcome.” IANS reports from Toronto: As relatives of the 1985 Air India Kanishka bombing remembered their loved ones on the 35th anniversary of the tragedy on Tuesday, the son of the pilot of the ill-fated plane said Canada has let them down by not punishing the guilty. Only one person — Inderjit Singh Reyat — was jailed. The two other main accused — Ripudaman Singh Malik and Ajaib Singh Bagri — were acquitted. “My dad was 57 at that time. This painful day is etched in my memory… the feelings remain the same even after 35 years. It feels like yesterday,” Anil Singh Hanse, whose father Narendra Singh Hanse was the commander of Flight 182, told IANS.

He said, “The bombing was a political issue and Canadian politicians do not want to upset the vote bank. That’s why this case was never taken seriously. Some politicians and law enforcement officers still attend events organized by the alleged perpetrators.” Urging Trudeau to take up this issue sincerely, especially the recommendations from the inquiry in 2010, Hanse said, “The PM must not just send a tweet on this day. He must acknowledge the trauma and what we have experienced. There will be no closure until the perpetrators are retried and sentenced.” India too could have done much more in supporting its citizens by working closely with Canada to solve the crime as it was not just a Canadian issue, he said. Recalling the tragic day, he said, “When the Air India Kanishka flight started from Mumbai to Canada, I travelled with my father till Delhi as I had to catch a flight to London from Delhi. I was in Aberdeen in Scotland on a diving assignment with an offshore oil rig on that day. “I was staying at a bed and breakfast hotel with other divers. I had to catch a helicopter at 9 a.m. to leave for the offshore rig when the news broke. As I was having my breakfast, one of the American divers, who was listening to news on radio, told me that an Air India flight had crashed.” He said, “I was dazed. My mind went blank. Frantically, I started calling Air India to find out as I knew my dad was on the plane, but they didn’t know what to say… they were in total chaos. I caught a flight to London later in the day. At the Air India office at Heathrow, the staff were totally overwhelmed. Everybody was living through a nightmare.” Air India put them up in hotels in London for three to four days before taking the families to Cork in Ireland where the bodies of some of the victims were brought, he recalled. “Air India organised our air tickets and I went to Delhi where we performed a havan for my father at a temple in Greater Kailash. Then we performed ceremonies in Mumbai,” he said.

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Human rights organizations demand officer who fatally shot Choudary in Mississauga be taken off police force THE National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM), the Urban Alliance on Race Relations (UARR), and the Muslim Council of Peel (MCP) are demanding that the Peel Regional Police officer responsible for firing the bullets that killed Ejaz Choudary, a 62-year-old man with schizophrenia, on Saturday night in Mississauga be taken off the force. The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding Choudary’s death. The SIU said that preliminary information suggests the following: * At approximately 5 p.m. on June 20, Peel Regional Police officers attended an apartment unit at 3425

Ejaz Choudary Morningstar Drive to check on the well-being of a man. * The man barricaded himself inside the unit, and for a period, officers were able to communicate with the man. * Shortly after communication stopped, officers breached the door and

entered the unit. An interaction occurred which included officers deploying a conducted energy weapon at the man, as well as firing plastic projectiles from an Anti Riot Weapon ENfield. When these had no effect, an officer discharged a firearm and the man was

struck. * The man was pronounced deceased at the scene. Six investigators and three forensic investigators have been assigned to the case. The SIU is urging anyone who may have information about this investigation to contact the lead investigator at 1-800-787-8529. The Unit is also urging anyone who may have any video evidence related to this incident to upload that video through the SIU website. The SIU is an arm’s length agency that investigates reports involving police where there has been death, serious injury or allegations of sexual assault. MEANWHILE, Peel Regional Police Chief Nishan Duraiap-

pah said in a statement: “I offer my heartfelt condolences to the family of Ejaz Ahmed Choudry, on his death due to a critical incident on June 20, 2020. “As the investigation into this tragic incident moves forward, you have my assurance on the full cooperation of Peel Regional Police with the processes and procedures of the Special Investigations Unit. “We believe in collaboration with stakeholders, partners and communities to work for public policies that will restore the mental health system so that those with mental health concerns, receive the care that they deservedly need. “Loss of life such as Mr. Choudry’s and those before

him, lead to deep impact that is felt and shared by the responding officers, and all employees of Peel Police who work diligently to serve and keep the public safe in our communities. “I have been in consultation with our Muslim Advisory Committee, and will be consulting other stakeholders in the community and experts in the field of mental health, to do all that is necessary to support those experiencing mental health distress. “I ask for calm and patience as we sketch our path forward and as the investigations unfold what transpired.” For more on this, visit our website voiceonline.com

Trudeau has to do more than say the right words or show up at a protest: Jagmeet Singh IN a message to federal NDP supporters, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh said on Sunday that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has the power to make the changes we need to end systemic racism, but he has to do more than say the right words or show up at a protest. Singh said: “I wanted to reach out to you directly about what happened in the House of Commons this past week. “On Wednesday, I put forward a motion with concrete steps to address systemic racism in the RCMP. It required unanimous consent to move ahead, and a single MP blocked it. I called it out and was kicked

Jagmeet Singh out of the House of Commons. “That part that got a lot of attention, but I want to be clear what this whole thing is really about: “Systemic racism. “As we mark National Indigenous Peoples Day today, I

want to acknowledge that challenging systemic racism is bigger than a single person. I stand on the shoulders of giants from Indigenous and Black communities that forged the path of racial justice long before me. I am forever thankful for their sacrifice and draw inspiration from their strength and resilience. “I know some people feel like this isn’t a Canadian issue, but for a lot of Black, Indigenous, and racialized people, this has been a problem in Canada for a very long time. And it’s really important to know that racism isn’t a coincidence. Colonialism, underfunding, social exclusion, and pov-

erty have systematically undervalued human life — by design. “We’ve seen some horrible examples of it in the past couple of months — images of Chief [Allan] Adam being beaten up over an expired license plate and the police involvement in the killing of people like Chantel Moore and Rodney Levi. “Systemic racism in Canada is killing people — and there hasn’t been a single policy change made to address it. The Prime Minister went to a protest and took a knee, but he has not stood up and brought forward anything to address systemic racism. “I don’t know how to say this any more clearly:

“Empty words from Prime Minister Trudeau won’t cut it; he has the power to end this. “Our motion focused on four concrete steps the government can take right away to save peoples’ lives: “1. Acknowledge there is systemic racism in the RCMP “2. Prioritize de-escalation “3. Review use of force — people shouldn’t be brutally beaten up over an expired license plate “4. Fund healthcare professionals to respond to health crises — instead of police “Our motion didn’t pass last week, but we will never back down to racism and we will never stop working

for systemic changes to address it. “None of this is about an Opposition MP or a political party —- it’s really about who has the power to make the changes we need to end systemic racism. The Prime Minister has the power to act. He has to do more than say the right words or show up at a protest — and New Democrats will keep fighting for the change we need. “Thank you for your support over these past few days, {first-name}. I’ve received thousands of messages and so many of you have signed our petition in response to what happened. It means a lot to me.”

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First Ministers determined to combat racism and discrimination in Canada THE Prime Minister’s Office on Thursday released the following statement by First Ministers on anti-

racism: “Events at home and abroad have underscored that Black and racialized

communities and Indigenous peoples continue to be harmed by the damaging impacts of racism and

discrimination. Governments, communities, and all Canadians must come together to fight racism

and discrimination. “Recognizing that one of the strengths of Canada is its diversity, First Ministers condemn all forms of racism, discrimination, intolerance, and bigotry. First Ministers are determined to combat it – including anti-Black, anti-Indigenous, and anti-Asian racism and hate, as well as antisemitism and Islamophobia. Hate has no place in Canada and will not be tolerated. “Acknowledging that there is a problem is only the first step; a society that is free of racism and discrimination requires an ongoing commitment. Federal, provincial, and territorial governments commit to exercise leadership and bring any required changes to their policies, initiatives, and practices to best support communities and address the root causes of inequalities. We further acknowledge that the perspectives of racialized communities and those who have lived experience of historic discrimination can best inform strong and continued action. This also includes working with Indigenous peoples to address the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action and the Calls for Justice of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. “We, as First Ministers,

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agree to drive progress on these efforts and share best practices around the First Ministers’ table. Moving forward includes working towards enhancing information sharing – particularly disaggregated race-based and socioeconomic data – to facilitate evidence-based decision-making. We need to focus on removing social and economic barriers, and providing economic opportunities and leadership roles in communities across Canada. “We acknowledge the urgency of addressing these complex and longstanding issues. We have a responsibility to create a more solid foundation to combat racism and discrimination in Canada and to achieve lasting change. We, First Ministers, commit to working with all Canadians to be part of the solution.” On Friday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said that the declaration didn’t mention systemic discrimination because not all the premiers would agree.

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Trudeau announces support for students volunteering to serve their communities, gain paid work experience PRIME Minister Justin Trudeau on Thursday announced the launch of the Canada Student Service Grant (CSSG), which will support postsecondary students and recent graduates as they volunteer to serve in their communities’ COVID-19 response and gain valuable experi-

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June 24 update on residential tenancy laws AS announced on June 19, the Province is maintaining the moratorium on rent increases and evictions for nonpayment of rent. However, other notices to end tenancy may resume effectively immediately. The moratorium on evictions has been in effect since

March 30, 2020. As the Province moves forward with BC’s Restart Plan, the ban on evictions for reasons other than late payment or non-payment of rent has now been lifted. The following tenancy laws are resuming: * A landlord can now issue a Notice to End Tenancy for any

reason (other than unpaid or late payment rent). * Landlords with existing orders for eviction can take them to the courts beginning July 2, 2020, for enforcement and can enforce a writ order effective immediately. * Landlords can enter a rental suite with 24-hour notice and

do not need the tenant’s consent. They are expected to follow health guidelines like physical distancing, cleaning and wearing masks when appropriate. * The change also allows for personal service of documents to resume. Landlords’ ability to restrict

access to common spaces for COVID-19 related health reasons remains. The Province said it is committed to giving people advance notice before lifting the moratorium on evictions for non-payment of rent at a future date. A framework will be put in place that will re-

quire landlords to work with tenants to repay rent that is owing over a reasonable period of time. For the link to the information about changes to B.C.’s tenancy laws during COVID-19, visit our website voiceonline. com.

B.C. tables economic stabilization act, confirms COVID-19 supports The amendments introduced authorize deficit budgets for the next three years NEW legislation allows government to run deficit budgets. “We are making sure people and business have the support they need, while we work together to restart and rebuild an economy that works for everyone,” said Carole James, Minister of Finance, on Wednesday. “Much has changed since we released Budget 2020, and deficits will occur as a result of lower government revenues and our plan to invest in people and support our province’s recovery.” The amendments introduced authorize deficit budgets for the next three years, while the Province supports economic recovery from COVID-19. Additionally, the amendments allow government to continue to table supplementary estimates before the legislative assembly. The amendments also clarify the existing limits and uses of special warrants while the legislative assembly is not in session to maintain essential services and respond to provincial emergencies and disasters like a pandemic. While the amendments allow deficit budgets, the leg-

Carole James islation makes no changes to salary holdback requirements for executive council for years where deficits occur. The Economic Stabilization Act brings the B.C. Emergency Benefit for Workers into law and updates the eligibility date to March 1, 2020. The change will allow people whose income is affected by COVID-19 and who filed federal employment insurance claims between March 1 and March 15 to benefit from the support. The application for these individuals will be available as of June 26, 2020. Almost 600,000 people have been approved to receive the benefit to date. The legislation introduced also confirms many of the previously announced supports for people and business

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Premier disappointed NHL playoffs won’t be coming to Vancouver, ‘but we will not bend the rules’ PREMIER John Horgan on Thursday tweeted: “I’m disappointed the NHL playoffs won’t be coming to Vancouver, but we will not bend the rules on public health guidelines and risk the progress we’ve made. Protecting the health and safety of people in BC is our number one priority.� The Canucks said in a statement: “On behalf of everyone at Canucks Sports and Entertainment, we sincerely thank Premier Horgan, Minister [Lisa] Beare, [Provincial Health Officer] Dr. Bonnie Henry and their teams for their incred-

ible support as we worked through the opportunity to host NHL teams in Vancouver.� Trent Carroll, CSE COO, said: “It has been a collaborative effort from the beginning with the NHL and all parties involved throughout the entire process,� said “From the beginning, our goal was to help the NHL get hockey back on the ice if we could. Although Vancouver won’t be a Hub City, we are still excited to see hockey start up again. Now we look forward and are excited to welcome our Canucks players back

for training camp at Rogers Arena in the coming weeks. An exciting finish to the season is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to drop the puck.� Beare, Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, responsible for Sport, in a statement said: “The opportunity to host the NHL playoffs is an exciting event for any community. “While I am disappointed that Vancouver was not chosen as a NHL playoffs hub city, it was an honour to be considered. “I want to thank the Vancouver Canucks for leading

the bid efforts to bring the NHL playoffs to Vancouver. Our government was proud to support the bid, and we appreciate the hard work and enthusiasm that went into the process. “Our government has been clear that our priority is the health and safety of British Columbians. Our hard work in flattening the curve against COVID-19 is what made Vancouver a strong candidate. We are proud of the progress B.C. has made, and we have been clear that we will not bend our rules and risk this progress.

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a potential host has helped highlight the province as a world-class sports destination, and I look forward to future opportunities to bring professional sporting events to our province. “Sport brings communities together, and I am proud of our government’s continuing work to support all levels of sport to return to play and work toward our ‘new normal.’ Our collective efforts made B.C. a strong contender, and we will continue to consider all opportunities to showcase sport in B.C. “Go, Canucks!�

Temporary layoff provisions for workers, employers extended FOLLOWING conversations with business and worker representatives, the Province has extended the temporary layoffs provisions to a maximum of 24 weeks expiring on August 30 during the COVID-19 pandemic. The extension will give employers and workers additional flexibility to support economic recovery in the province with the expectation that businesses honour their obligations to workers and reach agreement with their employees in the event a further extension is required. “This extension will provide even more certainty and flexibility,� said Harry Bains, Minister of Labour. “This will also give additional time to ensure that employers and workers are able to craft agreements if there is a need to further extend temporary layoffs, while still protecting workers’ rights to compensation for length of service.

Harry Bains “Our goal is to maintain connections between employers and workers who have a joint interest in supporting the economic recovery of businesses in B.C. and the jobs that go with them. Employers who are not able to return to full operations and need additional time can do so with agreement from their employees, but we expect those employees will be recalled when operations have resumed.� Section 72 of the B.C. Employment Standards Act provides a tool unique in Canada, allow-

ing employers and workers to extend temporary layoffs by making a joint application to the Employment Standards Branch. “We heard loud and clear from employers that they need this extension,� Bains said. “We also know it is important to ensure that workers know that they have to be involved in the agreement with the employer to extend the temporary layoff and have a right to decline the layoff and accept the compensation for length of service which they are entitled to.� The government will continue discussions with worker and employer representatives to ensure the Section 72 applications are processed in a timely and effective manner to support economic recovery and protect workers’ rights. BC’s Restart Plan is supporting business to safely reopen and get people back to work. Employers are also encouraged to

make use of the federal wage subsidy to assist them in bringing their workers back. For the link to more information on employment standards around temporary layoffs, visit our website voiceonline.com. B.C. Liberals said on Thursday that after a week of sustained pressure by them and businesses throughout the province, Premier John Horgan finally reversed his position and acted to extend temporary layoffs time limits to prevent mass layoffs and small business bankruptcies. “For weeks, small businesses and non-profits in every corner of our province have pleaded with John Horgan to extend temporary layoff time limits that, if not addressed, would have triggered thousands of permanent job losses and business bankruptcies,� said MLA John Martin, BC Liberal Labour Critic. “It’s outrageous that it took John Horgan and

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LifeLabs failed to protect personal information in breach: Ontario IPC, B.C. IPC LifeLabs ordered to implement a number of measures to address shortcomings A joint investigation by the information and privacy commissioners (IPC) of Ontario and B.C. has found that LifeLabs failed to protect the personal health information of millions of Canadians, resulting in a significant privacy breach in 2019. The joint investigation revealed that the company’s failure to implement reasonable safeguards to protect the personal health information of millions of Canadians violated Ontario’s health privacy law, the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA), and B.C.’s personal information protection law. The Ontario and B.C. offices determined the company: * failed to take reasonable steps to protect the personal health information in its electronic systems; * failed to have adequate information technology security policies in place; and * collected more personal health information than was reasonably necessary. Both offices have ordered LifeLabs to implement a number of measures (summarized in the accompanying backgrounder) to address these shortcomings. Publication of the report is being held up by LifeLabs’ claims that information it provided to the commissioners is privileged or otherwise confidential. The commissioners reject these claims. The Ontario IPC and B.C. OIPC intend to publish the report publicly, unless Lifelabs takes court action. “Our investigation revealed that LifeLabs failed to take necessary precautions to adequately protect the personal health information of millions of Canadians, in violation of Ontario’s health privacy law,” said Brian Beamish, Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario. “This breach should serve as a reminder to organizations, big and small, that they have a duty to be vigilant against these types of attacks. I look forward to providing the public, and particularly those who were affected by the breach, with the full details of our investigation.” Michael McEvoy, Information and Privacy Commissioner of British Columbia, said: “LifeLabs’ failure to properly protect the personal health information of British Columbians and Canadians is unacceptable. LifeLabs exposed British Columbians, along with millions of other Canadians, to potential identity theft, financial loss, and reputational harm. The orders made are aimed at making sure this doesn’t happen again. “This investigation also reinforces the need for changes to B.C.’s laws that allow regulators to consider imposing financial penalties on companies that violate people’s privacy rights. This is the very kind of case where my office would have considered levying penalties.” On March 25, 2020, the Ontario government amended Ontario’s health privacy law. Once implemented, Ontario will be the first province in Canada to give the information and privacy commissioner the power to levy monetary penalties against individuals and companies that contravene PHIPA. Backgrounder * LifeLabs is Canada’s largest provider of general health diagnostic and specialty laboratory testing services. It has been in operation for over 50 years and has 5,700 employees. It provides a full range of outpatient laboratory services and other testing services, including genetics and naturopathic testing. * LifeLabs performs over 100 million laboratory tests each year, with 20 million annual patient visits to its locations. Its website hosts Canada’s largest online patient portal, on which more than 2.5 million individuals access their laboratory results each year. * On November 1 and 5, 2019, LifeLabs notified the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario and the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner for British Columbia of a potential privacy breach under Ontario’s Personal Health Information Protection Act and British Columbia’s Personal Information Protection Act. * LifeLabs advised that on October 28, 2019,

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Surrey Makes PPE companies hit $4 million in sales 16 local manufacturers have retooled to serve the Canadian PPE supply chain SIXTEEN manufacturers participating in the Surrey Makes PPE program have sold over $4 million worth of personal protective equipment (PPE) to help Canadians combat COVID-19. The initiative was launched in response to the growing demand for madein-Canada PPE from government, health authorities and local businesses seeking to protect both staff and customers. An additional twelve companies are currently in the process of retooling or establishing a PPE manufacturing presence in Surrey. “It’s a testament to our Surrey

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STARTING July 6, the City of Surrey is providing residents with more options to stay fit this summer with outdoor fitness classes and outdoor built-in fitness equipment re-opening. Classes will take place at four locations across the city and include lower intensity classes like yoga, Zumba and Pilates and higher intensity classes like bootcamp, body sculpt, cardio combo and cardio kickboxing. “We know that many residents are eager to return to a fitness regimen in order to stay healthy and active,” said Surrey Mayor Doug McCallum on Friday. “As recommended by the Provincial Health Officer,

the safest place to exercise is outdoors, and we are proud to offer Surrey residents a variety of safe options for staying fit and active this summer.” All classes will take place outdoors, will run rain or shine and follow strict health protocols to ensure the safety of patrons and staff. Additionally, outdoor fitness equipment located at parks across the city is now open for everyone’s use. For everyone’s safety, each class will have a maximum of 15 participants with their own marked area to ensure proper physical distancing. Additionally, each location has washroom access nearby to allow for hand washing. Patrons will

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workers, and essential businesses,” said Surrey Mayor Doug McCallum. “We know that our best defense against COVID-19 is not to only practice physical distancing and hand washing, but access to masks, face shields and other protective equipment play a key role in protecting yourself and those around you. There’s no question there is a big demand for high quality Made in Canada PPE, and I applaud our Surrey manufacturers for doing their part in keeping our Canadian PPE supply chain strong.” To date, Surrey Makes PPE

manufacturers have supplied communities across Canada with over: * 10,000 fabric face masks * 100,000 face shields * 300,000 litres of disinfectants and hand sanitizers and; * 700 barriers Surrey Makes PPE continues to expand its production capacity as new Surrey manufacturers retool, and existing manufacturers scale up to meeting growing demand. In the coming weeks, Surrey manufacturers will begin producing surgical and N95 masks and disinfectant wipes, further driving employment

opportunities for our residents. “We’ve been part of the Surrey community for 34 years and we’re grateful for the opportunity to be able to help people in Surrey and across Canada during this time. As demand for barriers, intubation boxes and face shields have been increasing, we are actively expanding our production capacity and looking to hire additional staff,” said Jon Merrick, Owner of Plastec. For more information on Surrey Makes PPE and to view the most updated list of available PPE and supplies, visit SurreyMakesPPE.ca.

Outdoor fitness options available in Surrey this summer answer health screening questions prior to participating. For added safety, people are asked to bring their own equipment if necessary (i.e. yoga mat, towel), plus water. Registration for outdoor fitness classes opens one week prior and all patrons must pre-register starting June 28 at 9 p.m. either online at surrey.ca/dropin or by phone at 604-501-5100. Regular drop-in rates will apply, or residents may purchase a 5, 10 or 20 swipe pass for even better value. Find outdoor fitness classes at: * Erma Stephenson Park (15920 110th Avenue) * Cloverdale Agriplex (17798

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Charges laid in connection to theft of government cheques in Surrey SURREY RCMP announced on Thursday that two people have been charged in relation to the recovery of stolen government issued cheques by Surrey’s COVID Compliance and Enforcement Team

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Surrey’s Sensory Friendly Spaces Program receives honours BRITISH Columbia Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA) honoured the City of Surrey on June 22 with a provincial 2020 Program Excellence Award for its Sensory Friendly Spaces Program. BCRPA’s annual Awards of Excellence recognize outstanding programs, facilities, parks and dedicated individuals whose ideas, innovation and services make an impact in the recreation and parks sector. “Accessible and inclusive parks, recreation and cultural amenities and services are essential elements to a com-

plete, connected and healthy community,” said Surrey Mayor Doug McCallum. “The City of Surrey remains fully committed in improving recreation opportunities and enhancing quality of life for all of our residents of Surrey. We are honoured to receive this award as it represents the City’s steadfast commitment to accessibility and inclusion.” The City of Surrey has one of the highest rates of autism in British Columbia. To address this, and guided by the City’s principle of inclusion, Surrey partnered with the Canucks

Autism Network (CAN) to create and promote several sensory friendly options for individuals with autism spectrum disorder or who have sensory processing needs. A sensory friendly space is a calm and quiet area designed to create a supportive environment for individuals who have autism spectrum disorder, anxiety or other sensory-processing needs. The sensory friendly space allows individuals to feel safe and calm, allowing them to not only attend special events and programs but also feel supported through-

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nity events and throughout its parks, recreation and culture facilities, the City of Surrey also rolled out low-cost sensory kits at its recreation centres. The kits, which contain noise-cancelling headphones, sensory toys and fidget toys, are supported by frontline staff. The kits were initially launched by Surrey Fire Service to aid anyone with sensory processing needs during first responder or fire calls. For more information on accessibility and sensory friendly spaces, visit surrey. ca.

Surrey Libraries launches takeout service SURREY Libraries on Tuesday announced the launch of contactless Takeout service at six branches serving Surrey’s town centres. City Centre, Cloverdale, Fleetwood, Guildford, Newton, and Semiahmoo library branches will be providing the service starting June 26. “Whether you pick up a book to enrich your personal knowledge, for your scholastic studies, or for the pure joy of reading, I know the act of holding and opening up a new book is one of the great and simple pleasures of life,” said Surrey Mayor Doug McCallum. “Not everyone likes reading on digital devices and many people in our community rely on our libraries for books for themselves and their children. I am

Photo: City of Surrey delighted that Surrey Libraries will be offering this takeout service, starting just in time for children to join in on Summer Reading Club activities.”

“The response from our community through the Resuming Library Services Survey was clear,” said Neelam Sahota, Chair of the Board of Trustees

of Surrey Libraries. “People are eager to borrow physical materials like books and DVDs and return the items they’ve had at home since March. However, people also told us that they’re not ready to come back into the branches for programming or browsing just yet.” To access the service, library members can either call one of the six participating branches or fill out an online form at www.surreylibraries.ca/ takeout. Patrons will be able to pick up their holds and return items when they arrange a pickup time. Borrowers will also enjoy an extended due date of September 8 on newly borrowed materials. All materials returned to the library will be held in a

72-hour quarantine before being put back into circulation. Studies have shown that the COVID-19 virus can survive up to 24 hours on cardboard and up to 2-3 days on plastic and stainless steel; therefore, the 72-hour quarantine will provide ample time to ensure that trace amounts of virus on books and other materials are eradicated. With regard to reopening branches, the Library is taking a phased and cautious approach. “The health and safety of our staff and patrons is our top priority as we implement our reopening plans,” said Surinder Bhogal, Chief Librarian. “We have added safety protocols such as physical distancing, quarantining materials, proper hand hygiene,

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Nicomekl Riverfront Park Management Plan wins Gold Award from Planning Institute of BC THE Planning Institute of British Columbia (PIBC) has awarded Surrey’s Nicomekl Riverfront Management Park Plan with the 2020 Gold Award for Excellence in Planning Practice for a City and Urban Area. The PIBC awards are presented annually in recognition of the professional planning work and accomplishments of members across British Columbia and Yukon. “The City of Surrey is committed to creating a healthy, green, and inclusive community for our residents and

we are honoured to receive this award from the Planning institute of British Columbia,” said Surrey Mayor Doug McCallum. “Improving the quality of life for our residents through visionary parks, recreation and culture planning is a continual work in progress and we are always working on how we can better improve on this front.” The Nicomekl Riverfront Park Management Plan is a bold, adaptive management plan for a unique collage of riverfront park-

land in Surrey. Combining numerous disciplines and strategies, it sets the vision and future for a resilient, diverse and collaborative gem in the overall City park network. The plan balances biodiversity, ecological protection and enhancement with public access to, along and on the river while integrating public art, heritage, recreation, education and Indigenous stories throughout. The plan is a longrange vision for the riverfront and designed to be a

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South Surrey homicide victim is Chinese citizen Bo Fan THE Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) on Wednesday appealed to the public to help further its ongoing investigation of the homicide of Bo Fan. On June 17, just after 5:30 a.m., 41-year-old Fan was admitted to a Surrey hospital with serious life-threatening injuries. Fan died lat-

er that same morning and her death was deemed a homicide. IHIT was called in to take conduct of the investigation and has been working this past week alongside its partners from the Surrey RCMP to gather evidence. In these early stages of the investigation, IHIT has

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Richmond RCMP officer injured arresting wanted suspect SHORTLY after 7 p.m. on June 23, two Richmond RCMP officers attended a residence on the 6000-block of Lynas Lane in order to arrest a suspect wanted on an outstanding warrant. An arrest warrant had been issued on June 12 for the contravention of bail conditions stemming from a 2018 investigation into allegations of assault with a weapon

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Former Abbotsford Police Department finance director charged with breach of trust, fraud, theft A former finance director of the Abbotsford Police Department, Shelley Dallas Mickens, 61, is facing charges of breach of trust, fraud over $5,000 and theft over $5,000. Charges were laid by the BC Prosecution Service. Mickens, a Surrey resident, surrendered herself on Wednesday and was arrested by Federal Serious and Organized Crime (FSOC) Financial Integrity investigators. Mickens is set to appear on September 14 at the Abbotsford Provincial Court. Mickens held the role of finance director of the Abbotsford Police Department from 1999 to 2016. The offences are alleged to have occurred during a period from 2013 until her retirement in the summer of 2016. Shortly after her departure, an internal audit into the missing funds was done and the Abbotsford Police Department formally reached out to the RCMP FSOC and requested an investigation, which started in 2017. Mickens, who was also known by the surnames Boyce or Bursill, also faced parallel civil proceedings in relation to these events. On September 15, 2017, she was ordered to pay back more than $300,000 to the City of Abbotsford in a ruling by the B.C. Supreme Court in Vancouver.

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declared over. In total, five long-term care or assistedliving facilities and one acute-care facility have active outbreaks. There have been no new community outbreaks. Public health teams continue to provide support for the two remaining community locations. Dix and Henry added: “This morning, the First Nations Health Authority shared the latest data on COVID-19 among First Nations people in B.C., with 86 First Nations individuals having tested positive for COVID-19 through June 14, 2020. “The low impact of COVID-19 on Indigenous peoples in B.C. that we have seen so far is a result of ongoing collaboration and an unwavering commitment by community and health leaders to put appropriate measures in place to protect communities. “The enhanced measures and additional support that are now in place, especially for rural and remote communities, will help to keep everyone safe until an effective treatment or vaccine is available. “While we are encouraged

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The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) is requesting public assistance to help further its ongoing investigation into the homicide of Charles Klose in Chilliwack, B.C. IHIT investigators have been diligently collecting evidence and developing a time line of Charles' activities leading up to the discovery of his body behind a Chilliwack Scotiabank at around 11 p.m. on June 6, 2020. Investigators are releasing two photographs of Charles, captured from video surveillance footage on the day of his murder, in the hopes that they will refresh the memories of potential witnesses. “We have spoken to people who knew Charles and they have described him as a gentle man,” says Sergeant Frank Jang of IHIT. “We are asking the community to take a careful look at the new images of Charles and to contact us if you remember seeing him, particularly between 2 p.m. and 11 p.m. on Saturday, June 6th.”

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CHINA has built new structures near the site of a Himalayan border clash that left 20 Indian troops dead earlier this month, fresh satellite images suggest. Bunkers, tents and storage units for military hardware are visible in an area where last month there were none. Fighting between the nuclear-armed powers over their disputed frontier has prompted alarm. Chinese casualties were also reported but not con�irmed. The latest images were published as the sides hold talks to defuse tensions. The fresh satellite images, dated 22 June, are from space technology company Maxar. The structures which appear to have been built by China overlooking the Galwan River were not visible in aerial photographs earlier in June. Neither India nor China has commented. The clash in the Galwan Valley, in the disputed Himalayan territory of Ladakh, took place on 15 June, weeks after highlevel military commanders from both nations agreed to “peacefully resolve the situation in the border areas in accordance with various bilateral agreements.” Since the clash, and amid spiralling rhetoric, the two nations have tried to publicly calm tensions. A statement released by the India’s foreign ministry on Wednesday

said that India’s Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar and the Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi “reaf�irmed that both sides should sincerely implement the understanding on disengagement and deescalation that was reached by the senior commanders on 6 June”. Ajai Shukla, a leading Indian defence analyst, tweeted that “there is a large Chinese camp in the Galwan Valley, 1.5km into the Indian side of the LAC [Line of Actual Control]”. Local media have also quoted sources in the Indian army as saying that the additional build-up by China seemed to have taken place between the 15 June clash and commander-level talks prior to that. Satellite imagery from May shows no structures

in the disputed area near where the clashes took place. The clash presents Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi with one of his biggest foreign policy challenges as he faces accusations his government was illprepared. Last Friday he sought to downplay what happened, denying there had been any Chinese incursion into Indian territory. But his comments were at odds with remarks from his foreign minister who had earlier accused China of seeking “to erect a structure in Galwan Valley on our side of the LAC”. The Line of Actual Control, as the disputed border between the two nations is known, is poorly demarcated. The presence of rivers, lakes and snowcaps

means the line can shift. The soldiers on either side - representing two of the world’s largest armies - come face to face at many points. India has accused China of sending thousands of troops into Ladakh’s Galwan valley and says China occupies 38,000sq km (14,700sq miles) of its territory. Several rounds of talks in the last three decades have failed to resolve the boundary disputes. The two countries have fought only one war so far, in 1962, when India suffered a humiliating defeat. MEANWHILE, in a sharp departure from its earlier stance, the Indian government said that the conduct of the Chinese forces has been in complete disregard of all mutually agreed norms. China has been amassing troops at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) since early May, in violation of all norms for troop movement, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said.

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Congress tells BJP to ‘live in 2020’ New Delhi (IANS): After the BJP cornered the Congress on the Rajiv Gandhi Foundation (RGF) receiving donations from the Chinese Embassy here, the Congress responded that “the BJP should stop living in 2005” and alleged that the ruling party is adopting “diversionary tactics” to avoid answering questions on the Chinese transgressions in Ladakh. Congress chief spokesperson Randeep Surjewala said, “Please stop living in 2005 and

start answering questions in 2020”. The chairperson of the RGF’s board of trustees is party interim chief Sonia Gandhi , while its board includes former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, former Congress President Rahul Gandhi, former Finance Minister P. Chidambaram and Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi, among others. The Congress countered the BJP on its allegations on RGF, saying “don’t adopt di-

versionary tactics instead of answering the questions raised by the Congress,” said Surjewala. The controversy erupted after BJP alleged that “Donations showed results soon after. RGF did not just one but several studies on how a Free Trade Agreement between India and China is desirable and required. Studies argued that India needs the FTA much more than China and should pursue it as part of its efforts to improve bilateral relations! “ said Amit Malviya, head of the BJP’s IT cell. The Congress posed counter questions and asked “Why is the government mum about Chinese presence in eastern Ladakh area, in the national interest the nation wants to know the answer to these questions instead of diversionary tactics of the present BJP government.” Surjewala said “I can ask Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his government, is it not true that the only Chief Minister (as Gujarat CM) who visited China 4 times is none less than Prime Minister Modi, the only Prime Minister who visited China five times is Prime Minister Modi, the only Prime Minister who called the Chinese premier three times is Prime Minister Modi.” The Congress alleged that meetings be-

tween BJP and RSS with Chinese delegations were “anti-India”. as the opposition party posed a barrage of questions to the BJP. “Is it not true that Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh held a consultation in 2009 with Chinese Communist Party and did not Rajnath Singh receive and hold a meeting with Chinese delegation in 2008? Is it not true that then BJP President Nitin Gadkari on January 19, 2011, led a delegation to China and held consultations?” “Are these consultations anti-India? Is it not true that BJP sent a 13-member parliamentary delegation to China to study their political system, were these anti-India activities?” asked Surjewala. Media reports said troops clashed on ridges at a height of nearly 4,300m (14,000 ft) on steep terrain, with some Indian soldiers falling into the fast-flowing Galwan river in subzero temperatures. At least 76 Indian soldiers were reportedly injured in addition to the 20 dead. China has not released any information about Chinese casualties. The fighting took place without any firearms because of a 1996 agreement barring guns and explosives from the area.

Chidambaram throws weight behind Manish Tewari tweets on LAC faceoff New Delhi (IANS): Senior Congress leader P. Chidambaram on Wednesday endorsed a series of tweets put out by Congress spokesperson Manish Tewari on the India-China standoff. In a short statement, the former Union Minister said: “My colleague Manish Tewari has tweeted rebutting the ill-informed accusations on Siachen by the proxies of the BJP. I fully endorse his tweets. Siachen was on the official agenda since the 1980s and successive governments have dealt with it.” His statement came after

Tewari raised a series of questions, including asking why the government is fielding “uninformed proxies” to why he calls “distort and rewrite history”. He demanded that if the accusations are true, this should come from the Defence Minister. Tewari also alleged that BJP chief or spokesperson aren’t aware of the difference between “mutual disengagement” and “demilitarisation”. “Nor do they know that Siachen was in the official agenda of talks since the mid-1980s and successive

governments, including Mr Vajpayee’s, dealt with Siachen, but there was no progress,” he tweeted. Also claiming that the proposal of “disengagement” was rejected by the UPA government, he hit back at the BJP asking: “If ‘mutual disengagement’ is a bad phrase, what is the government doing now on the Galway Valley and Pangong Tso (lake)?” The recent India-China faceoff has made both the Congress and the BJP dig into the past to level allegations against each other.

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India sees 14% rise in TB cases notified in 2019 New Delhi (IANS): As many as 24.04 lakh [2.4 million] TB patients were notified in 2019, a 14-per-cent increase as compared to the previous year, the annual TB Report 2020 revealed. Key achievements in the report, released by Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan on Wednesday, included reduction in the number of missing cases to 2.9 lakh cases [1 lakh = 100,000] as against more than 10 lakh in 2017. Private sector notifications also increased by 35 per cent with 6.78 lakh TB patients notified. Due to easy availability

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all the states/UTs to improve their performance to attain their targets,” he said. “Accurate diagnosis followed by prompt appropriate treatment is vital for ending TB. The National TB Elimination Programme (NTEP) has expanded both the laboratory network as well as diagnostic facilities to cover the entire country,” he added. To End TB by 2025, expansion of TB services and addressing determinants of TB that are beyond health, through a multi-sectoral approach is necessary, he said. Highlighting the crucial aspect of stigma against TB pa-

tients in the country, which is hampering the fight against this disease, Harsh Vardhan said: “We as a nation, need to come together, to fight against TB and the stigma surrounding it so that every TB patient can seek care with dignity and without discrimination. The community must act as a wellspring of support and comfort for the patient.” Underscoring the crucial contribution that the private sector can make to the national TB programme by mandatory TB notification and providing quality TB care, he added that with both collaborative and regulatory steps, the

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Rajasthan warns Ramdev of strong action if Covid ‘drug’ found being sold Jaipur (IANS): In wake of yoga guru Ramdev announcing a Covid-19 medicine, Rajasthan Health Minister Raghu Sharma on Wednesday warned that stringent action shall be taken against those propagating and endorsing any kind of medicine for coronavirus without following due norms. The claim of Baba Ramdev that ayurvedic medicines are useful as immunity

Baba Ramdev boosters can be accepted but his claim to have found a medicine for Covid-19 cure

cannot be accepted without due permission given by the Ayush Ministry, Sharma said. If the medicine is being seen sold anywhere in the state, legal action shall be taken against Ramdev, he said. Sharma also demanded action against him for making claims without following due guidelines as declared by the ICMR and the WHO. Ramdev or his organisation neither applied to the state

government for permission for any kind of drug trial, nor has the state government given any permission in this regard, he said. The hospital where Ramdev is claiming to conduct a clinical trial of medicine was a quarantine centre, the Minister said, adding that many patients recovered in three days here, and hence it is wrong to talk of inventing a medicine which cures pa-

tients in seven days. “Human trials cannot be conducted without the permission of the state government. Action will be taken against those conducting clinical trials without permission while misleading the public,” he added. As per the Gazette notification issued on April 21 this year, any organisation conducting research in the context of Covid-19 should

be approved by the Scientific Advisory Bodies and Institutional Ethics Committee. The clinical trial project should be registered and approved by CTRI and the sample size should also be large. Further the clinical trial should follow the guidelines of the AYUSH Ministry or the ICMR and should be in compliance with the rules of Bio Medical and Health Research, the minister said.

Congress attacks government on Chinese incursions in Arunachal New Delhi (IANS): Amid tension at the LAC in eastern Ladakh with China, the Congress has raised the issue of Chinese incursions in Arunachal Pradesh, taking a cue from BJP MP in the state Tapir Gao. Addressing a press conference, Congress leader Manish Tewari quoted Tapir Gao as saying said that “People’s Liberation Army, on both

sides of the Subansiri river in the upper Subansiri district of Arunachal Pradesh, have occupied territory on the Indian side of the McMahon Line.” “According to him (Tapir Gao) the Chinese army has set up another base called new Majha, deeper in Indian territory. According to him, these aggressions are many kms in the Indian territory. This is not the first time that

Mr Tapir Gao has made these revelations,” said Tewari. The Congress played a clip of the Arunachal East MP while he was speaking in Lok Sabha that Chinese have come up to Majha which has been an Indian military base in the past. Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi cautioned the government to be more vigilant in the northeast and borders.

“We demand that the Government of India does not look at what’s happening in Arunachal Pradesh or Ladakh as isolated incidents. These are grand designs and this needs to be responded strongly,”said Gogoi who is MP from Assam. Tewari alleged that ever since reports about Chinese aggression into Indian territory emerged, the NDA-BJP

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Galwan valley clash part of larger design of China: Punjab Chief Minister Chandigarh (IANS): Terming the Galwan valley clash as part of a larger design on the part of China, Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh on Tuesday said India should not make the mistake of dismissing the incident as a patrol clash but should take a firm stand against any Chinese incursions into Indian territory. The amount of build-up in the Galwan valley showed that the Chinese were working on a plan, said Amarinder, adding that India could not afford to lose even an inch of its land in the area, which is of huge strategic importance for both sides. “We have all seen clashes in our time, with Pakistan and even with Chinese, and this is definitely not a patrol clash,” he stressed. Referring to the map of the area, the Chief Minister said

Amarinder Singh pays tributes to fallen Indian soldiers. the Chinese had reached ing that “there is a little gap right half way through to the between the glacier and the Siachen Glacier after Paki- Aksai Chin area, which is the stan ceded the northern part Daulat Beg Oldi gap, which of Shaksgam Valley in PoK they are trying to close.” [Pakistan-occupied Kashmir] “We have to take a strong poin 1963. sition, and we should be clear Beyond that there is an area that if we lose even an inch that in any case belongs to of land we must hold them China, he explained, add- responsible,” he said at the

Congress Working Committee (CWC) virtual meeting convened by the party’s interim President Sonia Gandhi, with former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Rahul Gandhi among the participants. The Chief Minister also cornered the Centre over its failure to support the state in its fight against COVID-19, pointing out that all that Punjab had received so far from the Centre was its own Rs 2,800 crore for January to March and just a few other grants. He said GST dues for April to June were still pending. Despite repeated pleas and memorandums, no help was forthcoming from the Centre to the state for tackling the COVID-19 crisis, he said, adding that the government of India was not giving even the state’s own share. The state had not received a

single paisa of the Rs 20 lakh crore [1 lakh = 100,000 / 1 crore = 10 million] package announced by the Prime Minister, he said, noting that with the estimated shortfall of Rs 25,000 to Rs 30,000 crore this year, and the rest going into the COVID-19 war, the situation for Punjab was bad. His government was forced to manage on its own to create resources for fighting COVID-19, said Amarinder, adding he was sure other states were in the same unfortunate position. “Nobody is listening to us,” he lamented, adding he had to put aside Rs 35 crore to arrange for 500 trains to send 5.63 lakh migrants back to their homes. The Chief Minister said with 2.33 lakh of the total 2.52 lakh industries in Punjab now reopening, migrants were now

also coming back to the state. His government, he said, was trying its best to get the industry back on track with all possible facilities and easing of norms, but the units were currently working at 40 per cent capacity and would take some months to return to their full strength. A total of 17 lakh local and migrant workers were engaged in industries currently, with more joining the farmers in the paddy operations, he said, adding that many farmers from Punjab had personally gone to Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Jharkhand to get the migrant labourers back. Of the state’s 13.50 lakh migrant labourers, only 5.63 lakh had gone back while the rest had stayed back, he said, adding that while jobs were now available for them, food was still a problem.

National Investigation Agency unearths SFJ’s recruitment module in Punjab, arrests one Five murdered in Tarn ing on the directions of Pakistan- paigns in support of Referendum the Arms Act. Punjab Police filed Taran district of Punjab backed handlers settled abroad 2020 (for Khalistan) were con- a charge sheet against 11 arrest-

New Delhi (IANS): Just one month into its investigation against the Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has made a breakthrough with the arrest of one of its key conspirators in Punjab, said to be a member of the banned outfit’s recruitment module. A day after the arrest of Pargat Singh, 23, the anti-terror agency on Tuesday got his custody from a special NIA court till June 29. The agency said Pargat was work-

to further the activities of the group. The Centre has already declared SFJ an unlawful association under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. A resident of Sri Muktsar Sahib district in Punjab, Pargat has been arrested in a case related to a series of acts of violence, including arson, in Punjab during 2017-18 when propaganda activities, both online and on ground, and cam-

ducted. Posters were pasted in Delhi and various parts of Punjab in this regard and these acts were committed by groups of radicalised youths under direction of and financial assistance from SFJ handlers based abroad. The original case was registered at Sultanwind Police Station, Amritsar (City) on October 19, 2018 under UAPA and Section 25 of

ed accused in the case in March 2019. The case was subsequently reregistered by NIA on April 5 this year. “Investigation revealed that the arrested accused persons, including Pargat Singh, had received funds from their foreign handlers through various Money Transfer Service Scheme (MTSS) platforms,” the NIA said.

Plasma therapy given to two patients in Punjab Chandigarh (IANS): The first plasma therapy has been given to two COVID-19 patients in Amritsar, Punjab Medical Education and Research Minister O.P. Soni said on Wednesday. The plasma was donated on Tues-

day by a cured COVID-19 patient from Amritsar. He had tested COVID-19 positive on return from Dubai. Soni said the plasma therapy had been given to COVID-19 patients -one from Pathankot and the other from Amritsar -- admitted at Guru

Nanak Dev Hospital and Government Medical College in Amritsar. “The plasma of convalescent patient is given to moderate coronavirus infected persons. The therapy is being used across globe for management for COVID-19 cases,” said Soni.

The ICMR had given the sanction to the Government Medical College in Faridkot under the national clinical trial to use the plasma therapy. It has become one of the leading institutes in the country to introduce this therapy.

Chandigarh (IANS): Five people, including four of a family, were murdered at Kairon village in Punjab’s Tarn Taran district on Wednesday, the police said here on Thursday. The head of the family Brij Lal (65), also murdered, had been facing drug peddling cases. Brij Lal’s two daughtersin-law -- Jaspreet Kaur and Amandeep Kaur -- his relative Daljit Singh and driver Gursahib Singh Saba were also murdered. The throats of victims were slit with sharp-edged weapons, the police said and suspected the involvement of at least four people in the crime. Brij Lal’s wife had died a year ago while lodged in the Central Jail in Amritsar on drug charges. His two sons -- Bakshish Singh Sonu and Paramjit Singh Pamma -- are undergoing treatment at a de-addiction centre in Tarn Taran town.

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Safeguarding democracy as important as defending borders: Badal

Chandigarh (IANS): Former Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal said on Thursday that “safeguarding the secular democratic fabric of the country is as important as defending her borders”. He said the country’s internal and external health are equally important and interdependent. In a statement to coincide with the 45th anniversary of the

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internal Emergency imposed in the country by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on June 25, 1975, Badal said the commitment to democracy could become meaningless without an equally profound commitment to the secular ethos as enshrined in the constitution. “Secularism is a prerequisite to democracy, and vice-versa. Each ideal strengthens the

other.” Badal, widely regarded as one of the key architects of popular resistance to the internal Emergency, said the federal structure in the country is vital for the health of democracy. “Democracy is not a singletier structure. It functions at the individual and social levels through the universal voting right, but at the national and

inter-state levels, a genuinely federal structure is the only guarantee for meaningful working of our system for national prosperity and for turning India into a global superpower.” Emphasizing the need for “constant vigil” against overt and covert dictatorial tendencies that can always threaten democracy, he said: “Like our

independence and sovereignty, secularism and democracy too have to be defended every moment of every single day in the life of our nation. Even a moment’s let-up can prove disastrous and even fatal.” The five-time Chief Minister also cautioned the people, especially the youth, against taking democracy and secularism for granted.

Withdraw move to tinker with MSP: Punjab all-party meeting Chandigarh (IANS): Extending full support to Chief Minister Amarinder Singh on the issue of the ‘anti-farmer ordinances’ passed by the Centre, all major political parties of Punjab, barring the BJP, on Wednesday resolved to appeal to the Centre to immediately withdraw them in public interest, and not to tinker with the MSP regime. While the BJP completely opposed the resolution, the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), while initially expressing their reservations on the same, eventually decided to partially endorse it, choosing to go with the other parties in resolving “that existing assured purchase under MSP regime and the state APMCs should not be tinkered with in any manner.”

The SAD also decided to support the decision of all parties to take a delegation to meet the Prime Minister and Union Agriculture Minister on the issue. The resolution read: “A delegation of representatives of all political parties led by the state Chief Minister would meet the Prime Minister and the Union Agriculture Minister to convey their strong reservations on these anti-farmer legislations and urge them to immediately withdraw these in public interest.” It further stated that “agriculture” and “markets” are “state subjects” under the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution and the present ordinances are against the spirit of cooperative federalism enshrined in the Consti-

tution. Accordingly, the Union government is urged to immediately review and withdraw these Ordnances. However, SAD President Sukhbir Singh Badal said the party would like a legal opinion before terming the ordinances as against the spirit of cooperative federalism. The resolution was passed after a marathon nearly fivehour long video conference meeting convened by the Chief Minister, who made it clear that he would stand with the farmers and people of Punjab, as he had done on the issue of water sharing, when he had gone against his own party to abrogate all water sharing agreements of the state. The Centre has no right to

interfere in the matter of agriculture, said Amarinder Singh, urging all parties to stand with his government on this issue in the interest of the state and its people, particularly the farmers. Pointing out that the Centre had come out with these ordinances without waiting for the report of the committee formed under the Maharashtra Chief Minister to assess all aspects of the issue, the Chief Minister urged SAD chief Sukhbir Singh Badal “to go by your heart and not let politics rule your decisions. Amarinder Singh’s appeal to Sukhbir Badal came after the latter initially opposed the resolution, arguing that there was nothing wrong in the ordinances.

Describing the ordinances as pro-farmer and aimed at encouraging competition, Sukhbir initially rejected the suggestion that the move was a precursor to ending the MSP system, pointing out that it was not written anywhere. The Chief Minister, however, was quick to point out that written or not, the aim was clear, and the Ordinances had to be seen in the context of the developments of the past six years. Dubbing the ordinances as ‘dangerous’, the Chief Minister pointed out that the Shanta Kumar committee report had recommended gradual withdrawal of the MSP and dismantling of the FCI. The Ordinances, which are

also on the lines of the committee report, are steps in the same direction, he warned, adding that this would lead to an unprecedented crisis for Punjab, which is dependent on Agriculture. He cited the example of maize, which continues to be sold at Rs 600 a quintal despite MSP being in place. Further, going by past experience, there was no guarantee that they would not end up being a precursor to the elimination of the MSP regime, said the Chief Minister. “We were guaranteed GST payments and are still waiting to receive them,” he observed, adding that “we have been watching this game for long, with promises made one day and changed the next.”

Punjab to set up four COVID-19 testing labs Chandigarh (IANS): To boost the fight against COVID-19, the Punjab government, here on Monday, decided to set up four testing laboratories and appoint 131 essential staff at these labs on the priority basis. The cabinet meeting, chaired by Chief Minister Amarinder Singh, also cleared the Medical Education and Research Department’s proposal to

create and fill four posts of Assistant Professor (Microbiology) on the ad hoc basis in these laboratories. The labs will help scale up the capacity of three Government Medical Colleges in Patiala, Amritsar and Faridkot to 13,000 tests a day from 9,000 a day. The laboratories will be set up at the Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and

Animal Sciences University in Ludhiana, the Punjab State Forensic Sciences Laboratory in Mohali, the Northern Regional Diseases Diagnostic Laboratory in Jalandhar, and the Punjab Biotechnology Incubator in Mohali. The appointments would be made through outsourcing from the Baba Farid University of Health Sciences

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2021 LEXUS IS: Agility and Athleticism Expand Driving Performance

TORONTO, ON: Recently new 2021 Lexus IS was unveiled via a unique and engaging online virtual reveal. The Lexus IS F SPORT variant features a host of visual and performance cues that immediately set it apart, including a unique front bumper with functional aerodynamic enhancements, rear bumper, grille surround, rear lip spoiler, rocker molding and more. Along with F SPORT 19-inch wheels, a unique centre cap and larger rear tires for added performance (265/35R19), they are also equipped with a cool air intake with sound generator and an F SPORT exhaust and diffuser. In addition, unique F SPORT badges adorn the sides and rear of the vehicle as well. F SPORT models can be further augmented with the addition of a Dynamic Handling Package

(DHP) that includes Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS). Standard NuLuxe interior colour options include Black, Glazed Caramel and Rioja Red. On F SPORT packages the options include Black, Circuit Red, and two-tone White/Black, while the F SPORT 3 with Dynamic Handling Package is available in Black or Circuit Red interior.

The 2021 IS will be available in both rear- and allwheel drive options, and there are three distinct powertrain options available depending upon the grade. The rear-wheel drive IS 300 features a 2.0-litre, turbocharged and intercooled inline four-cylinder engine. The 2.0-litre engine is updated for 2021, featuring an adaptive transmission control that helps determines the most appropriate gear for each driving situation based on driver input to achieve linear response. Rated to deliver 241 horsepower, the stout four-cylinder also produces a solid 258 lb.-ft of torque across a flat torque range from 1,650 rpm all the way up to 4,400 rpm For added traction in cold-weather climates, the IS 300 is also available with all-wheel drive. The IS 300 AWD is powered by a 3.5-litre V6 that de-

livers 260 horsepower and 236 lb.-ft. of torque to all four wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission. The electronically controlled allwheel drive system is designed to help enhance traction and grip by automatically varying frontto-rear torque distribution. For buyers who crave maximum power, there’s the IS 350 AWD powered by a 3.5-litre V6 that produces 311 horsepower and 280 lb.-ft. of peak torque, coupled a six-speed automatic transmission. If there’s any question about the performance-minded nature of each vehicle, look no further than their 0-96 km/h times, as the IS 350 AWD covers the ground in 5.7 seconds. The new 2021 IS, which is expected to arrive in dealerships in late fall of this year.

2020 Ram 1500 Limited Black Package Crew Cab – Custom truck is great for Work and Play! By Veeno Dewan The 2020 Ram 1500 is just one of a multitude popular Ram pickups available. In Canada. Engine choices range from either a hairy V8, a well- proven V6 or a new 3.0L fuel efficient diesel. The Ram 1500 is still available in three cab configurations (twodoor regular cab, four-door extended quad cab and a roomy four-door crew cab) with three pickup box sizes. Our tester was one of the new packages designed to offer buyers more customizable choice – in this case a 2020 Ram 1500 Limited Black Package Crew Cab that looked fabulous in a deep Diamond Black Crystal pearl paint finish. Note, when they say “Black Package” Ram means it! There is no chrome at all on the Black package edition; the badges, exte-

rior trim and wheels are a combination of matt, satin and gloss black. To say it looked stunning would be an understatement as the big, menacing looking truck garnered more than its fair share of admiring looks. The power plant for our tester was the excellent optional second-generation 3.0-litre

EcoDiesel. The third generation of the turbocharged 3.0-litre EcoDiesel V-6 that delivers increased horsepower, and torque, (260 hp (194 kW) @ 5,600 rpm with Torque at a killer 480 lb.-ft @ 3,950 rpm) along with superb fuel economy and minimal levels of noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) The transmission comprised of an 8 speed auto box. The Ram 1500 interior has the nicest interior of any pickup, with quality materials and intuitive controls and ergonomics. The Ram is very popular in Canada and not hard to see why- the big power seats, limo – like room front and rear make this one of the roomiest and most comfortable trucks on the market. Our Black package tester came, naturally with black leather seats front and

rear. On the road, we found the Ram’s coil-spring suspension, very effective at delivering a smooth, composed, on- and off-road driving experience. Noise levels are very low at speed making for forgiving highway driving. Official fuel economy for this truck at an impressive L/100 km 11.1 city and 8.0 L/100 km on the highway, 11.1 combined. If you need a classy, custom look truck with excellent tow and payload capability supported by a myriad of new technology aids, look no further! Pricing: 2020 Ram 1500 Limited Black Package Crew Cab Price as tested with options and destination charge- $94, 585 More info at: www.ram.ca

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2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback CVT – Good to be back hatchback! Autoreview by Veeno Dewan The venerable Toyota Corolla arrives as hatchback for 2020 in addition to the sedan, and this twelfth generation of the Corolla is a bonus if you want versatility and extra cargo space. For 2020, the Corolla Hatchback has Android Auto smartphone integration, n joining Apple CarPlay integration, and there is new sporty black trimmed Nightshade Edition joining the Corolla lineup. The engine is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with 168 horsepower, 151 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed manual transmission and frontwheel drive are standard, and a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) is optional. The 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback is a five -door hatchback with seating for five. It’s available in three trims: the well equipped SE, (from $21,050) CVT ($22,050), SE, (24,160, nightshade ($26,490) (As tested) and the top XSE starting from $28,200. Recent Corollas, have always offered great value for money, with decent levels of equipment, on the safety

front, and of course, Toyota’s Safety Sense 2.0 package We tested a Corolla hatchback equipped with the sporty blackout trim package called the Nightshade ($, 4,440) available only with the CVT that added the following Nightshade options: Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel, Heated Exterior Mirrors, Heated Front Seats, Safety Connect Automatic Collision Notification, Stolen Vehicle Black Badging Black Side Rocker, Black Rear Spoiler, Black Grille Surround, Black Door Handles, Black Side Mirrors, and 18” Black Alloy amongst other things. The options hiked the cost up from a base $22,050 to $28,266 plus taxes. The Nightshade did look really cool and drew a lot of attention on the road and when parked up. The 168 hp and 151 lb-ft of torque is enough to imbue

the Corolla with enough pep in everyday driving, and some spirited acceleration off the line. Good rigidity from the chassis, teamed with a forgiving suspension allows for comfort on long drives. In term of fuel economy, the Corolla hatchback with the CVT is rated by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) at 7.5 L/100 km in the city and 5.8 on the highway, for a combined average of 6.7 L/100 km. Downsides are few, but the e hatchback format does offer greater versatility, overall, the Corolla’s combination of all features great and a small, make it one of the best compact hatchbacks available in Canada. Highly recommended. 2020 Toyota Corolla hatchback priced from $22,050 Price as tested: $28,266 with Nightshade package. More info at: www.toyota. com

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A drug deal gone bad provides the seeds for chaos in Hammer. Brand new from A 71 Entertainment this 1 1/2 hour drama now can be ordered for video on demand from your local cable carrier or internet provider. Don’t trust anyone. Those prophetic words should have been heard by Chris Davis and pal Adams. Opposites attract and together Mark O’Brien ( Ready or Not) and Ben Cotton (Walking Tall) bring considerable energy and intensity to the table as a pair of small time hoods rejoicing in the glow of a drug deal. Amazing isn’t it how All that money can come between a couple of good old boy rednecks. And throw in a girl into the mix in a not so loving love triangle and you get the picture. Boys will be boys and things quickly spiral out of control bringing others into the melee, Bad things can happen to good people and even worse likely will occur if those involved are rotten to the core. So it’s not surprising In the sleigh test degree that that failed partnership may have roots with Problems on the home front. Family upheavals can be telling and Chris seems to be some sort of an outcast to his parents Which weighs

heavily on all concerned,. Elder statesman Steven tries to mediate the mental carnage that he sees develop, Will Paton (Armageddon) walks a fine line being an aloof dad yet a man who is not quite willing to break that familial bond. Hammer reveals just how far people can go when they are desperate and pushed to the limit with seemingly no way out. A bit contrived this film was the brainchild of director Christian Sparkes who will likely spark a debate over this murky descent into emotional hell. With a little blood and bad health thrown in for good measure Hammer is your

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Government takes steps to address rising insurance costs for strata owners THE Government of British Columbia said on Tuesday that it is taking action to help stratas better mitigate the rising costs of insurance. Actions include bringing more transparency to the strata insurance industry, closing loopholes related to depreciation reports, ending referral fees paid to property managers and giving strata owners and corporations the tools they need to do their part. “The rising cost of strata insurance is a major financial pressure facing thousands of British Columbians during an already challenging time,” said Carole James, Minister of Finance. “This is an extremely complex issue playing out in the private insurance industry, but that doesn’t lessen our government’s commitment to doing what we can to make the situation better. Everyone has a role to play in returning the market to balance and today our government is taking a first step, with the understanding that we will take further action as needed.” Through amendments to the Strata Property

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NDP strata legislation offers no financial relief to hard hit strata owners: B.C. Liberals TODD Stone, BC Liberal Critic for Municipal Affairs and Housing, said on Tuesday he is troubled by the NDP’s months-overdue strata legislation that does nothing to provide actual relief for thousands of British Columbians hit hard with skyrocketing strata insurance costs. “The government should have taken action to address this crisis months ago,” said Stone. “We have repeatedly called on the government to address the strata insurance crisis and they have continually ignored our solutions. Now, the government has put forward a bill that provides zero financial relief to condo and townhome owners who desperately need it. We’ve heard horror stories of British Columbians facing significant financial stress and anxiety as a result of being hit with huge increases in their monthly strata fees and one-time special assessments in the thousands of dollars, and yet the government’s bill does nothing to keep money in their pockets.” The BC Liberals have proposed over a dozen solutions to fix soaring insurance costs for condo and townhome owners. Those solutions include the creation of a water damage prevention program to provide a financial incentive for preventative maintenance as well as ideas like a temporary tax holiday on the Insurance Premium Tax and extension of the Property Tax Deferment Program. The legislation introduced on Tuesday contains none of these measures and will do nothing to provide relief for hard-hit strata owners. “It is disappointing to see the NDP has passed over much-needed relief measures for partisan reasons,” said Stone “Not only that, but it looks like they are also planning on launching further consultations on today’s proposed changes, which will mean even more delays. This is a province-wide crisis and the people impacted don’t have time to wait any longer — they need to see action and financial relief today.”

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105-14914-104 Ave. Near Guildford Mall

Corner of 120 Street and 72 Avenue

ABBOTSFORD

KELOWNA

260-2655, Clearbrook Rd. 604-853-2168

1631 Dickson Ave., Kelowna 250-980-7738

tment By Appoin Only

RICHMOND LANGLEY COQUITLAM BURNABY CHILLIWACK MAPLE RIDGE 604-273-8518 604-588-8288 604-552-8958 604-602-1828 604-792-8816 604-552-8958

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