Ep 231: By the power of statutory immunity

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