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COVID-19 Resources

The world is currently experiencing a period of unprecedented challenges, and there is much uncertainty from governments, businesses, and the general public alike. In an effort to alleviate some of this uncertainty, the Pacific NorthWest Economic Region's (PNWER) Center for Regional Disaster Resilience (CRDR) has put together an evolving catalogue of general resources for the coronavirus pandemic as well as more specific information on the U.S.-Canada border closure, essential workforce, public health, and economic impact. 
Live Updates of COVID-19 Cases in Canada
Live Updates of COVID-19 Cases in the U.S.
At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, PNWER began assembling calls of our elected officials to discuss ways we could respond to COVID-19 as a region.  We then began having separate calls between economic recovery leaders in both the U.S. and Canada, before combining these efforts into our ongoing COVID-19 Recovery Call Series. 

​The goal of this call series is to share information and promote best practices to ensure decision makers in our region have a working understanding of the 'puzzle pieces' that will support safe and sustainable post-COVID economic recovery. Previous calls have explored several topics, including contact tracing and exposure notification apps. You can learn more about the COVID-19 Recovery Call series by clicking the button below!
PNWER COVID-19 Recovery Call Series

Official Resources from the Public Sector
Resources
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Official Canadian Federal Site
Official U.S. Federal Site
World Health Organization (WHO) Site
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Provincial/State Official Sites:
Alaska
Alberta
British Columbia
Idaho
Montana

Northwest Territories
Oregon 
Saskatchewan
Washington
Yukon
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Official State COVID-19 Websites for all 50 States-The Council of State Governments (CSG)

Federal Relief:
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Canada's COVID-19 Economic Response Plan
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United States CARES Act- The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act

READ: Highlights of the CARES Act

SEE: One major pillar of the CARES Act is the  $150 billion Coronavirus Relief Fund. This fund provides state, local, and tribal governments with aid to fight COVID-19. From the Center for Budget and Policy Priorities, here are visualizations of how the funding will flow:
• Distribution of $150B Coronavirus Relief Fund, overall by State - MAP
• Local Share of $150B Coronavirus Relief Fund - MAP
• State Share of $150B Coronavirus Relief Fund - MAP

READ: The CARES Act provides Assistance for State and Local Governments- U.S. Department of the Treasury

Guidelines for Reopening:
Alaska
Alberta
British Columbia
Idaho
Montana
Northwest Territories
Oregon
Saskatchewan
​Washington

Yukon

Federal/Provincial/State Resources for Businesses
Canada
United States

Alaska
Alberta
British Columbia 
Idaho
Montana
Northwest Territories
Oregon
Saskatchewan
Washington 
Yukon
Vaccine Distribution Plans
Alaska
Idaho
Montana
Oregon
​Washington
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Additional Public Sector Resources

CISA Information & Updates on COVID-19- DHS's Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) page for coronavirus effects on critical infrastructure

Coronavirus Rumor Control- FEMA page to help the public distinguish between rumors and facts regarding the response to coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic
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Coronavirus: What You Need to Know: Current Information On The Status Of COVID-19 In The United States And Abroad, What Actions States/Territories Have Taken To Address It, And The Latest Efforts By The Federal Government-National Governors Association

COVID-19 Available Federal Resources-The Council of State Governments (CSG)

COVID-19 Stimulus Bill: What It Means for States-National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL)

Rural Development COVID-19 Response-USDA Rural Development has taken a number of immediate actions to help rural residents, businesses, and communities affected by the COVID-19 outbreak.

How Can You Help?

CANADA: Call to action: Canadian manufacturers needed to help combat COVID-19

UNITED STATES: How to Help-FEMA page for donations, volunteering, and private sector

BRITISH COLUMBIA: Supply Products and Services to Support B.C.'s COVID-19 Response- 
As worldwide demand increases, the B.C. Government is looking for both medical and non-medical products and services to help with the response.

IDAHO: Idaho Office of Emergency Management Goods and Services Offer Form -Form collecting information about available offers of goods and services for donation or purchase, such as: masks, gowns, gloves, hand sanitizer, and boot/shoe covers. 

​OREGON: Oregon Office of Emergency Management Goods and Services Offer Form- Form collecting information about available offers of goods and services for donation or purchase, such as: masks, gowns, gloves, hand sanitizer, and boot/shoe covers

​WASHINGTON: 
Personal protective equipment (PPE) and infection-control products- The State of Washington is seeking to fill shortages of specific personal protective equipment (PPE) and infection-control products to support our medical system, first responders, public health and care facilities.
Essential Workforce Guidelines
Canadian Federal Guidance
U.S. Federal Guidance
Alaska
Alberta

British Columbia
Idaho
Northwest Territories

Oregon
Saskatchewan
Washington
U.S. Department of Homeland Security- Acting Secretary Chad Wolf Statement on Non-Essential Travel
-April 20,2020

 
“In close collaboration, the US, Mexico, and Canada have each agreed to extend restrictions on non-essential travel across their shared borders for 30 additional days. As President Trump stated last week, border control, travel restrictions and other limitations remain critical to slowing the spread and allowing the phased opening of the country.” 

Resources for Businesses
Government Resources for Businesses
Canada
U.S.


Alaska
Alberta
British Columbia 
Idaho
Montana
Northwest Territories
Oregon
Saskatchewan
Washington 
Yukon

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Canada's COVID-19 Economic Response Plan

United States CARES Act- The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act
READ: Highlights of the CARES Act

CISA Information & Updates on COVID-19- DHS's Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) page for coronavirus effects on critical infrastructure

Canadian Business Resilience Network-Resources for containment measures, business continuity, business support, and recovery

Economic Recovery Dashboard-Washington State Department of Commerce

Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources-U.S. Small Business Administration 

Legislative Response to COVID-19-FiscalNote

Rural Development COVID-19 Response- USDA Rural Development has taken a number of immediate actions to help rural residents, businesses, and communities affected by the COVID-19 outbreak.

Business Re-Entry Registration​- The Washington Business Re-Entry (BRE) registration system provides statewide consistency in identifying business representatives with a critical need to access facilities or infrastructure located within a disaster-impacted area. 

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Business Communications and Support Office- City of Vancouver, BC

COVID-19 Information- Washington State Department of Enterprise Services Guidance
Additional Resources
Blue Cascades IV: Critical Infrastructure and Pandemic Preparedness-Center for Regional Disaster Resilience

Comprehensive Community Bio-Event Resilience Action Plan for the Puget Sound Region-Center for Regional Disaster Resilience

#COVID19 Resources for BC Businesses-British Columbia Economic Development Association
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COVID-19-Northwest Territories Chamber of Commerce

COVID-19 Anticipated Economic Impacts in Seattle and Washington-​Business Health Trust/Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce--March 17, 2020

WEBINAR: COVID-19: Cybersecurity Threats & Best Practices webinar- Western Governors' Association (WGA)--May 5, 2020

WEBINAR: COVID-19 Economic Impacts and Mitigation in Rural Communities Part II (State and Local) webinar- Western Governors' Association (WGA)--April 23, 2020

COVID-19 Global Port Restrictions Map-Live updates from the Wilhelmsen Group

​COVID-19 Guidance and Resources-Dickinson Wright has set up industry-specific Canadian and cross-border groups with lawyers to assist with navigating the present personal and professional challenges.

COVID-19 Resources-Resources for the forest products industry from the American Forest Resource Council

​COVID-19: Resources for Economic Development-International Economic Development Council: Restore Your Economy

COVID-19 Small Business Resources-America's Small Business Development Centers (SBDC)
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WEBINAR: The Coronavirus Impact on Global Supply Chains-Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM)--March 13, 2020--Webinar on how organizations are currently handling the repercussions of coronavirus on their global supply chains and what you can do to help mitigate risk for your organization.

Cybersecurity in the time of COVID-19: A guide to staying safe online during a global pandemic-Cybersecurity Guide

ARTICLE: Digital Hygiene: The next step in the fight against COVID-19- Brennen Schmidt, International Association of Business Communicators--April 8, 2020

WEBINARS: #Here4YYC: Business resource webinar series-Calgary Chamber of Commerce

ARTICLE: How the coronavirus has affected small businesses in 2020- Myranda Mondry, Intuit QuickBooks--September 21, 2020

Industry & Sector-Specific Resources-International Economic Development Council: Restore Your Economy--Business resources for specific industry sectors, including small businesses, construction, hospitality, restaurants, manufacturing, retail, and transportation. 

Navigating coronavirus: COVID-19 resources for foodservice operators-Restaurants Canada

Powering Up Toolkit-Calgary Chamber of Commerce--Toolkit to help businesses operate safely with COVID-19

WASHINGTON: COVID-19 Resources for Employers-Association of Washington Business resources for employers impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic

Work.com-Salesforce Reopening Guide 
Border Resources and News on Border Closure, Tariff Waivers, Etc.
Resources​
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COVID-19 Guidance and Resources-Dickinson Wright has set up industry-specific Canadian and cross-border groups with lawyers to assist with navigating the present personal and professional challenges.

WEBINAR: COVID-19 and the Northern Border-Wilson Center- Recording and Summary

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Fact Sheet: DHS Measures on the Border to Limit the Further Spread of Coronavirus
-U.S. Department of Homeland Security--April 21, 2020

Guidance on identifying critical infrastructure sectors and essential workers-U.S. Department of Homeland Security's CISA Essential Workforce Report

Notification of Temporary Travel Restrictions Applicable to to Land Ports of Entry and Ferries Service between the United States and Canada-U.S. Customs and Border Control (CPB) released the above guidance on the temporary travel restrictions between the U.S. and Canada.--March 24, 2020

SURVEY: Coronavirus Border Response-Canadian American Business Council

WEBINAR: The Coronavirus Impact on Global Supply Chains-Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM)
--March 13, 2020--Webinar on how organizations are currently handling the repercussions of coronavirus on their global supply chains and what you can do to help mitigate risk for your organization.

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Trucking Waivers:
Washington Truck Driver Waivers
Oregon DOT Trucking Waivers
News

Canadian opinions of the U.S. at lowest in nearly 40 years, polling program shows-The Globe and Mail--October 14, 2020

​Here's what experts say could be key in getting the U.S.-Canadian border reopened-The Bellingham Herald--September 21, 2020

Travel leaders test COVID-19 safety measures at Canadian border-Puget Sound Business Journal--September 21, 2020

​COVID-19: Relationships along Cascadia corridor key to promoting innovation, recovery-Vancouver Sun--September 16, 2020

Canada-U.S. border restrictions extended, forcing big changes in some people's lives-NW News Network--August 19, 2020

Remote neighbours Stewart and Hyder ask for border rules to be relaxed-Vancouver Sun--August 6, 2020​

Prolonged border closure having 'devastating' impact on Lincoln County-Montana Free Press--July 31, 2020

Canada Tightens Regulations on Ferries and Cruise Ships-The Maritime Executive--April 5, 2020

OP-ED: Canada and US must allow bilateral trade flow of COVID-19 supplies-Maryscott Greenwood, Policy Options--April 1, 2020

Trump Set to Announce Deferral for Some Tariff Payments- Bloomberg News--March 31, 2020

OP-ED: In the COVID-19 crisis, thank a trucker- Maryscott Greenwood and Stephen Lakowski, iPolitics--March 30, 2020

Reports from North America's Borders: Experts React to New COVID-19 Travel Restrictions- Wilson Center--March 26, 2020

NEW SURVEY: Full Closure of United States-Canada Border Would Threaten Medical Supplies, Telecommunications, Critical Consumer Products, says Canadian American Business Council- PR Newswire--March 26, 2020

Trump, Trudeau agree to close U.S.-Canada border to 'nonessential' traffic- The Washington Post--March 19, 2020

Montana border communities brace for closure- Missoulian--March 19, 2020

COMMENTARY: ​Canada Is a Lifeline for America Right Now- MaryScott Greenwood, Barron's--March 19, 2020

Border closing or no, U.S.-Canada trade likely to decline- Politico--March 19, 2020

COVID-19: Border closure just the latest blow for Alberta's reeling economy-Calgary Herald--March 19, 2020
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PRESS RELEASE: ​US - Canada border restrictions must keep commerce flowing and recognize our critical integrated supply chains-PNWER Press Release--March 18, 2020

OP-ED: Closing of borders could be the most lasting harm from this coronavirus pandemic-The Globe and Mail--March 18, 2020
Economic Impact & Recovery Planning
Resources
Canada's COVID-19 Economic Response Plan

United States CARES Act- The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act
READ: Highlights of the CARES Act
SEE: One major pillar of the CARES Act is the  $150 billion Coronavirus Relief Fund. This fund provides state, local, and tribal governments with aid to fight COVID-19. From the Center for Budget and Policy Priorities, here are visualizations of how the funding will flow:
• Distribution of $150B Coronavirus Relief Fund, overall by State - MAP
• Local Share of $150B Coronavirus Relief Fund - MAP
• State Share of $150B Coronavirus Relief Fund - MAP
​READ: The CARES Act provides Assistance for State and Local Governments- U.S. Department of the Treasury
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Canadian Business Resilience Network-Resources for containment measures, business continuity, business support, and recovery

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources-U.S. Small Business Administration 

LISTEN: COVID Comes to the USA-Disaster Zone Podcast, led by Eric Holdeman, Director of the Center for Regional Disaster Resilience--July 29, 2020

COVID-19 Anticipated Economic Impacts in Seattle and Washington-​Business Health Trust/Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce--March 17, 2020

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Business Communications and Support Office- City of Vancouver, BC
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WATCH: COVID-19 Economic Impacts and Mitigation in Rural Communities Part II (State and Local) webinar- Western Governors' Association (WGA)--April 23, 2020

The COVID-19 Recovery Conversation Must Start Today- The Cadmus Group--Article about organizational steps to take as businesses contemplate returning to "the new normal" at work.

COVID-19: Resources for Economic Development-International Economic Development Council: Restore Your Economy

​COVID-19 Scenarios: Rebooting an Economy in Free Fall-The Conference Board

​COVID-19 Stimulus Bill: What It Means for States-National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL)
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Economic Development Response to COVID-19-International Economic Development Council: Restore Your Economy--Insight and guidance from members.

​Economic Recovery Dashboard-Washington State Department of Commerce

​Economic Recovery Moderating: Monthly Economic Insights-Canadian Economy- Alan Arcand, Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters--September 30, 2020

​WEBINARS: #Here4YYC: Business resource webinar series-Calgary Chamber of Commerce

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Industry & Sector-Specific Resources-International Economic Development Council: Restore Your Economy--Business resources for specific industry sectors, including small businesses, construction, hospitality, restaurants, manufacturing, retail, and transportation. 

LISTEN: The Recovery Project- Podcast dedicated charting the economic road to recovery from COVID-19, featuring leading economists, strategists, and thinkers.

Restarting Operations After COVID-19-Industry Sector Best Practice Guides-Go2HR

Washington in the Making-AWB Institute
​Guidelines for Reopening:
Alaska
Alberta
​British Columbia
Idaho
Montana
Northwest Territories
Oregon
Saskatchewan
​Washington
Yukon
Canada
U.S. Federal

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Public Health Principles for Phased Reopening During Covid-19: Guidance for Governors-Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health--April 17, 2020

Map of State Reopen Plans-The Council of State Governments (CSG)

Economic Impact Surveys:
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RESULTS: NEW SURVEY: Full Closure of United States-Canada Border Would Threaten Medical Supplies, Telecommunications, Critical Consumer Products, says Canadian American Business Council- PR Newswire--March 26, 2020

RESULTS: British Columbia-How is COVID-19 impacting our business?: COVID-19 Business Impact Survey Results-British Columbia Economic Development Association--March 19, 2020

RESULTS: Idaho-COVID-19 Idaho Business Impact Survey-Idaho Commerce and Idaho State Department of Agriculture

RESULTS: Idaho-
Regional Business Impact Survey: COVID-19-The Partnership for Economic Prosperity, the Moscow Chamber of Commerce, Latah County, and the City of Moscow

PARTICIPATE: Northwest Territories Survey-COVID-19 and your Business-NWT Chamber of Commerce

RESULTS: Oregon-COVID-19 Business Survey Results-Travel Oregon, Business Oregon, and America's SBDC-Oregon

PARTICIPATE and RESULTS: Oregon-In Their Own Words-Oregon State Chamber of Commerce


​RESULTS: Oregon-SURVEY: Many businesses are hurting-Portland Business Alliance--March 19, 2020

RESULTS: Saskatchewan-Saskatchewan Businesses Experiencing an ‘Economic Gash’ says Provincial Chamber-Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce--March 18, 2020

RESULTS: Washington-International Trade and Global Pandemic: Impacts of COVID-19 on Washington's Trade Economy-Washington Council on International Trade (WCIT)--May 2020

RESULTS: Washington-Results for Governor's Advisory Group- Washington Business Alliance and Low Carbon Prosperity Institute
Public Health Resources
Resources
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ASL COVID-19 Video Series-American Sign Language (ASL) videos answering common COVID-19 questions from the Washington State Department of Health
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Blue Cascades IV: Critical Infrastructure and Pandemic Preparedness-Center for Regional Disaster Resilience

Comprehensive Community Bio-Event Resilience Action Plan for the Puget Sound Region-Center for Regional Disaster Resilience

Coronavirus COVID-19 Global Cases-Live worldwide map by the Center for Systems Science and Engineering (CSSE) at Johns Hopkins University

Coronavirus COVID-19 U.S. Cases-Avenir Health-Cases can be viewed by county

Coronavirus Rumor Control-FEMA page to help the public distinguish between rumors and facts regarding the response to coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic
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COVID-19 Community Mobility Reports: See how your community is moving around differently due to COVID-19-Google

COVID-19: How to be Safe and Resilient-Global Resilience Institute at Northeastern University--Short, online course for Home and Family Preparedness 

COVID-19 US state-by-state projections-Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at University of Washington 

CRDR Public Health Page-CRDR Resources

Official State COVID-19 Websites for all 50 States-The Council of State Governments (CSG)

Telehealth and Online Mental Health Resources During COVID-19 Pandemic-Sunshine Behavioral Health

​How Can You Help?

CANADA: Call to action: Canadian manufacturers needed to help combat COVID-19

U.S.: How to Help-FEMA page for donations, volunteering, and private sector

BRITISH COLUMBIA: Supply Products and Services to Support B.C.'s COVID-19 Response- As worldwide demand increases, the B.C. Government is looking for both medical and non-medical products and services to help with the response.
​
IDAHO: 
Idaho Office of Emergency Management Goods and Services Offer Form -Form collecting information about available offers of goods and services for donation or purchase, such as: masks, gowns, gloves, hand sanitizer, and boot/shoe covers. 
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​OREGON: 
Oregon Office of Emergency Management Goods and Services Offer Form- Form collecting information about available offers of goods and services for donation or purchase, such as: masks, gowns, gloves, hand sanitizer, and boot/shoe covers

WASHINGTON: 
Personal protective equipment (PPE) and infection-control products- The State of Washington is seeking to fill shortages of specific personal protective equipment (PPE) and infection-control products to support our medical system, first responders, public health and care facilities.
Vaccine Distribution Plans
Alaska
Idaho
Montana
Oregon
​Washington

News

​WATCH: COVID-19 and the Flu Season-Disaster Zone TV--September 14, 2020--An interview with Dr. Jeff Duchin, Public Health Officer for King County

LISTEN: Wear a Mask, Avoid a Disaster-Disaster Zone Podcast, Eric Holdeman, Director of the CRDR--August 4, 2020

READ: Opinion: Embracing Disaster Mitigation by Wearing a Protective Mask-Eric Holdeman, Director of the CRDR, Government Technology-Emergency Management--July 31, 2020

READ and WATCH: Public Health and the Response to the Pandemic-Interview with Eric Holdeman, Director of the CRDR, June 24, 2020

READ: Government of Canada creates COVID-19 supply council in support of Canada's response and recovery- Press Release from Public Services and Procurement Canada--May 3, 2020

WEBINAR: Ventilation, surface disinfection and PPE considerations for the IP and IH- American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA)

READ: Why B.C. is flattening the COVID-19 curve while numbers in central Canada surge​- CBC News--April 6, 2020

READ: ​ER Visits for Coronavirus-like Illnesses Drop in Washington Hospitals-Newsweek--April 3, 2020

READ: Report 12: The Global Impact of COVID-19 and Strategies for Mitigation and Suppression- Report from the Imperial College London--March 26, 2020

BLOG: Disaster Zone: The Big One, COVID-19 Tsunami-MRSC--March 24, 2020--Blog from CRDR's Eric Holdeman
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READ & LISTEN: Expert: We have a ‘civic responsibility’ to stay home, help slow spread-Gee and Ursula Show, KIRO Radio--March 23, 2020--Interview with CRDR's Eric Holdeman

READ: Impact of non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) to reduce COVID-19 mortality and healthcare demand-Report from Imperial College London--March 16, 2020
News
Live Updates:
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​U.S.: The Coronavirus Outbreak -The New York Times 

Alberta: COVID-19 Live Updates- Calgary Herald

British Columbia: COVID-19 Update- Vancouver Sun

Idaho: Coronavirus Updates- Idaho Statesman
Oregon: Coronavirus in Oregon- The Oregonian

Saskatchewan: COVID-19 live updates- The Star Phoenix

Washington: Coronavirus daily news updates- Seattle Times

Additional News:
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Check out CRDR Director Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone blog or Disaster Zone Podcast on emergency management, public health, and disaster resilience.

Canadian opinions of the U.S. at lowest in nearly 40 years, polling program shows-The Globe and Mail--October 14, 2020

Economic Recovery Moderating: Monthly Economic Insights-Canadian Economy- Alan Arcand, Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters--September 30, 2020

Here's what experts say could be key in getting the U.S.-Canadian border reopened-The Bellingham Herald--September 21, 2020

Travel leaders test COVID-19 safety measures at Canadian border-Puget Sound Business Journal--September 21, 2020

State launches interactive data tool to help leaders plan and track recovery efforts across regions, sectors and demographics-Washington State Department of Commerce--September 21, 2020

COVID-19: Relationships along Cascadia corridor key to promoting innovation, recovery-Vancouver Sun--September 16, 2020

WATCH: COVID-19 and the Flu Season-Disaster Zone TV--September 14, 2020--An interview with Dr. Jeff Duchin, Public Health Officer for King County

Canada-U.S. border restrictions extended, forcing big changes in some people's lives-NW News Network--August 19, 2020
​
Remote neighbours Stewart and Hyder ask for border rules to be relaxed-Vancouver Sun--August 6, 2020​

LISTEN: 
Wear a Mask, Avoid a Disaster-Disaster Zone Podcast, Eric Holdeman, Director of the CRDR--August 4, 2020

READ: 
Opinion: Embracing Disaster Mitigation by Wearing a Protective Mask-Eric Holdeman, Director of the CRDR, Government Technology-Emergency Management--July 31, 2020

Prolonged border closure having 'devastating' impact on Lincoln County-Montana Free Press--July 31, 2020

LISTEN:
 COVID Comes to the USA-Disaster Zone Podcast, led by Eric Holdeman, Director of the Center for Regional Disaster Resilience--July 29, 2020

READ: Some Canadian businesses want to let Americans back in. Most Canadians don't.-The Washington Post--July 1, 2020

READ and WATCH: Public Health and the Response to the Pandemic-Interview with Eric Holdeman, Director of the CRDR, June 24, 2020

Opinion: We can't wait for a grand plan to save our economy-Eric Holdeman, Puget Sound Business Journal--May 7, 2020

PRESS RELEASE: USDA Announces Details of Direct Assistance to Farmers through the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program-U.S. Department of Agriculture--May 19, 2020

COMMENTARY: Breaking down the G20 Covid-19 Fiscal Response- Center for Strategic and International Studies--April 30, 2020

Washington, Oregon, and California Employer Groups Announce Coalition to Assist in Reopening Economies-Association of Washington Business--April 27, 2020

OP-ED: Rebuilding Oregon's trade-dependent economy- Maria Ellis and Avery Picard, The Oregonian--April 19, 2020

OP-ED: Solving the mess at the US-Canada border will help both countries get through the pandemic- Maryscott Greenwood, Business Insider--April 17, 2020
Digital Hygiene: The next step in the fight against COVID-19- Brennen Schmidt, International Association of Business Communicators--April 8, 2020

​Why B.C. is flattening the COVID-19 curve while numbers in central Canada surge​- CBC News--April 6, 2020

Canada Tightens Regulations on Ferries and Cruise Ships-The Maritime Executive--April 5, 2020

​ER Visits for Coronavirus-like Illnesses Drop in Washington Hospitals- Newsweek--April 3, 2020

​What can firms do now in the midst of a pandemic?- Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP)--April 3, 2020

​OP-ED: 
Canada and US must allow bilateral trade flow of COVID-19 supplies-Maryscott Greenwood, Policy Options--April 1, 2020

Trump Set to Announce Deferral for Some Tariff Payments- Bloomberg News--March 31, 2020

​OP-ED:
 In the COVID-19 crisis, thank a trucker- Maryscott Greenwood and Stephen Lakowski, iPolitics--March 30, 2020

​The CARES Act has Passed: Here are the Highlights -Forbes--March 29, 2020

​Reports from North America's Borders: Experts React to New COVID-19 Travel Restrictions- Wilson Center--March 26, 2020

​NEW SURVEY: Full Closure of United States-Canada Border Would Threaten Medical Supplies, Telecommunications, Critical Consumer Products, says Canadian American Business Council- PR Newswire--March 26, 2020

​Report 12: The Global Impact of COVID-19 and Strategies for Mitigation and Suppression- Report from the Imperial College London--March 26, 2020

​BLOG: 
Disaster Zone: The Big One, COVID-19 Tsunami-MRSC--March 24, 2020--Blog from CRDR's Eric Holdeman

​READ & LISTEN: 
Expert: We have a ‘civic responsibility’ to stay home, help slow spread-Gee and Ursula Show, KIRO Radio--March 23, 2020--Interview with CRDR's Eric Holdeman

COVID-19 Updates; New Businesses on Lock-down; Please, stay home and stay healthy!!!-Sen. Arnie Roblan, Oregon State Legislature--March 23, 2020

WATCH: Former King County disaster leader: 'We need to take drastic steps now'- King5 News--March 19, 2020
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Trump, Trudeau agree to close U.S.-Canada border to 'nonessential' traffic- The Washington Post--March 19, 2020

Montana border communities brace for closure- Missoulian--March 19, 2020

COMMENTARY: ​Canada Is a Lifeline for America Right Now- MaryScott Greenwood, Barron's--March 19, 2020

Border closing or no, U.S.-Canada trade likely to decline- Politico--March 19, 2020

COVID-19: Border closure just the latest blow for Alberta's reeling economy-Calgary Herald--March 19, 2020
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PRESS RELEASE: ​US - Canada border restrictions must keep commerce flowing and recognize our critical integrated supply chains-PNWER Press Release--March 18, 2020

OP-ED: Closing of borders could be the most lasting harm from this coronavirus pandemic-The Globe and Mail--March 18, 2020

Impact of non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) to reduce COVID-19 mortality and healthcare demand-Report from Imperial College London--March 16, 2020
Data
Resources
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Country Unemployment Statistics:
​United States
Canada

Provincial/State Unemployment Statistics:
Alaska
Alberta
British Columbia
Idaho
Montana

Northwest Territories
Oregon 
Saskatchewan
Washington
Yukon
Country Unemployment Claims:
​United States
Canada
*This is a developing resource page, and we are regularly updating these resources to present the most up-to-date and accurate information. 

If you have a resource or news story that you think should be included, please email Tara.Edens@pnwer.org.
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