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Editorial: Story of 2020

Looking back on 2020 without being overwhelmed by the constant barrage of COVID-19 information, or lack of information, is almost impossible. The pandemic is the story of 2020 and may end up being the story of the next decade.
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Looking back on 2020 without being overwhelmed by the constant barrage of COVID-19 information, or lack of information, is almost impossible. The pandemic is the story of 2020 and may end up being the story of the next decade.

From the initial stories of infections in other countries to the virus arriving in Canada, British Columbia and the Powell River area, an ever-changing roller coaster of protocols and regulations have followed, affecting the lives and livelihoods of thousands of people.

But the world kept turning in 2020, and it will continue to do so in 2021. Like every year, January 1 provides an opportunity for a reset, whether it’s a personal goal, a family project or a business endeavour.

When and where vaccines become available is in the hands of governments and health officials. Individuals only have control over whether they will be injected or not, and how they want to approach the new year.

All other non-pandemic related aspirations, desire and goals can be viewed in the same way as every other year, with optimism and hope for a brighter future. 2020 began that way, but it was short-lived. COVID-19 brought us to a literal standstill.

2021 begins the way 2020 ended, with states of emergency and health orders in place. But two vaccines, with more on the horizon, at least provide some hope for a return to normalcy in the not too distant future.

For those who choose to make a resolution, the possibilities are endless. The only question, or answer, is how long it will take to achieve success, or realize the task or endeavour will not come to fruition, at least not this year.

For some that answer may come on January 2. Let’s hope the majority hang in there longer than that.