In addition to reopening the border, Washington state Gov. The state plans to reopen June 30 and Inslee says if a full border reopening isn't feasible, he recommends partial openings, with a priority on Point Roberts. Point Roberts is part of the mainland United States but not physically connected to it. Calder's call to allow Point Roberts to join a pilot reopening project means those homeowners could return to their properties — and tourists could once again support the financially desperate community. Point Roberts, Wash., relies on Canadians for its main source of income.

Source: CBC News June 09, 2021 02:25 UTC