for healthy individuals – and, worse, could contribute to the spread of germs if people often touch their faces while wearing them. In April, the federal public-health agency began recommending their use, as Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer Theresa Tam noted the scientific evidence had evolved.
And while new research suggests face masks may help reduce the spread of COVID-19, experts note the evidence is by no means conclusive. Her group is not necessarily calling for a blanket requirement across the country, but rather believes masks should be made mandatory by authorities in areas with high population density and where there’s community spread of COVID-19., Mustafa Hirji, acting medical officer of health for Ontario’s Niagara region, said without enforcement an order would effectively just be a recommendation.
The extent to which a mask reduces one’s risk of infection also depends, in part, on the context, Dr. Chu said.
Yes
Chinese propaganda this is filth that shouldn’t be allowed to happen
Yes I believe so and the government should pay for it
There is good insight on this. I think Tucker Carlson is currently the only anchor on any news channel that is impressive in the evening news shows.
Absolutely not.
Until masks become mandatory, I will not be shopping anywhere, or any time of day, that has a significant numbers of people. I will remain in virtual lockdown.
Yes it should! Nobody is using them and people are acting as if the pandemic is over... :/ whenwillitend
Yes!!!
Yes
Unless u want to be sick.
I felt so much relief in Kingston walking into a grocery store and everyone was wearing a mask. A burden of fear lifted.
I wear a mask when I go inside. Always.
No!
Yes.
Should newspapers be mandatory? Newspapers4Canada think so.
No.
Nope!
If it makes you feel better wear a mask. Stop forcing your BS on other people
Yes, they should!
Didn’t we get into this mess in the first place because people didn’t wear masks?
Yes& wash your hands FGS!!!
Studies have shown that the COVID-19 virus is primarily transmitted between people through respiratory droplets, not through airborne transmission or smear infections (e.g. on door handles).
No
Yes. End of story. Should be mandatory for anyone who works with the public too, ESPECIALLY in restaurants. That this hasn’t been mandated yet is insane. adriandix jjhorgan JustinTrudeau
Wearing masks could pose health hazard, says head of EU agency...
Face Masks don’t work!
Absolutely yes.
How tight is the indoor space? How good is the ventilation?
Yes, make masks mandatory
Since when is lowering disease transmission a Communist agenda? It’s respectful and courteous to wear a mask in situations you could come closer than 6 ft to someone outside of your circle. I wear a mask to protect you and flatten the curve. You not wearing a mask spreads it.
In Vancouver seems like everyone forgot we were wearing them in stores last week...all the grocery stores have increased capacity ( or removed limit) ..guess everyone thinks it’s over
I agree 100%.
Yes, no brainer. Considering the cost of mask, even minimal protection, still worth it! No down side. Mandatory would prevent people who want to wear feel reluctant! Why are we still talking about it after 3 months? There are proven stories from so many Asian countries.
Let's just call it niqab
No!
Yes, we all band together to do it for the good of our country and community. Mutual respect - I wear a mask to protect you and you wear one to protect me. It helps us all.
Businesses and malls should be making masks mandatory before you enter. People need to get used to the idea.
YES. With all the studies backing this up and WHO do we still need to ask this ridiculous question
Yes for sure, all businesses should make it their policy, to protect their employees and customers alike.
Masks should be manditory for those that can wear them safely in places where social distancing cannot be achieved. Has that not been the guideline all along? I went into a Fresco yesterday, not a single mask, no social distancing. We are asking for trouble.
Yes especially when it is hard to maintain social distancing
Agree 💯. I already wear a mask 😷 in any enclosed public space and only grocery shop at LongosMarkets who made masks mandatory on May 4. Masks4Canada
Yes it’s very important to wear the mask indoors people are not realizing that when speaking there is spit flying out of their mouth
West Edmonton mall yes, Metrotown mall Vancouver yes
In enclosed public indoor spaces, yes.
YES.
Howard Hughes would think so but he was viewed as a nut case.
YES!!!!! makemasksmandatory 👊🏻😷👊🏻
Yes!MandatoryMasks
Masks4Canada can kiss my arse
Yes , should be
No, but if you're going to push this garbage, at least mandate that all masks must be made in Canada. No more Chinese PPE.
Long answer: yes (indoor and crowded spaces)
No, absolutely not! Once we mandate a dress code it’s a slippery slope between a mask and full on government mandated dress codes, with tracking chips. Should you wear you a mask, yes! Should the govnement force it, no! Case closed!
Yes. As it should have been from Day 1 !
We must also offer carrots. We need to create fun ways to reward people for wearing masks. Ask corporations to have lotteries to win gift cards etc... Why have I not received masks in the mail yet? (btw we know bars are the riskiest environments) RealMenWearMasks
YES
No masks AT ALL. All this talk “that masks” work are all damn conspiracy theories. Only way you can “protect” yourself with PPEs is like this 🤡 dontfallforthebullshit
Yes
YES!!!! i wear mine when ever i go out not just for my safety but the safety of others
Sweet Dr. Tan wants you to plan the end for your loved one with her guidance. Works in Hospice care. Why is a hospice Dr. worried about masks for young, healthy people?
Of course
MakeCanadaChina
Of course not! Is your mask works, why worry about those who don't wear one?
No, don’t be stupid
Remame it masksforChina
Don't wait for Dr Tam to mandate it
Here is the Dr behind trying to force communist style agenda in Canada. Huge profits for manufacturers of masks made in China.
Yesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesyes
Yes. Absolutely yes.
I think they can eat my shorts
100% yes. What is Canada waiting for?
If a store makes me wear a mask I am wearing this one. If it was good enough for the bubonic plague it’s good enough for Covid.
Sure if you want to further destroy small businesses!
Hell no!
YES. 100 %
Canada has far too many sheep call me for this s***
Great photo! Let’s keep curve down.. have a long way to go Canada 🇨🇦 we can do this together .. keep those borders closed a bit longer too
Only if you're not feeling well.
I agree. My family live in Texas, Fla,.Calif, NY - all past or present hot spots. My parents have been in defacto lock down in Fla for 4 months because the lack of public health measures makes going out dangerous. A piece of cloth = real freedom. What's the big deal?
Yes for sure Masks should be mandatory indoors.
Obviously
Why don't we just can this country China2!
Yeah they should be.
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