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Question 1: What are your feelings about wearing masks? Do you feel that masks should be mandated by government officials? Why or why not? Are these measures effective against the spread of COVID-19?
Masks are an easy way to protect those around us and I fully support their use in all indoor public spaces. I think they should be mandated by the provincial governments - there is no economical or political reason not to.
Masks are an easy way to protect those around us and I fully support their use in all indoor public spaces. I think they should be mandated by the provincial governments - there is no economical or political reason not to.
Question 2: The Canadian - U.S. border continues to be closed to non-essential travel. Is this a good or bad decision for Canada? When should the border be reopened fully?
I think this is a great idea, especially with the out of control situation in the US. It should stay closed until the US governments have it under control, especially the border states to car traffic - air traffic should be longer.
I think this is a great idea, especially with the out of control situation in the US. It should stay closed until the US governments have it under control, especially the border states to car traffic - air traffic should be longer.
Question 3: Niagara has seen a large number of visitors from other regions of Ontario on weekends and holidays. This has helped businesses and tourism. But it has also led to crowded venues and the potential spread of COVID-19. What can be done to balance safety and economics?
The issue with Niagara and the falls in particular is that much of it is outdoor venues. But there should still be ticketed/reserved entry to all venues and businesses which would help control the influx of visitors.
The issue with Niagara and the falls in particular is that much of it is outdoor venues. But there should still be ticketed/reserved entry to all venues and businesses which would help control the influx of visitors.
Question 4: Schools from kindergarten through university/college have reopened. How has the Ontario government handled the return to school? Are schools safe for students, teachers and staff? Is online learning a good alternative?
The Ontario government has handled it badly and the municipalities are doing their best; I do appreciate that Ontario is supporting online options but more assistance in funds, planning and execution should have been forthcoming. Classes should be smaller.
The Ontario government has handled it badly and the municipalities are doing their best; I do appreciate that Ontario is supporting online options but more assistance in funds, planning and execution should have been forthcoming. Classes should be smaller.
Question 5: Do you think that there will be a significant second wave in Canada? Why?
Yes, we are in it already. Colder weather, opening up of restrictions all allow the virus to spread more easily.
Yes, we are in it already. Colder weather, opening up of restrictions all allow the virus to spread more easily.
Question 6: Most people had to cancel plans for a special event, vacation, or activity due to the COVID-19 pandemic. What did you miss out on? Would you be comfortable returning to these within the next year?
We had to cancel some vacation plans but overall our life has not been too affected. I miss regular things like movies, day events etc. Some is closed and some I don't feel as safe to do. What I feel comfortable with will depend on the cases situation; I was looking forward to a movie this fall (when something new came out) but now that the second wave has come who knows when we'll get there.
We had to cancel some vacation plans but overall our life has not been too affected. I miss regular things like movies, day events etc. Some is closed and some I don't feel as safe to do. What I feel comfortable with will depend on the cases situation; I was looking forward to a movie this fall (when something new came out) but now that the second wave has come who knows when we'll get there.
Question 7: Where do you get your news and information about the pandemic? What sources do you find trustworthy?
Various TV news and online news, CBC news app, huffpost app. I tend to trust local Canadian new sources, especially the CBC
Various TV news and online news, CBC news app, huffpost app. I tend to trust local Canadian new sources, especially the CBC
Question 8: When do you think the pandemic will subside and we can return to some kind of normal life?
Likely summer 2021 if there is/are vaccines available for wide distribution.
Likely summer 2021 if there is/are vaccines available for wide distribution.
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Heather Van Rijn
Date
oct 11 2020
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Hamilton, ON
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This item was submitted on October 11, 2020 by heather.vanrijn@hotmail.ca using the form “Questions and Answers 3” on the site “Documenting COVID-19 in Niagara”: https://exhibits.library.brocku.ca/s/COVID-Niagara
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