A group of doctors has written an open letter to the government of Alberta asking that people be required to wear masks in all indoor spaces outside the home, in crowds, and on public transit. The group wants mask policies enforced with education, not harsh penalties, and would like masks made available on transit. Alberta's chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw says officials are reviewing emerging evidence. "Before we'd make any kind of public health measure mandatory we'd need to carefully consider the pros and cons of that and any potential unintended consequences." "Alberta has limited the spread of COVID-19 and been able to enter Stage 2 because Albertans have taken the public health guidance seriously and protected one another," Alberta Health spokesperson Tom McMillan said.

Source: CBC News June 16, 2020 10:52 UTC