Alberta Premier Jason Kenney is being urged in the letter to implement a 'circuit-breaker' lockdown, on the heels of a similar call made by dozens of doctors earlier this week. Circuit-breaker targeted lockdownIn the view of the doctors, a circuit-breaker targeted lockdown would consist of strict, time-limited measures that would help prevent a complete lockdown should the health system become overwhelmed. WATCH | As cases surge, provinces are implementing short, sharp circuit-breaker lockdowns:What is a ‘circuit-breaker’ lockdown and does it work? (CBC)At Monday's press conference, Hinshaw said the idea of a circuit-breaker lockdown was an interesting one, adding the province would continue to consider all its options. The Edmonton zone has already deferred 30 per cent of non-urgent surgeries to account for the burdens on the health system.

Source: CBC News November 12, 2020 13:08 UTC