Throughout the pandemic, Canada's top public health officials have faced scrutiny, praise and backlash for the choices they've made since that first case was announced on Jan. 25. avoid worst-case scenario:British Columbia avoided the worst-case scenario during the COVID-19 pandemic largely because of its well co-ordinated messaging, sound decisions and a little bit of luck. Alberta's Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Deena Hinshaw says she's less worried about travel between provinces and is instead more concerned about individuals' actions. (Christopher Katsarov/The Canadian Press)Dr. Eileen de VillaToronto's medical officer of health has guided Canada's largest city through the pandemic with cautious optimism, despite moving slower than other parts of the country. But Toronto's Medical Officer of Health Dr. Eileen de Villa says public health measures must still be followed.

Source: CBC News July 25, 2020 07:52 UTC