The Cities of Regina and Saskatoon have asked the provincial government to implement a mandatory face mask policy in public spaces as they mull over creating their own bylaws to that effect.
During an announcement at Cornwall Centre, Regina Mayor stated that the best way to reduce confusion around where and when to wear face masks is to have a provincewide policy.
At the moment, the city council is encouraging all residents to wear face masks or other face-covering in any indoor public spaces and in any public vehicles like buses or taxis. The city council will discuss the possibility of creating a city bylaw to make face masks mandatory in these spaces.
Saskatoon Mayor also asked the provincial government for a mandatory mask policy. While he stated earlier in the pandemic that he did not see a need to make face masks mandatory, his thoughts on the topic have changed, especially with the growing concern over the return to schools this fall.
With schools reopening, more people will be riding public transit and interacting in public spaces. With this in mind, it is best to see a provincial mask policy in place before September.
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