Mask Exemption

• Regulatory group warns several Alberta doctors about sharing COVID-19 misinformation

  The college says it's spoken to doctors who gave into pressure from patients wanting an exemption letter-- not grounded in clinical evidence -- to avoid having to wear masks.

  Health

  Sep 22, 2021
  
• COVID-19: Nanaimo, B.C. woman distributing fake mask exemption cards

  The B.C. Ministry of Health says there are valid medical exemptions from the province's mask mandate, but there is no official or legal card to signify that exemption.

  Health

  Aug 27, 2021
  
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• Laval, Que., mother pushes Indigo to change its policy on face coverings in stores

  "They stopped us right away, they said that my son had to wear a mask."

  Canada

  Oct 30, 2020
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• Can’t wear a mask? Why demands for medical proof have experts worried

  'People can have a number of reasons to be exempted from masks, but sorting out who is eligible is tricky,' said one expert.

  Canada

  Oct 25, 2020
• Mom cuffed, tasered after refusing to wear mask at son’s football game in Ohio

  The Ohio woman is facing trespassing charges after refusing to put on a mask or leave the premises, police say.

  Trending

  Sep 25, 2020
• Advocates speak out for trauma-based mask exemptions ahead of Lethbridge city decision

  One Lethbridge woman who suffers from complex PTSD is standing up for those who can't wear face masks ahead of city council's decision on Aug. 24.

  Health

  Aug 14, 2020
• Montreal woman with health condition says she was turned away from store for not wearing mask

  Anne Schenkler says she's not against wearing a mask, but says in her case, it's not possible. 

  Canada

  Jul 21, 2020
• Who is exempt from Quebec’s mask law and why some may not be complying

  As Quebec's mandatory mask rule went into effect, there are questions surrounding who is exempt.

  Canada

  Jul 20, 2020