kingofsurrey Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 (edited) Great to see BC gov now wasting our taxpayers dollars on misleading ads... Unrealistic’: Critics slam B.C. back-to-school COVID-19 ad featuring Dr. Bonnie Henry A new ad produced by the B.C. government featuring provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry is earning poor marks from the B.C. Teachers’ Federation. The 30-second spot is aimed at parents and students heading back to class next month under new COVID-19 protocols. In the ad, Henry runs through a few of the precautions that will be in place: frequent hand washing, student learning cohorts and the use of masks in some situation Union president Teri Mooring says the advertisement doesn’t paint an accurate picture of what schools will look like. “It saddens me that Dr. Henry was used in this ad,” she said. “In that ad, we didn’t see 30 to 32 17-year-olds. It’s unfortunate.” https://globalnews.ca/news/7306040/coronavirus-b-c-teachers-union-back-to-school-ad/ Edited August 30, 2020 by kingofsurrey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stawns Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 2 hours ago, Robert Long said: but thats all going on..... not reduced class sizes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JM_ Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 3 minutes ago, stawns said: not reduced class sizes ah OK. I thought they were considering that as well. I just think the complaining about the gov't is a bit much, they've done a good job on the whole. We'll see how the school stuff works out but if the summer school experience is any guide I'm hopeful that all goes well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stawns Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 2 minutes ago, Robert Long said: ah OK. I thought they were considering that as well. I just think the complaining about the gov't is a bit much, they've done a good job on the whole. We'll see how the school stuff works out but if the summer school experience is any guide I'm hopeful that all goes well. nope, 30 in a classroom for 6 hrs a day. Good times Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stelar Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 2 hours ago, kingofsurrey said: I have no problem with beaches being open. Every beach i have been at, i have seen people social distancing quite well. Being outdoors is much safer than indoors. Asking young people to not socialize for 6 months is not going to work. We have to ask young people to socialize SAFELY and social distance. YES, warn them and then fine them if they refuse. Here is a few ideas i have Increase covid testing in BC Mandatory mask in stores and in schools - worksites where safe social distancing can not happen Reduce class sizes in Sept so social distancing can occur Offer familes online learning opportunties - many families have immune compromised people living in the home and need this option Shut down bars / strip clubs - maybe bars could have outdoor patios expanded and stay open. Won't work for strip bars - LOL Increase restaurant outdoor patios limits / sizes - even extend their hours to help them stay open Termperature testing at work sites / schools Encouraging non bc tourists to stay in their own province for now Calgary can get a test whenever needed. Been tested twice and got results next day mandatory masks inside school districts giving out two masks per student that must be worn offering online learning to those who want it Not bad for a bunch of rednecks eh? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JM_ Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 (edited) 6 minutes ago, stawns said: nope, 30 in a classroom for 6 hrs a day. Good times huh. It'll be interesting to see how many parents choose to keep their kids home. I know a couple of folks that are keeping their kids home for the 1st two weeks to see how it all goes first. Good luck to you,. Edited August 30, 2020 by Robert Long Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stawns Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 Just now, Robert Long said: huh. I'll be interesting to see how many parents choose to keep their kids home. I know a couple of folks that are keeping their kids home for the 1st two weeks to see how it all goes first. I know a lot of people saying they are, but I doubt they will. I expect 90%+ attendance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingofsurrey Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 21 minutes ago, Robert Long said: ah OK. I thought they were considering that as well. I just think the complaining about the gov't is a bit much, they've done a good job on the whole. We'll see how the school stuff works out but if the summer school experience is any guide I'm hopeful that all goes well. Bc gov has done a complete crap job on covid in this province. Look at current numbers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JM_ Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 1 minute ago, kingofsurrey said: Bc gov has done a complete crap job on covid in this province. Look at current numbers meh, you're on a rant. The #1 thing is people in hospital, but thats something you never seem to talk much about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingofsurrey Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 1 minute ago, Robert Long said: meh, you're on a rant. The #1 thing is people in hospital, but thats something you never seem to talk much about. Bc is now the leader in covid in canada Not sure where u get ur info from lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JM_ Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 2 minutes ago, kingofsurrey said: Bc is now the leader in covid in canada Not sure where u get ur info from lol I tried but I can't do it, you're going back on my ignore list, you are too negative. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingofsurrey Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 Just now, Robert Long said: I tried but I can't do it, you're going back on my ignore list, you are too negative. Awesome. Ur best post today Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skategal Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 13 hours ago, Robert Long said: I tried but I can't do it, you're going back on my ignore list, you are too negative. I find putting certain posters on ignore has been extremely beneficial for my blood pressure. When people are so dug in that they refuse to consider anything except their own narrative it's hard to have any sort of discussion. Name calling and constant irrational ranting with no supporting facts makes my head hurt. So, some posters (1) are on ignore and I'm more at peace. Easy peasy. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JM_ Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 49 minutes ago, skategal said: I find putting certain posters on ignore has been extremely beneficial for my blood pressure. When people are so dug in that they refuse to consider anything except their own narrative it's hard to have any sort of discussion. Name calling and constant irrational ranting with no supporting facts makes my head hurt. So, some posters (1) are on ignore and I'm more at peace. Easy peasy. i'm fine with constructive complaining, when people at least have an alternative. But just rant mode? nah, no time for that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingofsurrey Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 (edited) Wear masks social distance hand wash stay safe Please take this virus seriously our bc numbers are growing way too quickly Edited August 30, 2020 by kingofsurrey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingofsurrey Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 Interesting - i think BC only tests 4000 people per day....T Testing for COVID-19 in Ontario In the last 24 hours in Ontario , more than 24,900 tests were conducted. https://toronto.ctvnews.ca/ontario-reports-dip-in-new-covid-19-cases-but-still-logs-more-than-100-new-infections-1.5085099 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timråfan Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 As a swede I'm interested how this virus i dealt with and how many young people(under 40 years) ger serious ill and need to be hospitalised. It seems, when I read a few posts that the virus is worse in Canada. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingofsurrey Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 (edited) 5 minutes ago, Timråfan said: As a swede I'm interested how this virus i dealt with and how many young people(under 40 years) ger serious ill and need to be hospitalised. It seems, when I read a few posts that the virus is worse in Canada. Canada has had 50% more cases than Sweden... and Canada has 100% more deaths than Sweden due to Covid.. But keep in mind Canada has 400% the population of Sweden. I think the virus / 2nd wave of Covid is now pretty much a serious threat to every country's population Edited August 30, 2020 by kingofsurrey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tortorella's Rant Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 (edited) Here in Abbotsford there was a coronavirus case Friday at the gym. Getting close to home! Literally! The gym is a 5 minute drive and I've been going there for about a decade. Edited August 30, 2020 by Tortorella's Rant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fanuck Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 1 hour ago, Tortorella's Rant said: Here in Abbotsford there was a coronavirus case Friday at the gym. Getting close to home! Literally! The gym is a 5 minute drive and I've been going there for about a decade. Gyms and nightclubs/bars are places I've read that are spreading the virus more so than other businesses. These places have, typically speaking, a younger clientele (20-30yo)? My gym is supposed to be open tomorrow for the first time since March - I used to be a 5 times/per wk lifter and now I'm on the fence about going bk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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