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PM Makes Case For Pandemic Health Measures

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The Prime Minister is troubled by people gathering recently in large groups to protest COVID-19 health restrictions.

Justin Trudeau points out everyone has the right to protest, but it has to be done peacefully and safely.

“The irony here is that by gathering people are putting each other at risk, spreading further cases of COVID-19 and extending the time in which we will have to be faced with restrictions,” said Trudeau.

Not only is it happening across the country, but two people were arrested in Thunder Bay this week for breaking provincial Stay at Home order.

Organizers of the event crossed into Ontario from the Manitoba boundary check point.

There’s also collaboration between the Prime Minister and Canada’s premiers.

Trudeau noted today a request from Ontario’s Doug Ford, who asked for a temporary suspension of flights from international students.

“Because at this time Ontario is the only province requesting this, we are happy to work more narrowly with them. We are reaching out to their officials today to formalize that request. Again, I want to be clear, this is not the time to travel,” stressed the Prime Minister.

He also pointed out for anyone entering Canada, there are quarantine rules to follow and severe consequences for those who break those rules.

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Wage Increases Determined By Provinces And Territories

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The prime minister says the plan to top up the wages of essential workers during the COVID-19 pandemic is being finalized.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says this has been a collaborative approach with all provinces and territories and they have all confirmed or are in the process of confirming plans to cost share wage top-ups.

“Premiers from across the country all agree that we need to support our essential workers and I thank the premiers for the continued Team Canada approach. We’re relying on these workers now more than ever now and we will be there to support them,” he said.

Trudeau said how the funding gets distributed and who qualifies will be up to each province and territory.

“For Canadians who are being called to work, to go to work every day. For Canadians who are providing us with essential services so we can continue to keep our families safe and healthy,” said Trudeau.

Trudeau said there are no numbers involved in this wage increase yet because the plan is still ongoing, and that means there are different approaches with different areas. The Government of Canada will be providing up to $3 billion in support.

“The bottom line is this. If you’re risking your health to keep this country moving, and you’re making minimum wage, you deserve a raise.”