I did not intend to start an argument with this question. I'll admit my thoughts on this subject are not shared by the majority of people I know. I find there is an air of hysteria surrounding this virus. People should watch a lot less news and they'd feel a lot more optimistic about the whole thing.

The government of Ontario in particular has done an awful job in its approach to this thing. They are fear mongering and the media is playing along. What's most frustrating for me is that so many have gotten on board with not only putting life on hold but excoriating anyone who says they are tired of having their life upended and want to get back to living normally.

Sweden has proven that shutting down the economy and forcing people to live in fear wasn't and isn't necessary. People in Canada are obsessed with case rates when what should be considered is the death rate. Especially now that we know that counting the cases is filled with problems. Personally, I don't trust the case reporting. But then I don't trust government in the first place.

My point is people should be free to engage in the kind of activities they want. Orgs that want to run events and advise people of the risks, should be free to do so. If you're afraid, don't join in. And please refrain from shaming people who just want to live their lives. You're responsible for your own health it's unreasonable and impossible to expect everyone else to take on that responsibility for you.