The pandemic has raised questions about the Public Health Act (Introduced in 1910) and powers that allow for forced immunization (added in 1984) in an emergency. 1/7
A small number of people have used this section of the Act to scare others, claiming that forcible immunizations are right around the corner. 2/7
This has led to confusion when our collective health and wellbeing is dependent on Albertans taking responsibility by following public health measures. 3/7
Dr. Hinshaw was asked if she supports these powers, she said: “…I’m not sure it provides much benefit. I’d be comfortable with that particular piece of the legislation being removed.” 4/7
I support Dr. Hinshaw’s position and the repeal of this section of the Act. The vast majority of Albertans will voluntarily opt to receive a #COVID19 vaccination once it's available. I know I will. 5/7
In fact, Albertan parents already step-up routinely when it is time to vaccinate their children.
As a parent, I found Alberta’s immunization program easy to understand and straightforward when it came time for my children’s vaccinations. 6/7
The program works because it is voluntary, easy to understand, and because the awareness of the importance of vaccinations is growing every day. 7/7
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