Since a public health emergency was declared on March 20, and social distancing measures were initiated, Edmontonians have found creative ways to stay connected. Birthdays have been celebrated virtually, Easter too. Ramadan is now being observed by many Edmontonians, and next up is Mother’s Day. Local businesses have found creative ways to provide their goods
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Sadly, today’s social distancing requirements will not feel so strange to many Edmontonians. We know that social isolation is epidemic in modern cities. Not just for seniors, either. Not just for the unemployed or people with disabilities. Many of us go to work, commute home by ourselves and spend the evening alone with our thoughts
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Like you, I’m forced to spend much more time with my own thoughts. So I’ve been thinking … Will we come out of the pandemic with a newfound sense of connection? Will we gain an appreciation for community? Will we view government differently, as a collective force for good? Even I’m a bit skeptical of
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