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MASK

CultureCanadian
Date2020
Dimensions21 x 10.5 x 6 cm
Object numberHF.2020.7.5
DescriptionHomemade cloth face mask made for adults. Made of two layers - the outside layer is navy blue material printed with a turquoise tree-like pattern, the inside layer is a violet coloured material - is three sections sewn together. Long black material ties are sewn along the top and bottom of the mask.

Narrative
On July 7th, 2020, the Chief Public Health Office of PEI began recommending the use of face masks for use in public indoor spaces to help combat the spread of the Covid-19 virus. Masks would later be required in all public spaces as of November 20th, 2020, and would soon be required for students in the public school system. Mandatory Mask Mandates ended for public and school on PEI use as of May 2022.