Masks won’t be mandatory in Ontario schools this fall. Masks will be provided to staff and students who wish to continue wearing them if they are concerned about COVID-19, the education ministry says. In a memo sent to directors of education late Friday afternoon, Deputy Minister Nancy Naylor said when classes resume in September, COVID-19 protocols will be the same as last spring, and that personal protective equipment as well as rapid tests will be provided. 🔗 To read the full story, click the link in our bio.