"While it seems like a small matter, it carries with it potentially a big risk. It's the wrong thing to do. It is bone-headed conduct, and quite frankly, littering, even if you leave aside the health-care aspects of this," Toronto Mayor John Tory says.

The masks were reportedly tearing and ripping while in use, and the city has now determined the equipment did not meet safety standards.

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Last Wednesday, Kalen Schlatter filed a notice of appeal, more than a week after he was found guilty of first-degree murder in the death of 22-year-old Tess Richey.

"You may think it's OK getting in your car and driving about, but the fewer people we have on the roads means fewer trips to gas stations," said Nova Scotia's chief medical officer of health, who is urging people to stay off the roads when possible.

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