Barbers in British Columbia are expressing concern about being left out of discussions to reopen barbershops in mid-May, citing confusing health and safety requirements amid the novel coronavirus pandemic.
In a media release penned by barbers from across B.C., including Thomas Hart in Penticton, the men’s grooming professionals claimed their industry was deregulated in 2003.
They’ve since been under the guidance of the Western Canada Beauty Council, they said, which has directed barbers to seek clarity on standards and safe practices from WorkSafeBC. “Since the provincial government announced the phase two re-opening plan for mid-May, a movement of over 100 BC Barbers has formed asking for clarity regarding standards of re-opening,” Hart