The Front Line

Pharmacy Manager Kristie Chute says one of the first things they had to deal with was the fear the public was feeling as things started to shut down, and there were so many unknowns.

'People have always relied on us, but in these past weeks there's absolutely been a sense of pride in getting those front line workers to where they need to be'

One of the things that makes it easier is the public feedback, with many people offering their verbal support and thanks for officers now having a whole new challenge to deal with on the front lines.

"I've had 11 residential contracts go on hold, and you can't blame anyone right now, they have to do what is best for them."

We basically developed a way to do virtually contact-free service to fill up our customer's tanks.

'We are working with a crew of seven. the goal was to keep all our staff and not have to lay anyone off. We've reduced hours and changed how we do things, but everyone is making their living'