As the pandemic continues, essential workers continue to put themselves on the line to ring in our groceries.
The federal government recently announced a raise for frontline employees, but some have suggested more ways we can show our thanks.
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Just as we tip our waiters and baristas, Canadians have suggested tipping our cashiers as well.
Could grocery stores and other essential biz add a tipping option to their registers so you can support their staff too? They can hit you up for like food bank donations and such now. I know these workers have their jobs still, but feeling some extra gratutude to them.
— Chris Potter (@CPotterPgh) March 18, 2020
There have been several cases of employees in Vancouver grocery and retail stores contracting COVID-19, despite measures put in place.
Stores have added plexiglass barriers, sanitization stations and temperature checks, while some insist both employees and customers wear masks. But for many workers, that hasn’t been enough.
Would you tip frontline staff at your local grocery or retail store checkout amid the pandemic? #Vancouver
— 604 Now | Vancouver (@604Now) May 8, 2020
Vancouverites have joined the rest of the world in thanking our frontline medical workers through applause each night, along with many complimentary services. As nice as that is, is it time to extend our appreciation?
So, would you tip essential workers during your next grocery store or retail visit?
Sound off in the comments below!
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