The goal posts were not changed. Once the curve was flattend, the lockdowns were lifted, and measures relaxed.

While we did manage to flatten the curve in spring, growth is back on an exponential curve in Canada, which means the threat of overwhelming the health infrastructure is still looming. A sweeping lockdown may not be the best answer, but measures needs to be taken to slow the growth.

Exponential growth is no joke. Hospitals are more prepared, but exponential growth means that even if you double the hospital capacity, they will still be outmatched rapidly if nothing is done to slow down the spreading.