Why do toilet doors in Canada have MASSIVE gaps?!

One of the first things I’ve noticed since being in Canada is that all public toilets or “wash rooms” have massive gaps in the side of each door. So much that when you are sitting on the loo, people outside washing their hands, can see you in the mirror. It’s so off putting, especially at work. I don’t know about you but I want my privacy while I’m doing my business.

I’ve asked many people, and when I do they all agree it’s horrible and have no idea why it is so. It’s the same in America too. I’ve done a bit of research and the only reasoning I can find it that it’s either a. cheaper or b. for security reasons - so you can see if anyone’s up to no good.

Either way, I’m not a fan.