Tag: covid

Influenza Vaccination Clinics Open in Saskatchewan

Influenza vaccination clinics have opened in Saskatchewan. The SHA has returned to mass-immunization clinics, in addition to the pop-up mobile clinics that were offered throughout August and September. More than 50,000 appointments for immunization are currently available in the online Patient Booking System, in addition to some walk-in immunization clinics also available across the province.… Continue reading Influenza Vaccination Clinics Open in Saskatchewan

Province Preparing to Send Critical COVID-19 Patients to Ontario

Marlo Pritchard, president of the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency, announced during a COVID-19 news conference on Wednesday, October 13th, that the Saskatchewan government was in talks with Ontario about the potential transfer of intensive care patients. While no Saskatchewan COVID-19 patients have been transferred out of the province yet, Saskatchewan Health Authority CEO Scott Livingstone,… Continue reading Province Preparing to Send Critical COVID-19 Patients to Ontario

Proof of Vaccination or Negative Test Soon To Be Required for SGI Road Tests

Proof of vaccination or negative test required for SGI road tests starting Oct. 25 Starting October 25th, SGI will require proof of full vaccination or a recent negative COVID-19 test for anyone who wishes to take a road test for their driver’s licence. “Providing proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test is now standard… Continue reading Proof of Vaccination or Negative Test Soon To Be Required for SGI Road Tests

Proof of Vaccine Not Required for Wheatland Libraries

A new provincial public health order was released on Thursday afternoon (September 30th) that exempts public libraries from requiring proof of vaccination. This means Wheatland Regional Library patrons may enter the library without proof of vaccinations or a negative test. Mandatory masking remains in place at all branches. If you prefer to use curbside pickup… Continue reading Proof of Vaccine Not Required for Wheatland Libraries

Two New Apps Launched To Support Proof Of COVID-19 Vaccination

To support Saskatchewan’s mandatory proof of vaccination requirements, businesses or organizations may now choose to download and use a free app that will read QR codes presented by customers – SK Vax Verifier. This app can scan the QR code on citizens’ COVID-19 vaccination certificates and determine if a person is fully vaccinated or not. … Continue reading Two New Apps Launched To Support Proof Of COVID-19 Vaccination

SHA No Longer Testing People Who are Asymptomatic for COVID

The SHA is no longer testing people who are asymptomatic for COVID-19. However, you can still get tested, but you’ll have to pay for it yourself. The SHA will still test you if you have been in close contact with someone who has COVID-19, had a recent positive antigen test result, has been caught in… Continue reading SHA No Longer Testing People Who are Asymptomatic for COVID

Proof Of Vaccination Or Negative Tests Required Friday

A reminder to residents that on Friday, October 1, 2021, proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative test result will be required in Saskatchewan for public access to a range of businesses, event venues, as well as for all Government of Saskatchewan ministry, crown and agency employees. Occupational Health and Safety Regulations Regulations under The… Continue reading Proof Of Vaccination Or Negative Tests Required Friday

Westberry School Alerts Families of COVID-19 Case

Certain Westberry families have been alerted that a COVID-19 case has been detected in the school. Currently, one classroom is thought to have been exposed. The entire class is being considered a ‘close contact’ and have been asked to isolate, only leaving to attend classes. Students are asked forgo all extracurricular activities in and around… Continue reading Westberry School Alerts Families of COVID-19 Case

COVID-19 Outbreak In Elizabeth School

Elizabeth Middle School students have now moved to online learning for the next two weeks, following a COVID-19 outbreak in the school. Yesterday, families of Elizabeth Middle School students received letters confirming Public Health staff are investigating multiple cases of COVID-19, and that the outbreak was large enough for students to move to online learning… Continue reading COVID-19 Outbreak In Elizabeth School