Source: Jonathan Guignard, globalnews.ca, July 25th, 2021 Many parents are divided over this decision. Saskatchewan schools will be returning to normal this fall as COVID-19 restrictions will no longer be in place for the 2021-22 school year. This means schools will not be required to have a masking policy in place or physical distancing measures.… Continue reading Sask. Schools Return in Fall With No COVID Restrictions
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“Unlikely” We will Enter Lock Down Again
Source: Rachel Gilmore, globalnews.ca, July 06, 2021 Before the vaccines, an increase in case counts served as a reliable indicator of a future jump in hospitalizations. After over a year of back-and-forth public health restrictions aimed at keeping Canadians safe from COVID-19, experts say that the final lockdown might already be behind us — and… Continue reading “Unlikely” We will Enter Lock Down Again
Many Communities Cancel Canada Day Celebrations
After the discovery of 751 unmarked graves at the former Marieval Indian Residential School in Cowessess First Nation, many communities have changed their mind regarding their planned Canada Day celebrations From the Maritimes to B.C., many communities have opted to put a pause on celebrations with some organizers saying in a statement that “a quiet… Continue reading Many Communities Cancel Canada Day Celebrations
Many Banff Businesses Struggling Due to Lack of International Visitors
Source: Salmaan Farooqui, The Canadian Press, calgary.ctvnews.ca, June 27, 2021 “Canadian visitors to the national park simply don’t spend their dollars the same way.” BANFF, ALTA. — A walk down the main drag may make it look like all is well in the tourism hot-spot of Banff, where restaurant patios are full and nearby hiking… Continue reading Many Banff Businesses Struggling Due to Lack of International Visitors
Easing of Border Restrictions May Apply to Fully Vaccinated Canadians
Source: Twinkle Ghosh, globalnews.ca, June 10, 2021 The relaxation of rules does not apply to tourists. The federal government on Wednesday announced that “fully vaccinated” Canadian travellers will no longer require mandatory COVID-19 hotel quarantine upon arrival in Canada. Come July, the exemption will apply to Canadian citizens and permanent residents flying back home, according… Continue reading Easing of Border Restrictions May Apply to Fully Vaccinated Canadians
Easing of Border Restrictions May Apply to Fully Vaccinated Canadians
Source: Sarah Turnbull, ctvnews.ca, June 09, 2021 Canada’s COVID-19 Testing and Screening Expert Advisory Panel reccommends for unvaccinated travellers, the usual 72 hour pre-departure test, arrival test, approved quarantine plan, and a day seven follow-up test. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the eventual easing of travel restrictions and quarantine rules will apply to those who… Continue reading Easing of Border Restrictions May Apply to Fully Vaccinated Canadians
St. Walburg Business Robbed at Gunpoint, RCMP Searching for 2 Male Suspects
Turtleford RCMP are looking for two suspects who robbed a business in St. Walburg on March 15th, 2021 at approximately 11:00 p.m. It’s reported two males entered a business located on 1st avenue in St. Walburg. Both were dressed in dark clothing. One of the males was possibly wearing a red face mask. During the… Continue reading St. Walburg Business Robbed at Gunpoint, RCMP Searching for 2 Male Suspects
12-Year-Old Dangles From Chairlift at Table Mountain
Source: Francois Biber, Chad Leroux, saskatoon.ctvnews.ca, March 09, 2021 The young boy managed to wrap his arm and elbow around the edge of the chairlift and the safety bar, which ultimately saved him from falling. SASKATOON — Skiers and snowboarders at Table Mountain may have witnessed a boy dangling from the chairlift this weekend. Liam… Continue reading 12-Year-Old Dangles From Chairlift at Table Mountain
Moe Hints at Easing Restrictions Possibly Next Week
Source: Janelle Blakley, regina.ctvnews.ca, March 03, 2021 Three key metrics are taken into account when considering looser restrictions: case numbers trending down, high testing rates and contract tracing, and a decrease in hospitalizations. REGINA — Lighter COVID-19 restrictions could be just days away for Saskatchewan residents as Premier Scott Moe asked everyone to “hang tight… Continue reading Moe Hints at Easing Restrictions Possibly Next Week
Sask. NDP Want More Information From Province on Plan for COVID-19 Variants
Source: David Giles, globalnews.ca, February 20, 2020 With COVID-19 variants raising there is a fear of a possible third wave in the province. Saskatchewan’s official Opposition is calling for more clarity from the government on what is being done to protect people from a possible spike in COVID-19 cases. NDP health critic Vicki Mowat said… Continue reading Sask. NDP Want More Information From Province on Plan for COVID-19 Variants