People trust their family physicians to guide their health care decisions and supporting conversations on the safety and effectiveness of vaccines can only protect more residents during the pandemic. Work is underway to expand COVID-19 vaccine available through physician offices throughout the province. Allowing physicians the option of having COVID-19 vaccine available in their offices… Continue reading Expanding Physician Engagement on Vaccinations
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Interim Masking Order Extended to November 30th
The Saskatchewan government has extended the public health order regarding mandatory masking and isolation requirements after a positive COVID-19 test result. This week, chief medical health officer Dr. Saqib Shahab signed off on the extension which will remain in effect until November 30th, or until he deems there is no longer a public health threat.… Continue reading Interim Masking Order Extended to November 30th
At Home Self-Testing Kits Available the Week of October 18th
With the delivery of 2.6 million rapid antigen test kits, the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) will expand delivery to make a supply available to the general public including First Nations communities to support asymptomatic COVID-19 surveillance. Routine, voluntary testing at home will help prevent asymptomatic transmission to those who are not able to be vaccinated… Continue reading At Home Self-Testing Kits Available the Week of October 18th
Kerrobert Credit Union Offering Virtual AG Outlook Seminar
Kerrobert Credit Union is partnering with neighbouring credit unions in Dodsland and Luseland to offer a virtual Ag Outlook seminar presented by Brad Magnusson on Friday, January 29th. Brad is a farmer & CEO of Magnusson Consulting Group from Manitoba, who offers his insights & expertise to the credit union system regularly. This online seminar… Continue reading Kerrobert Credit Union Offering Virtual AG Outlook Seminar
COVID Testing Available in Kerrobert
A reminder to anyone in the Kerrobert area that may require a COVID test. According to saskatchewan.ca, there are 240 new cases of COVID-19 to report in Saskatchewan on January 25th, 2021, bringing the provincial total to date to 22,416 cases. For the latest information and for more updates on everything Kindersley ‘Like’ the Kindersley… Continue reading COVID Testing Available in Kerrobert
Egg, Poultry Farmers Hurt by Trade Deals Offered $691M
Source: Staff The Canadian Press, globalnews.ca, November 29, 2020 Dairy, poultry and egg industries in Canada are regulated to ensure a steady income for farmers Canadian egg and poultry farmers who’ve lost domestic market share due to two recent free trade agreements will have access to $691 million in federal cash. Agriculture Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau… Continue reading Egg, Poultry Farmers Hurt by Trade Deals Offered $691M
Test Animals for Chronic Wasting Disease
With hunting season winding down, hunters are reminded to get their animals tested for chronic wasting disease (CWD). Eighty-four cases of CWD have already been identified in the province this year. CWD is a fatal, infectious central nervous system disease in cervids (deer, elk, moose and caribou) that has no known cure. The information collected… Continue reading Test Animals for Chronic Wasting Disease
Trudeau Says COVID Vaccines in Spring Will Mark End of Pandemic
Source: Rachael D’Amore, globalsnews.ca, November 18, 2020 Trudeau warned that as things stand now, Canada’s COVID-19 case counts are heading in the wrong direction. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said that Canadians will only need to hold on for “a few more months” as he says the country will begin to see the other side of… Continue reading Trudeau Says COVID Vaccines in Spring Will Mark End of Pandemic
Head of Who Praises Canada’s COVID Response
Source: The Canadian Press Staff, globalsnews.ca, November 18, 2020 “This pandemic has reminded us of the importance of multilateralism, something that Canadians have always embraced.” TORONTO — Canada deserves praise for its efforts to fight COVID-19 both at home and abroad as well as for its commitment to public health, the head of the World… Continue reading Head of Who Praises Canada’s COVID Response
Canada’s Exceeds 300,000 COVID-19 Cases
Source: Rachael D’Amore, globalsnews.ca, November 17, 2020 Ontario and Quebec are Canada’s long-standing COVID hotspots. Canada surpassed 300,000 confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus on Monday, marking yet another grim milestone for a country grappling with a worsening second wave. As of 7:30 p.m. ET., on Monday, there were 301,902 confirmed infections in Canada. The… Continue reading Canada’s Exceeds 300,000 COVID-19 Cases