COVID-19 Bulletin – October 8, 2021

Please be advised that the community is in the amidst of an COVID-19 Outbreak. We strongly advise that families please stay within your family bubbles during the Thanksgiving weekend. As per our COVID-19 Security Measures:

• Limits for Indoor Gatherings at a Private Residences is (5) five visitors, in addition to those who reside there.
• Limits for Outdoor Gatherings at a Private Residences is (10) ten visitors from no more than two other households, in addition to those who reside there, are permitted outdoors on private property.

Large Household Gatherings & Parties (over the limits stated above) will not be tolerated.  Anyone caught having parties or gathering(s) may be subject to fines/penalties issued from the RCMP, fines start from $1,296.00 and up.

The following changes are in effect until further notice:

• NO Outdoor Public Gatherings: Parks, Ball Diamonds, Treaty Grounds, etc.

Also, effective immediately at the recommendation of First Nations Inuit Health; all double vaccinated who have been identified as a close contact will be under mandatory isolation for a minimum 10 days.

Please remember to follow the best practices when out & about even when in the community, regardless if you are double vaccinated or not:

• wearing a face mask in the public,
• maintain Social distancing,
• clean commonly touched surfaces,
• frequently wash hands for 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer,
• avoid contact with sick individuals,
• stay home if feeling sick, even if mild symptoms; and
• limiting carpooling or travelling in vehicles other than your immediate household family members. If you must travel with individuals outside your immediate house, please wear a mask.

It is very important that individuals please remain home and isolate if you are feeling unwell. Anyone breaking Health required isolation orders will be fined issued by the RCMP.

If you develop symptoms or are not sure if you should be tested, contact Fisher River Health Services COVID-19 Hotline at 431.256.0395 between 8:30am – 4:30pm. For after hours you can contact Percy E. Moore Hospital at 204.372.8444 or Health Links – Info Santé is available for questions or medical concerns at 204-788-8200 or toll-free at 1-888-315-9257. Or if you are needing to speak to someone regarding mental wellness, please contact the Rainbow House Wellness Centre after hours hotline, 431.256.0359.