RESTORING SAFE SERVICES

MANITOBA'S PANDEMIC AND ECONOMIC

ROADMAP FOR RECOVERY

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COVID-19 Pandemic Response

DRAFT PLAN

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The first and second phases of Restoring Safe Services: Manitoba’s Pandemic and Economic
Roadmap for Recovery set out evidence-based plans to ease public health measures put in
place to address the COVID-19 pandemic.

Thanks to the efforts of all Manitobans, our

province has some of the lowest numbers of
cases in Canada. Manitoba continues to see " Thanks to the efforts
controlled transmission of the virus, and the
health-care system has the capacity to meet of all Manitobans, our
any potential increase in cases while continuing
to provide non-COVID-19 related services. province has some of the
Public health capacity is in place for testing, lowest numbers of cases
case identification and follow-up and available
alternative isolation accommodations, if in Canada."
required. Thanks to swift action to restrict access
to hospitals and long-term care facilities, there
have been limited outbreaks in vulnerable
settings and measures encouraging safe visitation to hospitals and personal care homes remain
in place to further reduce any risks. The province has also moved to restore regular health care
services, including surgeries, procedures and diagnostic tests.

Preventive measures are in place in workplaces, travel restrictions have prevented the spread and
importation of the virus and Manitobans are aware of and engaged with public heath information.

While we have done well, COVID-19 is not going away anytime soon. We are now at the point
where we have to learn to live with the virus and do what we can to reduce the risks.

As we continue to reopen the economy, we have to adjust to some level of risk. The success
of the measures introduced earlier this year is making it possible to safely restore services in
phases and gradually reopen our borders. This phased approach has been working.

Many factors, current research and the experience of other jurisdictions all contribute to
the decisions recommended by public health professionals on whether further restrictions
are required, or further easing is possible.

This also includes consultation with Manitobans. As we move towards the third phase of
service restoration, we want to hear from you. Please read this document for context, and
visit EngageMB.ca to share your thoughts on the proposed changes to further restore
services safely.

If public health results deteriorate or guidelines are not sufficient, Phase 3

measures may be paused and previous measures may be re-introduced.

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CURRENT DATA
After the implementation of Phase One and the first few weeks of Phase Two, the transmission
of COVID-19 remains largely controlled in Manitoba. In addition, case numbers in Western
Canada appear to be stabilizing. For more information and data on COVID-19 in other
provinces,June
visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-
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The percentage of people testing positive for COVID-19 remains low. As of June 9th,
an average of zero per cent of people tested had positive results over the past five days.

Case data from June 9th and May 26th shows:

May 26th June 9th
Total number of lab confirmed positive and probable cases 292 300
Number of people hospitalized 0 0
Number of people in intensive care 0 0
Number of active cases 16 8
Number of recovered cases 269 285
Number of deaths 7 7

The number of people attending emergency departments or urgent care facilities with flu-like
symptoms is low. As of June 9th, there have been fewer than 85 visits on average over the past
five days.
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about 700-800 samples per day. Manitoba has increased the criteria for testing and has one of
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Manitoba currently has sufficient health care capacity to manage additional COVID-19 cases.

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WHAT WE HEARD: PHASE 2

On May 21, 2020, the Manitoba government introduced a preliminary draft of the second phase
of the Restoring Safe Services Plan.

The draft plan for restoring services in Phase Two built on measures introduced in the Restoring
Safe Services: Manitoba’s Pandemic and Economic Roadmap for Recovery, which set out an
evidence-based plan to ease public health measures that had escalated since mid-January.

Engage MB has answered more than 3,460 questions on provincial public health orders and the
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The province is taking a similar approach to phase three and is seeking public input before
implementing proposed changes. To take the survey, visit: EngageMB.ca.

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RESTORING SERVICES - PHASE THREE

Tentatively planned for implementation on June 21, 2020
Changes proposed in the draft Phase Three plan, outlined below, are in addition to those
introduced in Phase One and Phase Two. Conditions outlined in earlier phases continue to
apply and critical services can continue to operate. Detailed public health guidance for
businesses is available at http://www.manitoba.ca/covid19/restoring/index.html.

If public health results deteriorate or guidelines are not sufficient, Phase 3

measures may be paused and previous measures may be re-introduced.

PUBLIC GATHERINGS
Proposed Change: Indoor gathering limits are increased to up to 50 and outdoor gathering
limits are increased to up to 100 people.

Public gatherings of 50 people will be allowed indoors and 100 people outdoors, where
members of the public are reasonably able to maintain a separation of at least two metres from
others, except for brief exchanges. This change also applies to social gatherings, worship,
weddings and funerals. These gatherings must follow public health guidelines for the
venue where they are being held.

The maximum number of people permitted indoors is 50 and outdoors is 100, except where
distinct groups of 50 or 100 can be separated to prevent contact with other groups.

Indoor gatherings are permitted with a maximum group size of 30 per cent of the site's capacity to
a maximum of 300 people in one space at one site, provided the group can be physically divided
into sub-groups of 50 or fewer. Each sub-group must be able to arrive, depart and participate in
the gathering without co-mingling with members from any other sub-group. Adequate physical
distancing must continue to be provided for all participants.

Outdoor gatherings are permitted with a maximum group size of 300 at the site, provided the
group can be physically divided into sub-groups of 100 or fewer. Each sub-group must be able to
arrive, depart and participate in the gathering without co-mingling with members from any other
sub-group. Adequate physical distancing must continue to be provided for all participants.

People socializing together at indoor or outdoor public settings (e.g., restaurants, bars, patios),
as well as at private events (e.g., weddings, funerals), are advised to physically distance themselves
from members outside of their household, except for brief exchanges. This means that seating
arrangements should allow for a two metre/six foot separation between chairs.

When standing at events, a two metre/six foot separation is also recommended for non-household
members. As has always been the case, members of the same household do not need to physically
distance themselves from each other, at home or in public or private settings.

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Gathering organizers are asked to keep groups contained, and not let new
people enter as other people leave. This is to ensure contact tracing can be done
if someone tests positive for COVID-19.

It is recognized that peaceful public rallies may take place. In the event these are organized,
participants can use medical or non-medical masks and should practice physical distancing
of two metres except for brief exchanges.

People are reminded to stay home if they are feeling unwell, even if their symptoms are mild
(visit https://www.gov.mb.ca/covid19/about/index.html for a list of symptoms). This means
not attending any activities outside of your home.

People are also reminded to use the self-assessment tool or contact Health Links – Info Santé
for information on getting tested. For more information, visit: https://manitoba.ca/COVID19.

PUBLIC GATHERINGS: FAITH-BASED AND OTHER CULTURAL GATHERINGS

Proposed Change: Adjustments to people permitted indoors in distinct groups.

The maximum number of people permitted for outdoor events is 100. The maximum number
of people permitted indoors is 50, except where distinct groups of 50 can be separated in rooms
or there is extra distancing between groups and no inter-mingling in order to prevent contact
with other groups. Food service guidelines will also apply.

The maximum number of people permitted indoors is 50 and outdoors is 100, except where
distinct groups of 50 or 100 can be separated to prevent contact with other groups. Indoor
gatherings are permitted with a maximum group size of 30 per cent of the site's capacity to a
maximum of 300 people in one space at one site, provided the group can be physically divided
into sub-groups of 50 or fewer. Each sub-group must be able to arrive, depart and participate
in the gathering without co-mingling with members from any other sub-group. Adequate
physical distancing must continue to be provided for all participants.

Outdoor gatherings are permitted with a maximum group size of 300 at the site, provided the
group can be physically divided into sub-groups of 100 or fewer. Each sub-group must be able to
arrive, depart and participate in the gathering without co-mingling with members from any other
sub-group. Adequate physical distancing must continue to be provided for all participants.

Participants in these gathering are required to use separate exits and/or staggered entry, exit and
drop off schedules, as well as monitoring the facility to avoid congestion and inter-mingling with
other groups in common areas. This applies to all public indoor sites, including religious facilities
such as churches, synagogues, temples and mosques, among others.

Guidelines for vocalists, instrumentalists and faith-based organizations are available at:
http://www.manitoba.ca/covid19/restoring.

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PUBLIC GATHERINGS: POW WOWS AND OTHER INDIGENOUS CULTURAL

AND SPIRITUAL GATHERINGS
Proposed New Guidance

The maximum number of people permitted for outdoor events is 100. The maximum number of
people permitted indoors is 50, except where distinct groups of 50 can be physically separated
in rooms or if there is extra distancing and no inter-mingling to prevent contact with other groups.
Food service guidelines will also apply.

The maximum number of people permitted indoors is 50 and outdoors is 100, except where
distinct groups of 50 or 100 can be separated to prevent contact with other groups. Indoor
gatherings are permitted with a maximum group size of 30 per cent of the site's capacity to a
maximum of 300 people in one space at one site, provided the group can be physically divided
into sub-groups of 50 or fewer. Each sub-group must be able to arrive, depart and participate in
the gathering without co-mingling with members from any other sub-group. Adequate physical
distancing must continue to be provided for all participants.

Outdoor gatherings are permitted with a maximum group size of 300 at the site, provided the
group can be physically divided into sub-groups of 100 or fewer. Each sub-group must be able to
arrive, depart and participate in the gathering without co-mingling with members from any other
sub-group. Adequate physical distancing must continue to be provided for all participants.

Participants in these gatherings are required to use separate exits and/or staggered entry, exit
and drop off schedules, as well as monitoring the facility to avoid congestion and inter-mingling
with other groups in common areas. This applies to all public indoor sites.

Specific guidelines are being developed in collaboration with the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs
and Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak to ensure physical distancing is followed for drum groups,
dancers and singers that are integral to these gatherings and will be available when final at:
http://www.manitoba.ca/covid19/restoring.

SELF-ISOLATION FOR MANITOBANS RETURNING TO AND DOMESTIC TRAVELLERS

ENTERING MANITOBA
Proposed Change: Residents of Western Canada and Northwestern Ontario, if case counts
in those jurisdictions allow, will not need to self-isolate for 14 days when entering Manitoba.

Anyone entering Manitoba from designated western Canadian jurisdictions or Northwestern

Ontario will not be required to self-isolate for 14 days if they are asymptomatic and have no
known exposure to COVID-19.

Travellers from all other Canadian jurisdictions will need to continue to self-isolate for 14 days
after arriving in Manitoba. Anyone entering Canada must continue to follow federal requirements
for self-isolation at the time of entry.

Consideration will be given on a case-by-case basis to lifting self-isolation requirements where

sectors or specific businesses propose and provide satisfactory plans to address public health
requirements for necessary travel. Information on this review process is provided at:
http://www.manitoba.ca/covid19/business/index.html.

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PROFESSIONAL SPORTS TEAMS

Proposed Change: People employed by or affiliated with a professional
sports team may enter Manitoba without self-isolating for 14 days if they have
self-isolated for 14 days before arriving in Manitoba and follow appropriate hygiene
measures while travelling.

In Phase Three, players, coaches, managers, training staff and medical personnel employed by
or affiliated with a professional sports team may return to Manitoba for work without self-isolating
for 14 days if they have self-isolated for 14 days before arriving in Manitoba, are asymptomatic
and have had no known exposure to COVID-19.

Anyone entering Canada must continue to follow federal requirements for self-isolation
at the time of entry.

When traveling, people are encouraged to ensure frequent hand washing or hand sanitizing
and can choose to wear medical or non-medical masks.

They may also attend the team's facilities for the purposes of training and practising,
provided that no members of the public are permitted to enter those facilities.

Public health officials may consider allowing media to attend the team's facilities for broadcast
purposes of training and practising, provided that no members of the public are permitted to
enter those facilities.

Consideration will be given on a case-by-case basis to lifting self-isolation requirements where

sectors or specific businesses propose and provide satisfactory plans to address public health
requirements for necessary travel. Information on this review process is provided at:
http://www.manitoba.ca/covid19/business/index.html.

CHILD CARE SERVICES

Proposed Change: Groups can increase to the maximum capacity of the facility.

Centres can return to their regular licensed capacity, provided that measures can be taken
to comply with guidelines that are being revised to address the increased group sizes through
consultation with public health officials and key providers. This will include consideration
of adjustments to current guidelines for use of communal space and drop off and pick up
of children.

Families who have accessed a child care space under the temporary child care program as
a critical service worker or as part of the re-opening of the economy will continue to have
access to their current space until August 31, 2020, at which time they will be asked to be find
alternate arrangements, including returning to their usual centre where applicable in order to
support a coordinated process for families to return to pre-pandemic child care arrangements.
Child care centres are encouraged to reach out to existing clients to assist with these transitions.
All families who are planning to resume their child care arrangements with their child care centre
in the coming weeks or on August 31, 2020 are encouraged to contact their centre to confirm
these plans.

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DAY CAMPS
Proposed Change: Group size restrictions are adjusted.

Day camps may continue to operate. The maximum number of children per group is 50.
Where possible, camps should maintain occupancy and design activities to allow children
and staff to maintain a physical distance of at least two metres, except for brief exchanges.
Choirs, band camps or musical theatre activities will not be allowed, due to a higher risk of
transmission through singing as compared to speaking. Overnight camps are not permitted
in Phase Three.

K-12 SCHOOLS
Proposed Change: Actively planning for the fall.

Classroom learning remains suspended for the remainder of this school year. However, schools
are now open for staff and specific programs, provided students and staff maintain physical
distancing. Summer school and day camp programming is also permitted.

Preparedness and safety of students, staff and families is paramount. Manitoba Education is
developing a re-opening strategy considering multiple public health scenarios and will work
collaboratively with school divisions on detailed plans. Parents and students will have the
opportunity to complete a survey to offer their feedback and to inform the back-to-school
strategy. Information will be provided to school, teachers and parents in time to prepare
for the resumption of classes in the new school year.

In collaboration with the Manitoba Teacher’s Society, an online survey of teachers was conducted
in early June and results are pending.

Visit EngageMB.ca to provide your feedback on the back-to-school strategy.

POST-SECONDARY INSTITUTIONS AND VOCATIONAL COLLEGES

Proposed Change: Actively planning for fall.

Post-secondary institutions and vocational colleges may provide learning in settings where
learning and/or research requires hands-on experience. Examples may include, but are not
limited to, laboratories, studios, trades instructions and practicums.

Facilities may plan to fully open by the fall with different strategies such as more video-based
learning to reduce class sizes to ensure they are able to maintain physical distancing. Institutions
will make decisions on the actual level of in-person, on-campus activity based on their unique
layout and plans.

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PERMANENT OUTDOOR AMUSEMENT PARKS

Proposed Change: New Guidance.
Permanent outdoor amusement parks may operate provided access can be controlled and
physical distancing of two metres/six feet can be maintained except for brief exchanges.
Site capacity should be at 50 per cent of the site’s usual capacity.
Operations must maintain enhanced cleaning protocol for frequently-touched surfaces between
2m Cleaning/disinfection of
rides, and riders should be spaced out to ensure physical distancing.
any shared equipment should take place between users. Eating spaces must follow the same
protocols as restaurants.
Outdoor amusement parks include mechanical rides, mini-golf, climbing apparatus
and other similar structures. Temporary or travelling amusement parks including that
are usually set up at shopping malls or community fairs are not permitted in Phase Three.
Specific guidelines are being developed to ensure physical distancing is followed and will
be available online at: http://www.manitoba.ca/covid19/restoring when final.

OUTDOOR RECREATION FACILITIES AND GOLF COURSES

Proposed Change: The capacity of golf carts is increased.

A maximum of four golfers per group is allowed and two people per golf cart.

TRAVEL TO NORTHERN PARKS, CAMPGROUNDS, CABINS,

LODGES AND RESORTS
Proposed Change: Removing restrictions on western Canada.
Anyone entering Manitoba from western Canadian jurisdictions and Northwestern Ontario
where restrictions have been removed will be allowed to travel directly to parks, campgrounds,
cabins, lodges and resorts north of the 53rd parallel from within Manitoba.
Travellers from outside of Manitoba are to follow the same guidelines in place for Manitobans
travelling to a cottage or second residence, including:
• Do not travel if you or any of your family members require medical care or have symptoms
of COVID-19 (fever, cough, runny nose, sore throat, shortness of breath or difficulty
breathing). If you have any symptoms, use the screening tool before you travel to see
if you need to be tested.
• If you or anyone with you begins to feel ill or experiences COVID-19 symptoms,
return home immediately.
• Do not use local health providers, unless it is an emergency.
• In the event of a medical emergency requiring evacuation, be sure you can contact local
authorities. Emergency contact information varies by region. Ensure you collect and take
this information with you before you leave home.
• Bring required prescription drugs and medical supplies.

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COMMUNITY/SERVICE CENTRES
Proposed Change: Indoor occupancy levels revised.

Community centres and other multi-purpose facilities such as arenas and town halls
can have a higher indoor occupancy level. The maximum number of people permitted per site
is 50, except where discrete groups of 50 can be separated to prevent contact with other groups
through the use of separate exits and/or staggered drop off schedules and monitoring the facility
to avoid congestion and inter-mingling of groups in common areas. The maximum size of
gatherings with sub groups should not exceed 30 per cent of the sites capacity to a
maximum of 300.

SENIOR CENTRES/CLUBS
Proposed Change: Indoor occupancy levels revised.

Seniors are at increased risk of more serious complications from COVID-19 disease. Where group
activities are necessary, consider further limiting group sizes from the allowed limit of 50 people
indoors, to 25 people or one person per 10 square metres, whichever is fewer. This will further
reduce the exposure of seniors to a large number of individuals.

FILM PRODUCTION
Proposed Change: People employed by or affiliated with a film production may enter
Manitoba without self-isolating for 14 days if they have self-isolated for 14 days
before arriving in Manitoba.

Cast members, crew members and others employed by or affiliated with a film production may
visit Manitoba for work without self-isolating for 14 days if they have self-isolated for 14 days
before arriving in Manitoba, are asymptomatic and have no known exposure to COVID-19. Anyone
entering Canada must continue to follow federal requirements for self-isolation at the time of entry.

Wherever possible, productions should take all reasonable steps to ensure the cast, employees
and members of the public are reasonably able to maintain a separation of at least two metres
from others, except for brief exchanges.

Consideration will be given on a case-by-case basis to lifting self-isolation requirements where

sectors or specific businesses propose and provide satisfactory plans to address public health
requirements for necessary travel. Information on this review process is provided at:
http://www.manitoba.ca/covid19/business/index.html.

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RETAIL BUSINESSES
Proposed Change: Occupancy limits removed.

Occupancy limits of 50 per cent of normal business levels or one person per 10 square metres
are removed for retail businesses. These businesses may continue to operate if they implement
measures to ensure that members of the public are reasonably able to maintain a separation
of at least two metres from others, except for brief exchanges.

RESTAURANTS, BARS, BEVERAGE ROOMS, BREW PUBS, MICROBREWERIES AND DISTILLERIES

Proposed Change: Occupancy limits are increased to 75 per cent of total capacity.

These businesses may operate at 75 per cent occupancy if they implement measures to ensure
that members of the public are reasonably able to maintain a separation of at least two metres
from others, except for brief exchanges.

Restaurants may reopen patios and indoor spaces at 75 per cent capacity, as long as tables and
seating are arranged so that there is at least a two-metre separation between persons sitting at
different tables. Restaurants must implement measures to ensure that members of the public when
not seated are reasonably able to maintain a separation of at least two metres from others, except
for brief exchanges.

Bars, beverage rooms, micro-brewers and similar businesses must continue to implement measures
to ensure that members of the public are seated at a table, and are reasonably able to maintain a
separation of at least two metres from others, except for brief exchanges. Standing service is not
allowed. Dance floors are to remain closed.

THERAPEUTIC OR HEALTH CARE BUSINESSES

Proposed Change: Occupancy limits lifted for all health professions.

Occupancy limits of 50 per cent of normal business levels or one person per 10 square metres
can be lifted for regulated and non-regulated health professions, including registered
massage therapists.

Service providers must continue to implement measures to ensure that members of the public
are reasonably able to maintain a separation of at least two metres from others, except for
brief exchanges.

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INDOOR RECREATION, INCLUDING ALL NON-SMOKING SITES WITH

VLT LOUNGES, BINGO HALLS, BILLIARD ROOMS, AND OTHER INDOOR
AMUSEMENT CENTRES
Proposed Change: New guidance.

Activities must enable patrons to maintain a distance of at least two metres, except for brief
exchanges. All businesses will be required to limit occupancy to 50 per cent of normal business
levels and limit congregation of groups.

These businesses and services should review workplace guidance for business owners, which is
available at: http://www.manitoba.ca/covid19/restoring/index.html. Key guidelines include:

• Staff must use the self-screening tool before coming into work.
https://sharedhealthmb.ca/covid19/screening-tool/.
• Signage should be posted to advise employees and customers that they are not
allowed entry if they are ill with COVID-19 symptoms. Signage is available at:
http://www.manitoba.ca/covid19/resources/index.html.
• Staff are given information about physical distancing.
• Businesses must post external signs indicating COVID-19 physical distancing protocols,
along with floor markings where service is provided or lines form.
• Entry into the business, including lines, are regulated to prevent congestion.
• Hand sanitizer is available at entrances and exits for public and staff use.
• Sitting or standing at counters is not allowed unless a two metre separation between
groups can be maintained.
• A distance of two metres/six feet is required between patrons at tables or other stations.
• Surfaces such as terminals, game equipment, tables, chairs and booths must be cleaned
and sanitized between customers.
• Food services should follow applicable restaurant guidelines (see Phase One –
Restaurant Guidelines).
• Common use items should be removed unless they can be cleaned between customers.
• Washrooms have frequent sanitization and a regime for frequent cleaning of the facility
is in place.
• Cashless or no-contact payment should be used to the greatest extent possible.

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RESTORING SAFE SERVICES – FUTURE STEPS

Following Phase Three, additional reopening steps will be considered. Changes will be
implemented if supported by evidence on a case-by-case basis. Time will be taken monitor cases
and ensure easing of further restrictions are able to respond to the evidence of viral transmission.
As the situation evolves, Manitoba public health officials will make decisions based on evidence
at the time.

Based on data, the following changes may be made going forward:

PERFORMANCE AND MOVIE THEATRES

Stage performance and movie theatres may provide plans that address physical distancing
and control of areas where patrons may congregate between shows, performances or acts
of a play, along with similar scenarios. Information on this review process is provided at:
http://www.manitoba.ca/covid19/business/index.html.

VISITS IN PERSONAL CARE AND LONG-TERM CARE SETTINGS

The health system will continue to review visitation policies and processes to ensure the safety
of residents in these facilities. Changes may be made to further ease visitation restrictions in
the coming weeks.

EASING TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS

Public health officials may consider extending self-isolation exemptions to people returning
to Canada – if they have self-isolated outside of Manitoba, in accordance with the federal
Quarantine Act upon their return to the country. In addition, exemptions to self-isolation
requirements from other low-risk jurisdictions will be considered going forward.

CASINOS

The opening of casinos will be considered in the coming weeks.

LARGE GATHERINGS/EVENTS AND PERFORMING ARTS VENUES

There will be no large gatherings or events until at least September 2020.

OVERNIGHT CAMPS

No overnight camps will be permitted in the foreseeable future, as it may be difficult

to maintain public health requirements for ongoing physical distancing.

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STANDARD GUIDELINES TO PREVENT THE SPREAD OF COVID-19 IN PUBLIC LOCATIONS

Common and practical routines can ensure that patrons, clients, visitors and staff remain safe
and feel safe in public spaces. This includes:

• staying home when experiencing symptoms, even if symptoms are very mild;
• ensuring people are able to reasonably maintain two metres of distance;
• only conducting necessary and brief exchanges within two metres of others;
• applying enhanced cleaning protocols, especially in common areas like washrooms;
• maintaining social (physical) distancing and food handling protocols in workplace
areas including lunch and common areas; and
• following individual risk reduction measures found at
www.gov.mb.ca/covid19/prepareandprevent/index.html#reducerisk.

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manitoba.ca/restoringsafeservices

This document marks Manitoba’s continued steps to restore safe services based on evidence and
considering the risk of COVID-19 in the community. These steps are intended to minimize
serious illness and deaths, while reducing the effects of disruptions on society.

If public health results deteriorate or guidelines are not sufficient, Phase 3 measures may be
paused and previous measures may be re-introduced.

This document is current as of June 11, 2020. Manitoba officials will continue to review the
scientific evidence and take steps to introduce public health measures and operational steps
to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

For current information on COVID-19 in Manitoba, visit: manitoba.ca/covid19

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