MB: Province moves to critical level as COVID-19 cases surge
As of November 12, the entire province of Manitoba moved to the critical level (red). Fines for breaching or failing to comply with public health or emergency orders have recently been increased to $1,296 for individuals and $5,000 for corporations. The new restrictions will be in effect province-wide and include:
- Social contacts reduced to your household only. Social gatherings are not permitted.
- Travel to and from northern Manitoba is restricted and non-essential travel is discouraged.
- Retail businesses listed as critical services, such as grocery stores and pharmacies, can remain open at 25 per cent capacity.
- Retail businesses not on the list are able to provide e-service, curbside pickup or delivery services.
- The following have closed: All personal service businesses, gyms and fitness centres, recreational activities, sports facilities, casinos, museums, galleries, libraries, movie theatres and concert halls
- Religious and cultural gatherings must close or be provided virtually only.
- Restaurants must close to the public and may be open for delivery, drive-thru or takeout only.