COVID Precautions for Prairies Region

Community transmission of COVID-19 is occurring across much of the Prairies region.  New clusters are occurring, but can be controlled through self-isolation, testing and contact tracing to mitigate further spread.

The following precautions should be taken:

• Wear a mask in all indoor public places
• Limit public gatherings to a maximum of 10 people indoors and outdoors 
• Stay home when sick
• Practice social distancing, hand washing/sanitizing and cough etiquette  
• Follow public health guidance on travel and self-isolation
• Cancel, postpone, reschedule gatherings - especially for people at greater risk and those with chronic medical conditions
• Vulnerable people, such as seniors, are at increased risk and are encouraged to exercise extra caution