Manitoba Public Health has designated Cross Lake First Nation to code red or critical under the Provincial Pandemic Response System.

 

The order went into effect Oct. 29 at 12:01 a.m.

 

The restrictions for Cross Lake indicate that public gatherings are not permitted, all businesses are closed expect for those providing essential services, and all residents are required to stay home.

 

The province states people should only leave their homes to seek testing or medical care, or to send one person per household for essential supplies.

 

Additionally, people who work in essential services are able to leave their residence for work, and masks must be worn outside the homes.

 

For up-to-date-information on the current public health restrictions in place, visit the Government of Manitoba’s COVID-19 webpage.