Premier Heather Stefanson and Chief Public Health Officer Doctor Brent Roussin held a press conference this morning to give an update on public health orders. Starting February 15th, Manitoba will be lifting even more restrictions.
The restrictions will be in place until March 1st;
- Masks and physical distancing will still be required in indoor public spaces.
- Indoor gatherings in public spaces will be limited to 50 people if anyone over 12 is not fully vaccinated.
- Indoor gatherings in public spaces will have no limit if everyone over 12 is fully vaccinated.
- There are no capacity limits for outdoor public gatherings.
- There are no capacity limits for indoor private gatherings.
- Restaurants will have no capacity limits but will still require proof of vaccination for anyone over 12 who is dining in.
- Liquor sales return to normal hours of operation.
The province plans to remove proof of vaccination requirements on March 1st. In some settings, such as personal care homes, shelters, and healthcare facilities, public health officials have continued to work with facilities to notify close contacts until March 8th. They plan to remove Mask requirements and other restrictions effective March 15.
A full list of the restrictions coming into place next week can be found here.
