Winnipeg’s New Two-Week Lockdown Takes Effect

Dr. Brent Roussin, Manitoba chief public health officer, takes off his mask to speak during the province's latest COVID-19 update at the Manitoba legislature in Winnipeg on Oct. 30, 2020. John Woods/The Canadian Press

The City of Winnipeg’s new two-week period of lockdown starts on Monday. The Winnipeg Metropolitan Region was designated to be at a critical level, and bars, restaurants, and recreation centers will be closed.

The new public health orders were issued by the Manitoba Chief Public Health Officer on Nov. 1. The critical level (red) restrictions under the provincial Pandemic Response System mandate the suspension of non-urgent and elective surgeries and diagnostics and the closure of bars, restaurants, and movie theaters. Cultural and religious gatherings are limited to 100 people or 15 percent site capacity, whichever is lower.