Manitoba Public Health Officer Dr. Brent Roussin announced the latest COVID-19 numbers this afternoon.  He reported there are no new cases so the total number remains at 300, no individuals are in hospital or intensive care, there are nine active cases and 284 individuals have recovered.  He added as the province gradually re-opens we have to remember the virus is still around and we must continue to follow recommendations such as physical distancing, self isolation, washing our hands and not touching our face.

Meanwhile Saskatchewan reports four new cases of COVID-19 with three in Saskatoon and one in the Far North Region.  Two residents of the Far North Region who tested positive have died.  One individual was in their 60s and the second was in their 70s and that brings the total number of deaths in the province to 13.  The total number of cases reported in the province stands at 654 with 17 considered active and 624 individuals have recovered.  Phase three of Re-open Saskatchewan is underway with complete information on the plan available online at www.saskatchewan.ca/re-open.