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For up-to-date information, please visit Lloydminster.ca/COVID-19.
Lloydminster, AB/SK – Mandatory masking will be implemented throughout Saskatchewan, including the City of Lloydminster, in its entirety, beginning Monday, November 16, 2020.
The Government of Saskatchewan announced the latest COVID-19 risk mitigation measures on Friday, November 13, 2020. The new guidelines are in effect until Monday, December 14, 2020, when the provincial government and health authority will re-evaluate the imposed mitigation measures.
“Since the onset of the pandemic, the City of Lloydminster has respected the restrictions made by its provincial partners and respective health authorities. The measures introduced today are another step forward in aiding to reduce the spread of COVID-19,” said Jordan Newton, Manager of Emergency Measures and Operations. “We are confident the safety measures currently implemented at City facilities, and the enhanced measure of mandatory masking will continue to provide a safe space for patrons and staff.”
Patrons of City-operated recreational and sporting facilities can expect the following beginning Monday, November 16, 2020:
- All visitors must wear a mask, except while participating in physical activities (for example hockey, swimming, curling, pickleball, badminton, or actively working in the fitness centres).
- Spectators are always required to wear a mask.
- In addition to mandatory masking:
- Group fitness activities (example: spin, class circuit training, aquacise) are limited to a maximum of eight participants.
- Group aerobic activities are permitted only if participants can be three metres apart throughout the duration of the activity, as required by the current
Re-Open Saskatchewan guideline. - Individual aerobic activities (example: treadmill, stationary bike, lane swimming) are permitted if all required equipment is properly distanced according to the Re-Open Saskatchewan guidelines.
While masks are not mandatory in City buildings until November 16, patrons are encouraged to wear non-medical masks over the weekend.
Visitors of municipal buildings must wear a mask, as will staff when interacting with the public unless appropriate safety barriers are in place.
Masks are not required for children under the age of two or anyone unconscious, incapacitated, or otherwise unable to remove the mask without assistance.
More information is available at Lloydminster.ca/COVID-19.
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