Canada: Manitoba looks at reopening casinos under loosened COVID-19 health orders

Friday, March 19, 2021 3:00 AM
  • Shane Gibson, Global News

The Manitoba government is considering a further loosening of COVID-19 restrictions that could see more people allowed to eat together at restaurants, expanded capacity at stores and churches, and the limited reopening of theatres, concert halls and casinos.

The proposed changes announced Thursday could also see the removal of a 14-day required self-isolation period for interprovincial and domestic travelers who travel for business and otherwise do not have symptoms.

“Thanks to Manitobans’ efforts we are once again in a position to consider loosening additional restrictions as we learn to live this virus,” said Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister in a government release.