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COVID-19 enforcement officials handed out 130 warnings and 102 tickets in Manitoba last week.

From May 17th to May 23rd, a total of $126,204 in fines was issued to Manitobans.

There were 96 tickets issued for various offences, and six for not wearing a mask in indoor public places.

88 of the fines issued to individuals were in relation to private gatherings that went against current health orders, two for unnecessary northern travel and three to sole proprietorships.

Manitoba Justice officials continue to follow up and investigate all large gathering and rallies they are made aware of, and advise an additional 22 tickets were issued in relation to rallies in Winnipeg.

Fine amounts for violating public health orders have been set at $298 for not wearing a mask in indoor public places, $1,296 for various offences, including sole proprietorships and partnerships, and $5,000 for tickets issued to corporations.