UPDATE
New public health orders are expected next week to reflect the immunization milestones achieved.
Premier Brian Pallister made the announcement today, saying the province passed an immunization goal in its reopening strategy yesterday, as 75.1 percent of eligible Manitobans are now partially vaccinated, and 51.5 are fully vaccinated.
“Once again Manitobans have responded in record numbers to do their part to roll up their sleeve and get vaccinated."
Public health officials have recommended that at least one incubation period should pass between changing public health orders.
Pallister says the race against COVID-19 isn't over yet.
"This is a marathon as I've said before. The frustration of many, we want it to be a sprint, we want it to be over, all of us, but it's a marathon, not a sprint."
Step two on Manitoba's 4-3-2-1 Great Summer Reopening Plan was expected to be met by the August Long weekend, and includes 50 percent or greater opening capacity for businesses, services and facilities as well as increased gathering sizes, with fewer restrictions for specific sectors.
-----
Premier Brian Pallister is making an announcement about an update to COVID-19 vaccine initiatives.
Manitoba passed an immunization goal in its reopening strategy yesterday, as 75.1 percent of eligible Manitobans are now partially vaccinated, and 51.5 are fully vaccinated.
The conference is taking place at 11:00 a.m., and 730 CKDM will have more information as soon as its available.
