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The Mountain View School Division is advising of at least one positive case of COVID-19 at Mackenzie Middle School.

The case was at the school on May 25th, 26th, 28th, and 29th when they may have been infectious.

The school is working closely with Public Health officials.

Close contacts have been identified.

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A second ICU patient from Manitoba has died after being transported to Ontario.

The patient, a woman in her 50s, had been transported out of the province to receive care on May 23rd.

A total of 39 Manitobans are receiving care out of province in order to free up space in intensive care units, including 37 in Ontario and two in Saskatchewan.

Yesterday, the province announced the first death of a patient who had been transported for care outside of Manitoba.

Shared Health says that more patients are scheduled to be transferred today, including the first patient being sent to Alberta.

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Education Minister Cliff Cullen has announced that all kindergarten to Grade 12 schools in Winnipeg and Brandon, and the Garden Valley and Red River Valley school divisions, will remain in remote learning until the end of the school year.

They will have the ability to reopen to small groups as of June 14.  

Cullen says extending remote learning will protect students, families, teachers and staff as COVID-19 case counts remain high.

All schools in Dauphin are experiencing remote learning until at least June 9th.

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Prairie Mountain RCMP are seeking information about shots fired in Rossburn.

On Wednesday at around 8:50 p.m., RCMP responded to shots fired at a residence on Pioneer Avenue.

RCMP say that three people were seen fleeing the area in a pick-up truck. When officers arrived, the residence was vacant but there were signs that someone had been injured at the home.

RCMP say that a short while later a man had shown up at the hospital with injuries. He remains in hospital.

Prairie Mountain RCMP are asking anyone with information to call Russell RCMP 204-773-2105, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477, or secure tip online. 

RCMP say this is believed to be an isolated incident and there is no risk to public safety at this time.

The investigation continues.

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The province has announced its plan to get more Manitobans vaccinated.

This new phase of vaccination promotion and delivery will include four key initiatives:

  • the ProtectMB Community Outreach and Incentive Grants, funding for local organizations, groups, businesses in the province that work with and in vaccine-hesitant communities to improve uptake
  • an expanded ProtectMB advertising campaign to encourage Manitobans to ‘take their seats’ by getting vaccinated so they can enjoy the activities and spaces that Manitobans have missed and that vaccination will allow everyone to enjoy once more
  • creating a ProtectMB Campaign Advisory Committee co-chaired by Cynthia Carr and Dayna Spiring that is providing advice to government on encouraging vaccination uptake and reopening safely
  • expanded vaccine access through clinics, pop-ups and pharmacies to make it easier than ever to choose vaccination

The ProtectMB Community Outreach and Incentive Grants will offer funding of up to $20,000 to Manitoba organizations, businesses, churches, and others who work in and with low-uptake communities.

Applicants are required to attend an information session on vaccine uptake and hesitancy, and submit a proposal on their approach to addressing low uptake in their community. Staffing, outreach, food, and other activities will be eligible for funding.

Organizations can register for an information session at www.ProtectMB.ca.

Premier Brian Pallister says the province’s re-opening strategy will be announced next week.

Roughly 880,000 doses have been administered in Manitoba.

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A full-on heatwave is here in the Parkland if you're a pet owner, not only do you have to worry about your safety if you're spending an extended period of time outside, but you also have to keep an eye on how your animal is feeling.

If you decide to take your furry friend out for a walk, always watch for how your animal is reacting as it doesn't take long to overheat. And if you're going to the store, it's best to keep your animal at home.

"Never leave pets in vehicles during these hot temperatures, never," said Roxane Neufeld, Owner and Veterinarian at the Dauphin Vet Clinic. "If you must bring them, you need to leave your vehicle running and keep the air conditioner on and you still need to check on them frequently."

You should always have water readily available for your pet, especially if you take them for a walk, or even if you're just spending time in the backyard. You may also need to pay extra attention if your pet is older as higher temperatures affect older pets more than they do younger pets.

"It's also best to stay away from taking your pet for a walk during the middle of the day," said Neufeld. "Take them either in the morning before it warms up or in the evening when it's starting to cool down."

If you notice your pet is looking uncomfortable, take them to shelter immediately. 

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If you noticed a plane heading north or south last week, it could have been Attlis Geomatics collecting data.

Inter-Mountain Watershed District is working on a project to collect highly accurate topographical data, and Attlis Geomatics has been flying over the fourteen municipality area, collecting data using a technology called Light Detection and Ranging.

Jeff Thiele, General Manager of Inter-Mountain watershed District says this technology can calculate land surface topography by emitting light beams from a plane. 

“By measuring the time it takes for that light beam to travel, they can come up with a really accurate digital elevation for us and they go back and process that data.”

After the data is processed, Inter-Mountain Watershed District will have accurate digital surface elevations for all land within the district.

Inter-Mountain Watershed District plans to use the processed data for surface water management planning, allowing them to make proactive decisions for better protecting the area from flood damages.

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The Rural Sugarloaf water plant in Grandview will turn its water back on at 3:30 pm today, but a scheduled shut off will happen between 10:00 pm to 7:00 am to help replenish water levels.

The Grandview Municipality is asking residents to conserve water during the day to help bring levels back to normal.

A boil water advisory is in effect, water must be boiled for 2 minutes prior to any consumption.

More information can be found here.

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A 4-year-old boy has died after a tractor incident in the R.M. of Grassland.

On June 1st at around 7:40 p.m., Killarney RCMP responded to the incident, where it was determined that a 4-year-old boy was sitting on a trailer that was being pulled by a tractor, when he was thrown off.

The 4-year-old boy was pronounced dead on scene.

A 12-year-old youth was driving the tractor at the time of the incident.

RCMP continue to investigate.

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The province is allowing the temporary opening of certain facilities during this week’s heatwave.

Current public health orders restrict the operation of many businesses; however, libraries and community centres will be allowed to open for the next week in order to accommodate those that may not otherwise have the means to cool off during the warmer temperatures.

The change also allows for the operation of outdoor pools or splash pads at hotels, campgrounds and other private businesses.

The restrictions on gatherings and interactions with people who do not reside at the same private residence continue to apply.

The orders went into effect today, June 2, at 2 p.m. and will be in place until June 12 at 12:01 a.m.

Heat illnesses are preventable. The health effects of heat can be reduced by:
• drinking plenty of liquids, especially water, before you feel thirsty
• wearing loose-fitting, light-coloured clothing and a wide-brimmed hat
• planning outdoor activities during cooler times of the day
• limiting alcohol consumption
• avoiding sun exposure and considering cancelling or rescheduling outdoor activities
• going to a cool place such as a mall, community centre, public library or place of worship, after checking the hours these sites are open under COVID-19 restrictions
• taking a cool shower or bath
• blocking the sun out by closing awnings, curtains or blinds during the day

Manitobans are encouraged to check in regularly with vulnerable or socially isolated community.

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A 30-year-old Manitoba man with COVID-19 has died in an Ontario hospital.

Shared health says the man had been receiving care in Ontario since May 20th.

He is the first patient to have died after being moved out of the province for care. Last week another patient died in a Manitoba hospital after a failed attempt to airlift her to a hospital in Ontario.

There is now a record of 110 Manitobans in critical care.

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