Indigenous Manitobans Can Book Second-Dose Appointments Monday

Indigenous people in Manitoba will be eligible to book appointments for their second-dose of the COVID-19 vaccine starting on Monday, May 24^th.

Dr. Marcia Anderson, public health lead of the First Nations Pandemic Response Coordination Team says First Nations people make up 40 to 60 per cent of all COVID-19 admissions to intensive care units.

“That is why it is so important to get our communities – both on and off-reserve – fully vaccinated as soon as possible. Getting fully vaccinated will not only provide a greater level of protection to the individual, but to their family members and loved ones too.”

Starting today at 11:45 a.m., people with certain medical conditions can also book their second-dose appointments. Eligibility information can be found here.

To book a second-dose appointment, individuals must have received a Pfizer vaccine 21 days before their second-dose appointment date, or received a Moderna vaccine 28 days before their second-dose appointment date.

People can get their second dose at a different clinic than where they received their first dose, as long as the clinic is offering the same type of vaccine.

Starting Monday at 11:45 a.m., Indigenous people in Manitoba who have received their first dose of the vaccine can call toll-free 1-844-626-8222, or book online to get their second dose.

Details: Contributed by Trillian Reynoldson; Published: May 21, 2021 - 9:27 am

Wildfires in the northern Interlake region have forced at least 750 people from their homes.

The biggest fire is burning over a massive area north of Lake Manitoba and is affecting several nearby communities.

As crews battle the flames, residents of five nearby First Nations have been forced to flee due to deteriorating conditions.

Heavy smoke has led to evacuations in the Lake St. Martin, Little Saskatchewan, Pinaymootang, Skownan and Dauphin River First Nations.

Evacuees are staying in Dauphin and Winnipeg.

Details: Contributed by Darnell Duff; Published: May 21, 2021 - 7:35 am

A boil water advisory that was put in place earlier this week for the Town of Swan River has now been lifted.

The cause of the advisory was a power outage leading to a loss in water pressure in the community's distribution system.

The lifting of the advisory means you no longer need to bring water to a rolling boil before drinking or using it.

Details: Contributed by Darnell Duff; Published: May 21, 2021 - 5:37 am

There was an overall increase of 46% in the number of calls for service that the RCMP received last month, compared with April 2020. In the West District which includes Dauphin and area, there was a 52% increase.

5,101 calls were received last month, compared with 3,355 last April. While this may seem alarming, Tara Seel with the RCMP says it really isn't.

"These numbers weren't unexpected because public health orders were less restrictive last month, compared with one year ago," said Seel. "These numbers are more in line with pre-pandemic statistics."

Common police activities which include well-being checks and missing persons reports decreased 12% with 587 calls received this April, compared with 670 last April.

There was a 1% increase in crimes against the person, which include robbery, extortion, harassment, and threat. When it comes to crime against property, there was an overall decrease of 9% with 487 calls received last month, compared to 538 in April of last year.

With the first day of summer less than a month away, Seel says the RCMP expects crime in certain areas to increase, as it usually does over the summer. One of the areas that always increases over the summer months is crimes against property and robbery.

"If you're walking at night, it's really important to look up, don't put your head down and look at your phone," said Seel. "Another thing is making sure you always lock your vehicle, even in your driveway."

It's also recommended that you keep the trees in front of your home trimmed, so it is noticeable from the street. Fraud occurrences also increased last month, with 56 calls for service compared to 45 in April last year.

"We're monitoring everything and you if you need us, we will be there," ended Seel.

Details: Contributed by Darnell Duff; Published: May 21, 2021 - 5:00 am

730 CKDM has compiled a list of what's open and what's closed this long weekend.

Grocery Stores
The Dauphin Co-Op will be open Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. but will be closed Monday.
No Frills in Dauphin will be open Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and on Monday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Safeway in Dauphin will be open Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Monday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Walmart in Dauphin is open Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and on the holiday Monday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The Dauphin Liquor Mart is open Saturday and Sunday with regular business hours, and on Monday from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Banks
CIBC is closed Monday
BMO is closed Monday

The Dauphin Post Office will be closed for the holiday Monday.

The Dauphin Veterinary Clinic will be closed on Monday.

Dauphin City Hall will be closed on Monday.

COVID-19 testing sites in Prairie Mountain Health will experience some adjusted hours. The sites in Dauphin and Swan River will be open on Monday with regular hours. A full schedule of testing sites can be seen here.

Details: Contributed by Trillian Reynoldson; Published: May 21, 2021 - 5:00 am

COVID-19 vaccination appointments for second doses start today.

Appointments for second doses will be reserved for Manitobans with certain health conditions first.

All Manitobans aged 12 and up are eligible for their first dose at supersites and pop-up clinics in the province.

All Manitobans aged 40 and older can receive their first dose at a medical clinic or pharmacy, with the exception of those with certain underlying health issues.

Additional pop-up clinics are coming to nearby communities, including Swan River, Neepawa, Ashern, and Russell. You can find a full schedule of pop-up clinics in Prairie Mountain Health here.

To book your COVID-19 vaccine, you can call 1-844-626-8222, or click here.

Details: Contributed by Tess Kovach; Published: May 21, 2021 - 5:00 am

Due to a positive school-related case of COVID-19, Whitmore School will be closed tomorrow, while Public Health completes its investigation.

More information will be provided as it becomes available from Public Health. Remote learning will be offered where possible.

School administration says they will work closely with Public Health officials and follow their recommendations.

Details: Contributed by Trillian Reynoldson; Published: May 20, 2021 - 5:10 pm

New COVID-19 health restrictions are being implemented for the May long weekend.

Beginning Saturday at 12:01 a.m., Manitobans will not be permitted to gather with anyone outside of their household indoors or outdoors. This applies to all recreation spaces including playgrounds, golf courses, parks, and sports fields.

Households must also designate one member for essential shopping, with exceptions to single parents with children, or someone who requires a caregiver.

This is in addition to a number of restrictions already in place. You can find the full list of health measures effective in Manitoba here.

These restrictions will only be in place for the long weekend and will expire at 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday, May 26.

Details: Contributed by Tess Kovach; Published: May 20, 2021 - 4:38 pm

The Mountain View School Division has announced that Mackenzie Middle School will transition to full remote learning next week.

Beginning Tuesday, May 25^th the school will be closed to in-person learning for a period of two weeks, due to an increased number of COVID-19 cases associated with the school.

Exceptions will be made for Grade 6 students who are children of Critical Service Workers, who cannot make alternate care arrangements and students with special needs.

In-person learning will resume on June 4^th unless a decision is made to extend the remote period.

Details: Contributed by Tess Kovach; Published: May 20, 2021 - 2:05 pm

The Dauphin Fire Department was dispatched to a field fire yesterday afternoon near Sifton.

The DFD joined the Sifton Fire Department to battle the fire at around 4:15 p.m. in the community pastures.

The fire started from embers that blew in from scrub piles that had been burned several weeks earlier. High winds rekindled the fire and carried flames over to a nearby pasture.

Fire crews say that the original fires were lit during different weather conditions when fire bans were not issued.

The DFD would like to thank Bob Denchuck for assisting on-site with a water tanker.