Manitoba declares state of emergency

By The Canadian Press

Posted March 20, 2020 12:24 pm.

Last Updated March 20, 2020 12:39 pm.

This article is more than 5 years old.

Manitoba has declared a state of emergency due to COVID-19.

Premier Brian Pallister says it was not an easy decision but it was necessary to protect the health and safety of all Manitobans.

The measures will limit pubic gatherings of more than 50 people, including at places of worship, restaurants and bars.

Pallister says Manitobans have been practicing social distancing.

As of Thursday, there were 17 cases of the virus in the province.

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