May 13, 2020
IRTC UPDATE:
Public health officials advise no new cases of COVID-19 have been identified as of 9:30 a.m. today. The total number of lab-confirmed positive and probable positive cases in Manitoba is 290
The data also shows:
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- four individuals are currently hospitalized, with one individual in intensive care;
- 32 active cases and 251 individuals who have recovered from COVID-19; and
- the number of deaths due to COVID-19 remains at seven
- As of yesterday, an additional 527 laboratory tests were performed. This brings the total number of tests performed since early February to 31,946
- The Manitoba government is lifting the one-month supply limit on prescription drugs. Effective May 11, Manitobans who have prescriptions for long-term medications will be able to fill them as per their prescriber’s directions up to a three-month supply, if the drug is not affected by shortages. Limits on prescription refills were imposed on March 19 in order to minimize potential distribution shortages and prevent people from stockpiling medication https://www.gov.mb.ca/covid19/updates/index.html#current
For up-to-date information on testing criteria and community screening sites, visit the Community Screening sites
Cases and Risk of COVID-19 in Manitoba
The dashboard is updated daily at 1 p.m.
Please note: tests results during the weekend are unofficial at this time and will be confirmed on Monday. https://www.gov.mb.ca/covid19/updates/index.html#news
IRTC in-office essential services schedule:
| May 11, 2020 – May 15, 2020
Cindy Garson 431-334-8761 Josie Kent 204-799-1294 Millie Anderson 204-891-3409 Cailin Hodder 204-899-2486 Darlene Bird 204-281-7388 |
IRTC Wellness Team
Sheri Gould 204-302-0078 Marcie Tavares 204-803-0700 Treena McPherson 204-302-1344 |
| May 18 – May 22, 2020
Darlene Bird 204-281-7388 Alyssa Monkman 431-338-4349 Shannon Spence 431-275-8093 Chris Stove 431-334-8922 Nicole Cook 431-275-0523 |
Jordan’s Principle
Alyssa Monkman 431-338-4349 Millie Anderson 204-891-3409 Martin McLean 204-280-0232 |
All IRTC Staff are available continuously via email and cell phone should you need to contact them.
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If you are using gloves or masks, please discard these items accordingly.
IRTC Education Update
In light of the Covid – 19 pandemic, please be advised of the following. The IRTC Student Services program will continue to operate status quo as in previous years. That is the application deadline of May 15, 2020 for a September start date is fast approaching. This deadline applies to continuing and new student applications. Applications are available on the IRTC website (www.irtc.ca) and can also be picked up at the Head Office in Fairford Ph. (204)659-4465 or at MIEA 300-286 Smith St. Ph. (204)947-0421.
Social Development Program
Provides support services to our I.R.T.C. communities which includes regular updates from Indigenous Services Canada and information in dealing with the Covid 19 crises. Local program delivery has changed to include workplace safety provisions for staff and clients and requires innovative ways for cheque and/or purchase order distribution in communities. Information and bulletins are sent to assist in these areas.
Canada’s COVID 19 Economic Response Plan has raised questions for Income Assistance Administrators on the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB). Information has been forwarded to communities for client information, community awareness, and provides direction on how the Income Assistance Program addresses clients in receipt of CERB.
P.E.S.P. Program
The Pre-Employment Supports Program is ongoing. As restrictions open, programs will
continue. Caseworkers available to accept applications. With social distancing measures in place, please call to make appointment.
Emergency Management Update
The Province of Manitoba has issued a new public health order to reduce the spread of Covid-19. The following measures will be in place as of April 1st:
No gatherings over 10 people allowed.
10-person limit not applicable for healthcare or social services.
All restaurants prohibited from serving food in their premises, delivery or take out is allowed.
All businesses that are not considered as a critical service must close between April 1st and April 14th. These businesses may operate on a remote basis.
All businesses considered critical services must enforce appropriate social distancing rules. Municipal transit services, taxis and private vehicles for hire can continue to operate. The operator of the vehicle must take measures to ensure there is reasonable separation of people in a vehicle https://news.gov.mb.ca/news
Wellness Team
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The Wellness team developed an activity booklet for youth. The activity booklet includes fun activities that include coloring, breathing techniques for anxiety and monitor feeling. The booklet is available to print for parents, frontline workers, teachers, and children to print and make copies.
The booklet will be available on the Wellness Facebook page and on the IRTC web page. The Booklet will be sent to all Health Centres affiliated with IRTC
