May 2, 2020
IRTC UPDATE:
Public health officials advise one new case of COVID-19 has been identified as of 9:30 a.m. today, bringing the total number of lab-confirmed positive and probable positive cases in Manitoba to 280.
- The data also shows:
- six individuals are currently hospitalized, with no individuals in intensive care;
- 38 active cases and 236 individuals who have recovered from COVID-19; and
- the number of deaths due to COVID-19 remains at six
- All Manitobans returning to work are now eligible to access the temporary child care system to find a location that meets their needs. Families can use the online tool at https://eswchildcare.ca/ to view available spaces and then contact centres directly to finalize arrangements. Licensed centres are able to provide care for up to 16 children per centre. Larger centres with separate rooms and external entrances can accommodate up to 16 children per room. Home-based child care providers can continue to provide care for up to eight children. https://www.gov.mb.ca/covid19/updates/index.html#news
For up-to-date information on testing criteria and community screening sites, visit the Community Screening sites
- It is important to note that while some gradual lifting or restrictions has begun, significant work to limit the spread of COVID-19 must continue. Public health is also advising people to remain within or close to their home communities. The request to stay home as much as possible is still in place at this time. This includes limiting travel, even within Manitoba, to essential trips only. Visits to cottages are not recommended at this time. Services at smaller health centres could be strained if seasonal visitors become ill. https://manitoba.ca/covid19/updates/index.html#current
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 4, 2020 – May 8, 2020
Karl Zadnik 204-956-7413 Seetta Roccola 204-782-0592 Tosan Okorosobo 204-869-2082 Liz Bone: 204-782-3651 Donna Thompson 202-302-0959 |
IRTC Wellness Team
Sheri Gould 204-302-0078 Marcie Tavares 204-803-0700 Treena McPherson 204-302-1344 |
| May 11 – May 15, 2020
Cindy Garson 431-334-8761 Josie Kent 204-803-0700 Millie Anderson 204-891-3409 Cailin Hodder 204-899-2486 Darlene Bird 204-281-7388 |
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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Should I wear a mask to protect myself?
It is not clear there is any significant benefit to wearing masks to prevent influenza or influenza-like illnesses (including COVID-19) in community settings.
Wear a facemask: If you are sick: You should wear a facemask when you are around other individuals (e.g., sharing a room or vehicle) and before you enter a healthcare provider’s office.
If you are NOT sick: You do not need to wear a facemask unless you are caring for someone who is sick (and they are not able to wear a facemask). Facemasks may be in short supply therefore they should be saved for high risk individuals and health care providers.
If you are using gloves or masks, please discard these items accordingly.
IRTC Education Update
IRTC Student Services program provides Post Secondary and Private Home Placement education funding to Dauphin River, Little Saskatchewan and Pinaymootang students. Monthly allowance disbursements will be distributed as usual without disruption.
Social Development Update
I.R.T.C. Social staff continue to provide regular updates to Income Assistance Administrators as information comes from Indigenous Services Canada.
Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan has raised questions for Income Assistance Administrators on the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB).
PESP Program
The PESP Program has temporarily cancelled all planned programming until further notice.
I.S.C. has confirmed any surpluses in programming can be carried forward past March 31, 2020 deadline. Caseworkers available to take applications and do assessments via email and phone.
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
- 10-person limit not applicable for healthcare or social
- All restaurants prohibited from serving food in their premises, delivery or take out is
- 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
- All businesses considered critical services must enforce appropriate social distancing
- 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
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
