The Yorkton RCMP Detachment is limited non-essential services after a front-line officer tested positive for COVID-19. RCMP say the Yorkton detachment will still answer all phone calls from the public. Outbreaks declared at Regional Health Centre, high school, fitness centreThe Saskatchewan Health Authority has declared outbreaks of COVID-19 at the Yorkton Regional High School, Pumphouse Athletic Club and Yorkton Regional Health Centre. So far, 17 cases have been confirmed in the community, including three health-care workers at the Yorkton Regional Health Centre. RCMP say priority will be given to people submitting record checks for the upcoming municipal election or a health-care position.

Source: CBC News September 28, 2020 20:28 UTC