In a letter to Premier Brian Pallister on Monday, the mayor urged an immediate change to provincial health orders so that businesses allowed to open can only sell essential products and services. Dr. Brent Roussin, Manitoba's chief public health officer, said Monday the province may have to reconsider what it deems essential. Roussin said businesses weren't following the 25 per cent capacity limits and these businesses should expect to be fined. WATCH | Dr. Brent Roussin explains how public health will evaluate essential businesses going forwardWhat does 'critical' mean for Manitoba businesses? Manitoba Video 0:55 Dr. Brent Roussin says Manitoba public health will be taking steps to further define what essential businesses are, as well as further enforcing capacity limits to limit crowding.

Source: CBC News November 16, 2020 19:28 UTC