F-S-I-N First Vice Chief Morley Watson has tested positive for COVID-19.

In a statement, Watson said, “On the morning of Monday, September 6, 2021, I was informed by Saskatchewan Health Authority that I tested positive for Covid-19. Upon receipt of this news, I immediately started contacting the individuals and organizations with whom I had recent close contact. Earlier in the week, I attended two First Nation Celebrations, after which I experienced mild cold-like symptom. Out of abundant caution, I was tested on September 3. I was told that positive results are communicated quickly, so after nearly three days without news, and no further symptoms, I presumed I was negative. On Sunday, September 5, I attended the Muskowekwan Sports day on for a brief time early that afternoon. As stated, the next day, my positive result was delivered.” Watson added that he never intended to harm anyone and apologized to any close contacts during the past week.