In a statement, NDP Leader Ryan Meili says the Premier testing positive for COVID-19 is a good reminder to follow the Chief Medical Health Officer’s advice on wearing medical grade masks and to avoid unnecessary gatherings. But , he also says, “Given the premier did not do a rapid antigen test before visiting a school in La Loche and touring northern communities or before hosting a media event in the legislature, I encourage the premier’s office to work with public health to ensure all potential close contacts have been notified.”

Dr. Saqib Shahab confirmed today (Thurs) that he was notified that he is a close contact. Meili urges everyone to get their vaccinations and booster shot. He says, “After two years of the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s more important than ever to work together to keep one another safe.”