The Government of Manitoba is announcing that they will begin to reopen Manitoba's economy in phases, starting May 4.

s and services will be allowed to operate again.

"It is a day that many of us have been looking forward to for a while now," Premier Brian Pallister says.

Pallister attributes the efforts of Manitobans to flattening the curve to the announcements. 

"There is no room for complacency. There must be no COVID comeback in our province," Pallister says.

Phase 1

Specific non-urgent health facilities being permitted to open again include:

  • dentists
  • orthodontists
  • physiotherapy
  • non-urgent surgeries

The Province says they will also be easing restrictions for particular outdoor spaces, including golf courses and playgrounds. Families are being reminded that while they use the facilities, they must continue to practice distancing.

"Be careful out there. Do the things needed to protect one another," Pallister says.

ildren’s sports

  • film production

    • Pallister says that they are looking at how to allow for the reopening of churches. The Province is not looking at reopening schools in the near future. The province is looking at how universities can conduct spring and summer courses.

    Future Phases

    Future phases will include the reopening of:

    • bars
    • pools
    • spas
    • movie theatres
    • indoor recreation facilities
    • performing arts venues
    • tattoo parlours
    • estheticians
    • cosmetologists
    • tanning studios
    • other non-essential businesses

    Dr. Brent Roussin says mass gatherings will not be considered for reopening before September.

    Social Gatherings

    Pallister says that families wanting to gather must do so safely and are encouraged to gather outside. If a family member is more vulnerable to COVID-19, Pallister asks for individuals to use their judgement and avoid gathering if ill. He suggests being very careful when meeting with others from different households.