REGINA — Here are five key takeaways from Tuesday's announcement by the provincial regarding moves to end COVID-19 measures Premier Scott Moe says restrict people's rights and freedoms.
No more proof of vax
The provincial government will end proof of vaccination or negative tests in Saskatchewan businesses, workplaces and other public venues this Monday, Feb, 14 at 12:01 a.m.
“Proof of vaccination has been an effective policy, but its effectiveness has run its course,” Moe said.
Proof of vaccination policies for federally regulated sectors, including transportation, remain in effect at the discretion of the federal government.
Proof available for travel
eHealth Saskatchewan will continue to make proof of vaccination records and QR codes available to Saskatchewan residents for use where needed including for travel or in other jurisdictions.
Mask mandate still in place
The public health orders requiring masking in indoor public spaces will remain in effect until the end of February.
Tests still available
Vaccines and rapid test kits will continue to be widely accessible throughout the province.
"As we shift to living with COVID-19, there is a continuing need for personal responsibility for self-monitoring, self-testing and self-management," Moe said.
Boosters for 12-17
All Saskatchewan residents 12 to 17 years of age are now able to receive a booster dose of an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine effective immediately.
The Pfizer-BioNTech mRNA booster will be offered at least five months following the completion of the primary series of vaccinations to all adolescents in this age cohort. Previously the additional dose was only available for adolescents who are immunocompromised or have other health conditions and could be administered three months after receiving their primary series of vaccinations.
Information about Saskatchewan Health Authority vaccine clinics and participating pharmacies is available at Saskatchewan.ca/covid-19.
