The public health emergency caused by Covid-19 that has impacted the lives of Nunavummiut for more than two years could be over by April 11, the territorySA国际影视传媒檚 health minister, John Main, announced Tuesday, March 8.

Every two weeks for the next six weeks, the Government of Nunavut will continue to ease measures and restrictions in preparation to end the public health emergency by April 11. This is dependent on evidence that the health system will be able to manage Covid-19 during each phase of eased restrictions, as it would any other condition.

SA国际影视传媒淐ovid-19 is here to stay, and it is time to move away from life under public health measures. These changes will allow the Government of Nunavut to shift resources to integrating Covid-19 response into the regular healthcare system.SA国际影视传媒� said chief public health officer Dr. Michael Patterson. SA国际影视传媒淎s in the past, we will move forward with easing measures in a gradual and evidence-informed approach that will help reduce the risk of Covid-19 in our communities.SA国际影视传媒�

There will continue to be a mandate for wearing masks in many situations.

The first phase is set to begin on March 14 with the exceptions of Kugaaruk and Gjoa Haven, where Covid-19 case counts are still considered to pose too great of a risk.

Public health measures in Gjoa Haven, Kugaaruk, Iglulik and Taloyoak will be as follows:

SA国际影视传媒� Outdoor gatherings increase to 50 people.

SA国际影视传媒� Indoor gatherings increase to 10 people plus household members.

SA国际影视传媒� Restaurants and licensed facilities may open at 25 people capacity or 25 per cent capacity, whichever is less. No singing or dancing will be permitted.

SA国际影视传媒� Public indoor gatherings increase to 25 people or 50 per cent capacity, whichever is less.

SA国际影视传媒� Gym capacity is 25 people or 50 per cent capacity, whichever is less. Group sessions limited to 10 people.

SA国际影视传媒� Libraries, museums, and galleries capacity increases to 25 people or 50 per cent capacity, whichever is less. Group tours limited to 10 people.

SA国际影视传媒� Arena capacity may increase to 50 people or 50 per cent capacity, whichever is less, as well as a maximum of 50 spectators.

SA国际影视传媒� Team sports are permitted.

SA国际影视传媒� Places of worship are limited to 50 people or 25 per cent capacity, no singing.

SA国际影视传媒� Masks remain mandatory.

In all other Nunavut communities, public health measures will be as follows:

SA国际影视传媒� Indoor gatherings increase to 15 people plus household members.

SA国际影视传媒� Public indoor gatherings increase to 50 people or 50 per cent capacity, whichever is less.

SA国际影视传媒� Group counselling increased to 20 people, masks mandatory.

SA国际影视传媒� Outdoor gatherings increase to 100 people.

SA国际影视传媒� Restaurants and licensed facilities may open at 50 people or 50 per cent capacity, whichever is less. Singing and dancing is permitted.

SA国际影视传媒� The Iqaluit theatre may open at 50 people or 50 per cent capacity, whichever is less, per screening room with no moving between rooms.

SA国际影视传媒� Gyms and fitness centres capacity increases to 25 people or 50 per cent capacity, whichever is less. Group sessions are limited to 10 people.

SA国际影视传媒� Swimming pools may open for 25 people or 50 per cent capacity, whichever is less. Group sessions are limited to 10 people.

SA国际影视传媒� Libraries, museums, and galleries capacity increases to 25 people or 50 per cent capacity, whichever is less. Group sessions are limited to 10 people.

SA国际影视传媒� Taxis may allow multiple fares if first customer consents and everyone is masked.

SA国际影视传媒� Arena capacity increases to 50 people or 50 per cent capacity, whichever is less, as well as a maximum of 50 spectators.

SA国际影视传媒� Team sports are allowed.

SA国际影视传媒� Places of worship capacity increased to 50 people or 50 per cent capacity. Singing is permitted.

SA国际影视传媒� Territorial Park buildings may open.

SA国际影视传媒� Long-term care facilities may allow two visitors per resident from their immediate

family.

SA国际影视传媒� All schools and daycares can open at 100 per cent capacity.

SA国际影视传媒� Masks remain mandatory.

As of Monday March 14, the GN will reduce its public reporting of Covid-19 case data to once per week.