This week, 14 Musqueam members tested positive for COVID-19.
Musqueam’s leadership and health department worked hard to support the individuals who tested positive, and contacted all individuals who came into contact with positive cases.
Yesterday, Chief Wayne Sparrow released a video statement on Musqueam’s Facebook page and Vimeo page. Watch the video below.
Stay protected from COVID-19
Even double vaccinated people can contract and spread COVID-19.
Vaccines can create enough immunity to prevent serious illness, hospitalization or death.
The only way to stop spreading COVID-19 is to follow public health guidelines:
🖐 wash your hands regularly
😷 wear a mask indoors in public spaces
↔ keep your distance
🌳 gather outside
🤒 stay home if you are sick
✈ only travel if essential
💉 get vaccinated, if you can
These steps are especially important to protect community members who are unable to be vaccinated, like children under 12 years old.
TIP FOR PARENTS: Check out the dollar store for children’s masks
New mask guidelines in BC
Starting August 25, masks are again mandatory when in indoor public spaces, even if you are vaccinated.
This includes:
- Grocery stores and other shopping spaces
- Coffee shops
- Restaurants (unless seated)
- Public transportation
See more on the BC government website.
Proof of vaccination required soon
On September 13, proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required in BC for people older than 12 attending certain social and recreational events, services and businesses.
This includes:
- Indoor ticketed events
- Indoor and outdoor dining
- Movie theatres
- Gyms, pools and recreation facilities
- Indoor organized gatherings (weddings, parties, meetings etc.)
- Indoor organized group recreational activities
See more on the BC government website.
