COVID-19 on P.E.I.: What's happening Wednesday, Aug. 5
The P.E.I. government announced its back-to-school plan Wednesday for students, staff and parents.
The plan relies heavily on grouping students into cohorts and enhanced cleaning. Students will be required to bring a non-medical mask to school, but the wearing of that mask is only strongly recommended, not required.
Different groups and individuals reacted to the province's back-to-school plan after its release.
Prince Edward Island business closures, which had been hovering around 200 a month for more than a year, shot to 428 in April as the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic took hold.
The pastor at Cornerstone Baptist Church in Montague is anticipating the need for back-to-school help will be up this year due to COVID-19.
The province is working with UPEI and Holland College on how to handle the arrival of international students and Canadian students from outside the Atlantic bubble.
Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Heather Morrison said her office is keeping an eye on the activities of soccer players from the Canadian Premier League.
Parks Canada on P.E.I. has adapted its offerings and services to adhere to COVID-19 health measures.
The Island has no active cases of COVID-19. The province has reported a total of 36 cases, with no deaths or hospitalizations.
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