The government of Manitoba has set new fine limits for individuals and businesses under The Public Health Act as part of its action to reduce spreading of COVID-19 and to “flatten the curve.”
The fines have been set at $486 for individuals and $2,542 for businesses that breach the new emergency measures.
To see the full news release and more details, click here.
These are the latest practice directions regarding changes to the courts in reducing risk of infections and spreading of COVID-19.
Manitoba Court of Appeal
Hearings will be conducted remotely by videoconferencing during the COVID-19 pandemic (April 3, 2020)
Manitoba Court of Queen’s Bench
COVID-19 – Suspension and Restriction of Hearings (April 2, 2020)
For all up-to-date practice directions and notices for all three courts, visit the Manitoba Courts webpage on COVID-19 at http://www.manitobacourts.mb.ca/covid-19/.
WestlawNext Canada has added a section on COVID-19 materials in their finding tools to help find legislation and cases affected by the pandemic.
For those with access to Westlaw, you can find it at the bottom of the finding tools on the front page. These materials include legislation, cases, and bill progress.
Thompson Reuters has also made available a number of free resources, including a Global Coronavirus Toolkit with practice notes, standard clauses, and checklists.
Notice
Legislature suspended due to Covid-19
From the Legislative Assembly Website: “On March 19, 2020 the Members of the Manitoba Legislative Assembly unanimously agreed to suspend its sittings due to the ongoing public health crisis brought on by the COVID-19 virus and the need for social distancing. Although public access to the Legislative Building has been limited for the same reason, Assembly offices remain open with a reduced staff complement and can be reached through phone or email.”
Click here for the last update from the Manitoba Legislative Assembly
The Manitoba Government has placed new restrictions for non-critical businesses due to the current state of emergency.
See here for the news release and more information.
Orders under section 67 of The Public Health Act
For updates and useful information, check the government website at https://www.gov.mb.ca/covid19/
The Lawyer’s Daily is providing free coverage on COVID-19 including, news, analysis, opinion and Insider items.
Click here to check the updated list of articles and information.
LexisNexis Canada has also provided “Coronavirus Guidance for Canada”, “featuring select content that addresses emerging issues related to coronavirus across a variety of practice areas.”
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