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To all the citizens of Assiniboia and District. This is a time to be strong and resilient. It is the time to look after ourselves, our families and neighbours to make sure we are safe. To keep safe, we must follow public health guidelines.

鈥淲e鈥檝e put together a critical response team. We鈥檝e been implementing changes,鈥� said Sonja Dahlman, Human Resources Manager for Southland Co-op.

With everything going on in the world right now, all the branches of the Palliser Regional Library had to officially close to their doors to the public.

To our readers, advertisers, sponsors and community members: I write this column to let you know that we here at the Assiniboia Times are recognizing the significant challenges the current COVID-19 pandemic is creating for many of you.

As of 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 18 all Southeast College test centres will be closed. As of 5:00 p.m. Thursday, March 19, all industry, safety, continuing education, business management essentials and management essentials are suspended.

Finance Minister Donna Harpauer presented the province鈥檚 budget estimates on Wednesday, March 18 in lieu of a full budget. It showed a 3.1 per cent increase to spending and a 3.8 per cent raise for health services.

The Assiniboia and District Arts Council announced on March 19 that due to the recent spread of COVID-19, some of their upcoming events have either been cancelled or postponed.

An international emergency has been declared. Coronavirus cases are rising. The likelihood of anyone getting exposed to COVID-19 is increasing. Everyone should know what to do if they get exposed and have to self-quarantine.

The Assiniboia RCMP request the public鈥檚 assistance in locating the person(s) responsible for a theft over $5,000 that happened near the town of Limerick.

The safety of this community is of utmost importance to the Town of Assiniboia.