For the first time in weeks, the region has reached zero active COVID-19 cases.
The Northwestern Health Unit reported zero new cases today (October 29, 2021).
The next NWHU daily COVID-19 case update will be Monday, November 1, 2021.
NWHU recommends that everyone, including those who have been vaccinated, assume COVID-19 is in their community and practise preventive measures like physical distancing, wearing a mask in enclosed public spaces and when physical distancing is a challenge, good hand hygiene, and not touching their face. Anyone who has symptoms, or who has been in contact with a positive case, should self-isolate and get tested. For information about getting tested, please visit the NWHU website for instructions on how to schedule an appointment at an assessment centre.