• As of yesterday, an additional 543 laboratory tests were performed. This brings the total number of tests performed since early February to 29,343. 

• The government is lifting the one-month supply limit on prescription drugs. As of this Monday, those with prescriptions for long–term medications will be able to fill them as per their prescriber’s directions up to a three-month supply, if the drug is not affected by shortages. A working group has also been struck to monitor drug availability in the province. Limits were first imposed March 19 to minimize potential shortages and to prevent people from stockpiling medication.

• Pharmacists Manitoba is asking clients to refill their medications appropriately including not refilling more than 10 days before their next scheduled refill, and not requesting quantities in excess of 100 days’ supply.

• Manitobans who have experienced a significant change in their income can have their Manitoba Pharmacare Program deductible reviewed. To have deductibles reviewed, Manitobans can call 204-786-7141, 1-800-297-8099, or email [email protected]. Click here for the media release.

• The Manitoba government today announced plans to purchase up to one million made-in-Manitoba N95 reusable silicone masks. The provincial government placed an order with Winnipeg–based Precision ADM for 500,000 of the masks, with an option to purchase an additional 500,000 masks over the next 14 months. The company was selected to finalize the design and produce it in Manitoba after receiving proposals from across the country. The cost is competitive with that of overseas producers. The masks are designed to meet the needs of front–line health–care workers who need reliable, comfortable protection. They can also be sterilized after use, allowing them to be reused up to 30 times. Click here for the media release.

• On May 5, the government announced, the Seniors Economic Recovery Credit which will provide every Manitoban aged 65 and older with a one–time, refundable tax credit of $200.

• The province's public health officer, Dr. Brent Roussin urged Manitobans to continue practicing social distancing and good hand hygiene this Mother's Day weekend. Those who choose to gather should keep gatherings to under 10 people, only attend if not showing symptoms and gathering outdoors if possible. People with underlying medical conditions, over the age of 65 or immune-suppressed are advised to continue to stay home and only leave for essential reasons.