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Announcements

May 22, 2020 Re: Health Information Protection Act (HIPA)

May 22, 2020

Re:  Health Information Protection Act (HIPA)

The privacy and protection of personal health information of band members is a priority with the LLRIB Health Services department. This is the standard procedures for all health organizations in Saskatchewan.

When you receive health services with our band health department, you have a right to expect the appropriate use and safekeeping of your personal health information. The Health Information Protection Act (HIPA), which came into force on September 1, 2003, provides rules and guidelines that govern the collection, use and disclosure of personal health information in Saskatchewan, which is strongly adhered to by LLRIB Health Services.

The health of a band member is a privacy matter and, as such, LLRIB Health Services cannot and will not share names of individual band members who may have a presumptive or positive case of the COVID-19 virus.

We also want to encourage the band membership to be thoughtful and sympathetic to those who may contract the virus. Nobody is immune to it and it could be any of us or our family members who can get affected. We also recognize the significant strain that COVID-19 has placed on individuals and families, so it important we come together as a community and provide positive support for one another.

Again, as a collective group, we want to assure the LLRIB membership that we are working very hard on your behalf during this challenging and unprecedented time.

Respectfully,

LLRIB Emergency Control Group

Josephine Greyeyes
Emergency Coordinator

Kevin Roberts
Communications Coordinator

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Announcements

May 15, 2020 – UPDATED: PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT – Lac La Ronge

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UPDATED: PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT – Lac La Ronge


DATE: May 15, 2020 19:30HRS

A presumptive case of coronavirus (COVID-19) previously announced on May 14, 2020 has now been officially confirmed as negative.

Presumptive results are used as our first line of defence to ensure we warn contacts and close contacts as soon as possible of possible exposure.

Lac La Ronge Indian Band Health Services, Northern Inter-Tribal Health Authority and Saskatchewan Health Authority public health officials took immediate steps with the presumptive result out of an abundance of caution to prevent potential further transmission.

With the new official result from the Roy Romanow Provincial Laboratory (RRPL), health officials indicate that no further action is required from customers who shopped or bought gas at the following locations:
• Fire Creek Gas Station in Saskatoon – May 4
• Co-Op Gas Bar, La Ronge – May 4 -11
• Robertson Store, La Ronge – May 11
• Keethanow Supermarket, La Ronge – May 5-8
• Keethanow Gas Bar, La Ronge – May 4
• Craving Restaurant La Ronge – May 1-9.

For more information of COVID-19 visit: https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/health-care-administration-and-provider-resources/treatment-procedures-and-guidelines/emerging-public-health-issues/2019-novel-coronavirus

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PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT – Lac La Ronge DATE: May 14, 2020 14:00HRS

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PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT – Lac La Ronge

DATE: May 14, 2020 14:00HRS

A presumptive case of coronavirus (COVID-19) has been identified in Lac La Ronge community in an individual in their sixties. The individual was tested at the La Ronge Health Center on May 13, 2020 after developing symptoms.

Lac La Ronge Indian Band Health Services, Northern Inter-Tribal Health Authority and Saskatchewan
Health Authority public health officials confirm that contact tracing investigation is underway.

Customers who shopped or bought gas at the following locations
and date are advised to SELF-MONITOR daily for symptoms of COVID-19.
 Fire Creek Gas Station in Saskatoon – May 4
 Co-Op Gas Bar, La Ronge – May 4 -11
 Robertson Store, La Ronge – May 11
 Keethanow Supermarket, La Ronge – May 5-8
 Keethanow Gas Bar, La Ronge – May 4
 Craving Restaurant La Ronge – May 1-9.

Symptoms of COVID-19 include:
 Fever
 Headache
 Chills
 Cough
 Shortness of breath
 Sore throat
 Runny nose
 Diminished sense of smell or taste.

They should self-isolate IMMEDIATELY and call HealthLine 811 or their community health centre for evaluation and advice if they develop any of those symptoms. Self-isolation is an important way of preventing COVID-19 from spreading in Saskatchewan.

For more information of COVID-19 visit: https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/healthcareadministration-and-provider-resources/treatment-procedures-andguidelines/emerging-public-healthissues/2019-novel-coronavirus

Announcements, Information

May 14, 2020 Re: COVID 19 Update – LLRIB Emergency Control Group

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May 14, 2020

Re: COVID 19 Update – LLRIB Emergency Control Group

With today’s announcement of a presumptive case identified in the Lac La Ronge area, the LLRIB Emergency Control Group is once again reminding the public to adhere to all guidelines and take all preventative, personal measures in regards to the COVID 19 pandemic. We would also like to thank those who are following all of the recommendations from LLRIB Emergency Control Group, this has been difficult for all of us and we commend you for your commitment to ensuring you and your families stay healthy and safe.

While this news may be alarming, we wish to assure the community all precautionary steps have been taken to address the situation as it evolves. It’s important to remember, all public health orders remain in effect and measures to stop the spread of COVID-19 must still be followed. We would also like to remind band members to continue being diligent and continue doing your part to keep yourself, your family and our community safe. We appreciate that people want to be outdoors as spring weather is now here, however we must remind you we still remain under restrictions. Again, please adhere to the following:

 Stay home and in your yard as much as possible
 Maintain social distancing guidelines (six feet or two metres from others)
 Avoid situations of gathering in groups (no more than 10 and limit to close family contacts)
 Avoid non-essential travel outside of the community
Monitor yourself for any flu-like symptoms

We also strongly encourage you to continue practicing “social/physical distancing” by limiting all forms of social interactions. Gatherings are limited to a maximum of 10 people (excluding family members living in the same household). Large public and private gatherings – indoors and outdoors – are still prohibited. Avoid all forms of social gatherings such as house parties, card games, home bingos, etc. The importance of social distancing cannot be emphasized enough and is a seriously urgent matter to adhere to.

In terms of going outside, you are encouraged to be outside on your own property, including your backyard or balcony, as long as you are not physically interacting within the set parameters. You may go outdoors, but only if you are asymptomatic and can maintain the required social distance of two metres at all times. You must maintain proper hand hygiene and avoid contact with shared surfaces (handrails, outdoor playground equipment, etc). Where possible, avoid all shared spaces and public places where you cannot maintain this distance.

Again, as a collective group, we want to assure the LLRIB membership that we are working very hard on your behalf during this challenging and unprecedented time.

Respectfully,

LLRIB Emergency Control Group

Josephine Greyeyes – Emergency Coordinator

Kevin Roberts – Communications Coordinator

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Announcements

May 11, 2020 – *RE: Income Assistance COVID 19 Additional Assistance*

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May 11, 2020
*RE: Income Assistance COVID 19 Additional Assistance*
COVID 19 Additional Assistance will be provided for all La Ronge, Hall Lake and Sucker River Income Assistance clients for the month of May.

This assistance will be in the form of a purchase order. Each adult will receive $150 to purchase groceries and cleaning supplies.

La Ronge clients will have their PO sent to Keethanow Store. Hall Lake clients will have their PO sent to Hall Lake Gas Bar and Sucker River clients will have their PO sent to Sucker River Store.

There is no need to call in to register for this additional assistance. If you are an active income assistance client, you will receive it.

Purchase orders will be released to the stores Tuesday, May 13, 2020. There is no need to pick up PO slips at the Social Development office.

Social Development Staff

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Announcements

Donations from Giant Tiger – May 4, 2020

Donations from Giant Tiger – May 4, 2020

The Lac La Ronge Indian Band wishes to thank the organizations that continue to provide donations for band members experiencing difficulties during this unprecedented time, COVID-19. Giant Tiger gives donations of clothing; they had also previously donated 750 loaves of bread to LLRIB. We are very grateful for all donations!!!
The clothing will be distributed to families later this week along with some packages of activity kits for children which were donated by the Keethanow Gas Bar. Some of the items will also be donated to the LLRIB Health Services, pre-natal program.

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Announcements

May 2, 2020 – Public Notice: Due to the COVID – 19 outbreaks within the northern region of Saskatchewan

Public Notice

May 2, 2020

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Due to the COVID – 19 outbreaks within the northern region of Saskatchewan, including the Prince Albert Victoria Union Hospital, La Loche and Beauval areas:

Effective immediately, the Lac La Ronge Indian Band Emergency Control Group (LLRIB ECG) is Mandating that, any persons who have been to any of these areas or who are returning to the community from out of province, Self-Isolate for 14 days.

This mandate is being implemented to limit the spread of COVID – 19 through possible community transmission.

We understand that during these difficult times, the information is sometimes overwhelming but it is in the best interest of all of our communities that we limit outside exposure and travel only when it is necessary to do so.

If you have traveled to any of these areas and are experiencing symptoms such as:
• Fever
• New or sudden cough
• Shortness of breath

To speak to a Registered Nurse and complete an assessment for a referral to be tested, Contact 811 or Jeannie Bird Clinic Monday-Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (306) 425-1720.

Kevin Roberts
Communications Coordinator
LLRIB ECG

Josephine Greyeyes
Emergency Response Coordinator
LLRIB ECG

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