“Thank you to all Nova Scotians for taking this virus seriously. If we remain vigilant, we’ll be able to ease more restrictions and bring some normalcy back to our lives,” said Strang.
“Everyone has been following public health’s guidelines, keeping our case numbers headed in the right direction, and that’s why Nova Scotia families can reconnect this weekend.”Following Friday, when four more Northwood residents died from the virus and seven new cases were announced, the numbers are promising.To date, Nova Scotia has 35,703 negative test results.52 active cases in the province
Of the 52 active cases, 44 are connected to long-term care homes. Thirty-six of those active cases are at the Northwood long-term care facility in Halifax, which currently has 25 residents and nine staff members with active cases of COVID-19.This leaves eight active cases of COVID-19 outside long-term care homes.
“Whatever you do this weekend, whether reconnecting with family or chatting with friends from a distance, please do it safely. Continue to follow the rules and don’t take risks,” said McNeil. “Our actions this weekend and every day going forward, will determine how quickly we can reopen our province in the weeks and months to come.”
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