Winnipeg, MB – Statement from Mayor Bowman in response to the first local loss of life related to COVID-19:
“Today, we are grieving the first local loss of life related to COVID-19. We’re in this together and we are grieving together. Our deepest condolences to the friends and family of the deceased.
The tragic news of this loss of life is a stark reminder of the gravity of the global pandemic we are facing together. It reinforces how essential it is for all of us, as Winnipeggers, to diligently follow the direction of our health care and emergency professionals.
Our community will get through this by remaining vigilant and supporting each other.”