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A positive case of COVID-19 was found in Cando Community School, south of The Battlefords. (File Photo/paNOW Staff)
Positive Case

COVID-19 case found in Living Sky School Division

Oct 16, 2020 | 9:55 AM

A positive case of COVID-19 has been identified in the Living Sky School Division.

The case has been diagnosed in an individual in Cando Community School, located in the hamlet of Cando, 48 kilometres south of North Battleford. In a statement, Living Sky said they are working closely with Public Health staff to ensure measures are in place to protect students and staff, including a deep cleaning/sanitizing of the school and contacting anyone who may have been in close contact with the case. This is in addition to previously implemented measures, such as mask wearing and encouraging proper hygiene. At this time, Cando Community remains open.

In the statement, Living Sky also reminded anyone entering schools to self monitor for any signs or symptoms of COVID-19 and to make sure to stay home if symptoms are detected. Anyone looking for further information regarding can call HealthLine 811 and visit the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health website.

To protect the privacy of the individual, Living Sky is not sharing any further details at this time.