WINNIPEG

Employee at Winnipeg Liquor Mart tests positive for COVID-19

Danton Unger CTVNewsWinnipeg.ca Editorial Producer

Published Tuesday, May 4, 2021 6:05PM CST

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WINNIPEG -- An employee at a Liquor Mart in Winnipeg has tested positive for COVID-19 and was working during their period of communicability.

Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries said the employee last worked at Rivergrove Liquor Mart located at 2615 Main St. on Wednesday, April 28, 2021, from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

It said this would have been during their period of communicability.

"They were not exhibiting symptoms during their shift," Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries said in a public notice. "While at work, the employee was adhering to all safety protocols including proper mask use, hand hygiene and physical distancing."

It said the employee is currently self-isolating.

Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries said anyone showing symptoms related to COVID-19 should self-isolate immediately and call Health Links at 204-788-8200 or 1-888-315-9257.