Buffalo Point First Nation Covid-19 Pandemic Response

Community Update

Updated August 27, 2021

Buffalo Point First Nation wishes to assure all guests, employees, families, and community residents we are taking this Covid-19 pandemic seriously and your health and safety remains our top priority.

To appropriately plan and respond to the current Covid-19 pandemic, a Communicable Disease Emergency Planning & Response Team was established with Linda Green – Health Manager and Lynn Prevost R.N. B.N. HCC Nurse Coordinator appointed as co-coordinators. The team meets regularly and Lynn & Linda participate in regional health, provincial, and First Nation Inuit & Health Branch (FNIHB) collaborative meetings to ensure we are up to date and implementing measures based on best practice, scientific evidence, and Public health orders/advice.

Buffalo Point will continue to provide Covid-19 community specific updates and important information as needed on the following IT platforms:

• Buffalo Point Health Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/buffalopointmb/
• Buffalo Point Health Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/bphealth_2020/
• Buffalo Point First Nation Website at buffalopoint-firstnation.ca
• Buffalo Point Resort Website at buffalopoint.ca
• Buffalo Point Resort Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/buffalopointmb/
• Buffalo Point Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/buffalopointmb/

Should you have any questions or wish additional information in regard to Buffalo Point’s Covid-19 pandemic plan please contact:

• Lynn or Linda (for Covid-19 health & social support questions) phone: 204-437-3001
• Danette (for Covid-19 administrative questions not related to health or social support) phone: 204-437-2133

Covid-19 Provincial Response Level Lowered to Code Yellow (Caution) – Low to Moderate Risk of COVID-19 Spread

Please be reminded that Buffalo Point First Nations is implementing provincial Public Health orders/recommendations including fundamental prevention and safety measures.

As we are all in this together, please join us in helping to decease the transmission of this virus in our community by:

• Refraining from visiting Buffalo Point if you have travelled outside of Manitoba and/or Canada or been in contact with anyone diagnosed with or isolating due to Covid-19 if you have not received 2 doses of the Covid-19 vaccine with the second dose being at least 14 days ago.
• Staying at home if you or any member of your family is ill and/or getting tested for Covid-19.
• Practicing social distancing indoors and outdoors.
• Wearing non-medical masks in indoor public places.
• Obtaining your first and second Covid-19 vaccines as soon as possible.
• Washing your hands frequently and thoroughly and practicing cough etiquette.

Additional Information on Public Health recommendations and orders can be found at: https://www.gov.mb.ca/covid19/.

Thanking you in advance for your patience and cooperation as we maneuver through these trying and unprecedented times!

Stay Safe & Stay Healthy

Fire & Water Bistro – Restaurant + Lounge

• Hours are posted below this COVID-19 statement.
• Wearing non-medical masks is mandatory in all indoor public places.
• As of Sept 3, 2021, proof of full vaccination will again be required.  You may be asked for your name and contact information.
• Guests are asked to remain seated as much as possible, avoid socializing between tables and to maintain a distance of 2 meters or more away from others when away from their table.
• VLT Gaming Room open with limited capacity.
  • 2 metres of distancing OR non-permeable physical barriers placed between all video lottery machines.

   

Buffalo Point Cabin Rentals

• Front Desk hours are posted below this COVID-19 statement
• Please call 204-437-2777 or email reservations@buffalopoint.mb.ca for service
• Users must bring the following items for their stay:
  • Dishes cutlery, and cups
  • Hand sanitizer and personal hygiene products
  • Limited cooking utensils, a pot and a pan will be available.
• We are practicing a no contact check-in/check-out policy; this means we will be taking payment via phone (204)437-2777 and charging your booking at that time. There is no need to check in at the Resort Centre, your keys will be left in your cabin.
• Extra sanitizing of cabins will be implemented after a guest has checked out.
• To limit contact and ensure staff and patron safety, we will not be entering your cabin during your stay to provide a daily turndown service (towel exchange, garbage disposal, touch-up cleaning etc…).

Lake of the Sandhills Golf

• Hours are posted below this COVID-19 statement.
• Wearing non-medical masks is mandatory in all indoor public places.
• Please wash and sanitize your hands frequently (hand sanitizer is available at entrance/exit for public and staff use
• Please practice social distancing (minimum of 2 meters) when indoors at the golf course.
• Please follow the signage regarding the entrance and exit areas of the Golf Course check-in and the Fire and Water Bistro
• Tap debit and credit card payment is preferred. Cash transactions will be limited.
• Please refrain from visiting Lake of the Sandhills Golf Course if you:
  • are ill or experiencing symptoms of Covid-19 e.g. cough, fever, shortness of breath, etc.
  • if you have travelled outside of Manitoba and/or Canada or been in contact with anyone diagnosed with or isolating due to Covid-19 if you have not received 2 doses of the Covid-19 vaccine with the second dose being at least 14 days ago
• Rental golf clubs will not be permitted
• Golfers should arrive no earlier than 10 minutes prior to the scheduled tee time
• Score cards and pencils will be provided on your power cart rental or at the check-in desk
• Power cart users must return cart to designated cart return area and remove ALL garbage from their cart prior to exiting
• Each group is not to tee off prior to their scheduled tee time
• Only touch your own personal items-this includes golf balls, clubs, and golf bags
• High contact areas such as ball washers and bunker rakes have been removed
• Flag sticks are to remain in the cups and not to be touched
• Handshakes, high fives, and any other touching gestures are not permitted before, during and after your round
• On course washrooms will be open and will be frequently disinfect
• Marshalls and golf course staff will monitor for compliance, those found in breach of the rules and regulations will be dealt with accordingly.

Buffalo Bay Camping

• No Contact check-in will be put into effect. Your credit will be charged on day of check-in.
• There is no need to check-in at the Marina Store.
• Social distancing must be followed unless from the same household
• Guests must bring their own toilet paper, hand sanitizer and other personal hygiene products to the campground.
• People who are travelling to a campground:
  • Bring required prescription drugs and medical supplies before leaving for your stay.
  • Gas up before leaving your home area.
  • Pack out what was packed in; leave no trace of your stay.
  • Avoid using local health providers unless it is an emergency.
• Please practice social distancing of at least 2 meters while in the Marina store.
• Garbage to be disposed of at one of the garbage bins located throughout the campground.

Buffalo Bay Marina and Convenience Store 

• Hours are posted below this COVID-19 statement.
• Wearing non-medical masks is mandatory in all indoor public places.
• Please practice social distancing of at least 2 meters while in the store.
• Sanitize hands upon entering.
• Please call (204)437-2402 for more information.
• ** Fishing & Hunting Licenses are now available to purchase online for your convenience (https://www.manitobaelicensing.ca/licensing.page)

Buffalo Point Health & Wellness

• All business conducted will be by appointment only. Please call (204)437-3001 for more information.
  • Masks are required during all appointments at the Buffalo Point Health building.
  • Thank you for providing and wearing your own mask during your appointment.
  • Check Buffalo Point First Nation Health & Wellness Facebook for updates (https://www.facebook.com/buffalopointhealth/).

Buffalo Point Administration/Museum

• All business will be conducted by appointment only. Please call 204-437-2133 to book an appointment.
• Masks are required for anybody entering the building, staff and otherwise.
  • Thank you for providing and wearing your own mask.
  • All bill payments, with the exception of property taxes, can be made over the phone (204)437-2777 or use drop box located outside the building.

Buffalo Point Maintenance

• Access to the Buffalo Point Maintenance Shop limited. Masks recommended in all indoor facilities.
  • Please call (204)437-2688 to arrange for services.
  • Hours of operation are 8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday.
  • Services and job will be limited and prioritized by needs and safety