Buffalo Point First Nation Covid-19 Pandemic Response

Community Update

Updated Dec. 21, 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 Heightened to Code ORANGE – RESTRICTED of Pandemic Response Plan

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.
• Limiting private indoor gatherings to 10 additional people plus household members if all are fully vaccinated or 5 additional people plus household members if any one of the individuals (including household members) are eligible but not vaccinated (Youth aged 12 and under are exempt).
• Limiting private outdoor gatherings to 20 additional people plus household members if all are fully vaccinated or 10 additional people plus household members if any one of the individuals (including household members) are eligible but not vaccinated (Youth aged 12 and under are exempt).
• 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 and/or boosters as soon as you are eligible.
• 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.
• Bistro and Lounge limited to 50% capacity.
• Proof of full vaccination for all those aged 12 years and older is 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 at 50% 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

• Closed for the season, thank you for the support. See you in 2022!

Buffalo Bay Marina and Convenience Store 

• Only 7 individuals (50% capacity) in store at one time.
• 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