Tla’amin Nation has received no new information on COVID-19 positive cases since Friday, September 25, according to a media release on Tuesday, September 29. At that time, total positive cases since September 7 were reported to be 36.
In order to continue to limit COVID-19 exposure in Tla’amin, as well as limit transmission outside of the community, legislators have extended the state of local emergency order until midnight on October 6. As part of the order, access to Tla’amin will remain restricted to nation residents, approved volunteers and contractors. Tla’amin Legislature will review the order on Friday, October 2, to see if it will be required over the weekend.
The staffed checkpoint at Sliammon Road will remain in effect and Tla’amin will remain under a nightly curfew from 9 pm to 6 am; patrols will continue in order to safeguard the community.
“While we continue to seek official updated case information from local health authorities, the Tla’amin Nation must continue to protect our small, close-knit community by extending the local state of emergency order,” stated Tla’amin hegus Clint Williams. “We are on the path to recovery, and we must ensure that pathway remains clear of any obstacles to our membership. We greatly appreciate everyone’s continued support and patience as we continue our fight against COVID-19.”
Members continue to recover and receive clearance letters from Vancouver Coastal Health, according to the release. Tla’amin Health has reached out to provincial health authorities to confirm recovered case totals. Those contacted by health officials must abide by the mandatory self-isolation protocols and timelines.
Tla’amin Health is hosting a Harm Reduction Pop-up on Wednesday, September 30, from 11 am to 2 pm. Those requiring harm reduction services and supplies can call 604.223.4430 for confidential help.
COVID-19 Testing is available by appointment at Tla’amin Health. For more information on testing, call 604.483.3009.
Tla’amin members with questions or requiring help with grocery essentials can call 604.578.0447.
