Bush Camp Safety during COVID-19

Because of COVID-19 and its variants:

• Anyone coming from an Area of Risk should be tested for COVID-19 on Day 1, 3, and 5 after their return. This testing is part of Step 3 of the deconfinement management plan.
• Testing is also recommended for people before they travel to their bush camps.
• People are required to wear a mask during airlift (by plane or helicopter). 

The COVID-19 virus can spread fast. To prevent an outbreak in a camp:

• Get vaccinated, or update your vaccines and boosters before heading out to camp. 
• Respect physical distancing (2 metres/6 feet) from people not staying at your camp).
• Wear a mask around people you don't live with, if your can't maintain physical distance
• Cough and sneeze into your elbow or tissue.
• Wash your hands often or use hand sanitizer.
• Disinfect surfaces.
• Air out your cabin often.

• Be sure to have a box of medical masks in case someone develops symptoms.
• Pick up rapid test kits in your community to bring to camp. Find out where they are available from your Cree Nation council or PSO.
• Be cautious when visiting or entertaining guests who aren't part of your regular household. 
• If you are attending a feast in the bush, wear a mask, keep your distance and wash/sanitize your hands often.