The Weyburn Chamber of Commerce expressed strong support for the targeted approach the Government of Saskatchewan has taken to address rising cases across the province. The province introduced additional public health measures on December 14, as Saskatchewan residents and businesses prepare for the holiday season. Several important measures were announced to help reduce the spread of COVID-19.
鈥淐OVID-19 is a real and present danger to human life and as a business community we see the human cost as the priority. We all owe an extra debt of gratitude to our healthcare workers who continue to work diligently to care for their patients and ensure facility safety,鈥� said Twila Walkeden, executive director of the Weyburn Chamber of Commerce.
鈥淭he impacts of COVID-19 have been felt by many private sector businesses that have had to deal with laying off staff, adjust to revenue losses or having to close altogether. It鈥檚 clear that a community support effort to keep them operating is needed.鈥�
鈥淩eturning to a widespread, large-scale lockdown would be catastrophic to Saskatchewan jobs, Saskatchewan families, and on the viability of Saskatchewan businesses 鈥� even with new and extensive government intervention.鈥�
鈥淭he societal, and economic harm would have lasting, irreversible impacts. Focused and strategic regulations that will curb the spread of COVID-19, while allowing businesses that are operating safely to keep their doors open, must be followed.鈥�
鈥淥ur Weyburn businesses have already experienced unprecedently challenges and the Weyburn Chamber of Commerce will continue to serve and support our members going forward,鈥� said Walkeden.
The Weyburn Chamber of Commerce is calling on all Saskatchewan residents to follow the restrictions and guidelines set out by the public health experts.
In addition, as the community enters the holiday season, the Chamber asks Saskatchewan residents to support local businesses wherever possible. 鈥淏uying from a local store is supporting your neighbor, your family member, your friend and ultimately the small businesses that drive our economy. Let鈥檚 all do our part by both supporting our businesses and maintaining safety for our community.鈥�
