REGINA -- Public spaces around the Queen City are being affected by concerns over COVID-19.
At this time there have been no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Regina. Two presumptive cases have been detected in Saskatoon.
Here is how Regina’s public spaces are responding:
Mackenzie Art Gallery
The Mackenzie Art Gallery will be temporarily closed until further notice.
All previously scheduled programs and events have also been postponed.
Any advanced or online tickets purchased will be accepted when it re-opens.
The gallery said there have been no COVID-19 cases associated with the Mackenzie Art Gallery but these preventative measures are being taken to reduce the risk of spreading the virus.
Saskatchewan Science Centre
The Saskatchewan Science Centre will also be closing its doors.
As of Friday evening, all programs, events, IMAX theatre films and retail services have been cancelled.
The Science Centre said the closure will help the community with social distancing.
Royal Saskatchewan Museum
The Royal Saskatchewan Museum has closed temporarily as of March 17.
Western Development Museum
Western Development Museum locations in Moose Jaw, Saskatoon, North Battleford and Yorkton also remain open.
The museum has increased cleaning in high traffic areas within its buildings.
Any catering and rental deposits for events that need to be cancelled because of COVID-19 concerns will be refunded.
Some demonstrations have been cancelled to promote social distancing. Staff have also been asked to stay home if they feel sick.
RCMP Heritage Centre
The RCMP Heritage Centre is also closed for the time being.
The facility will not be accepting any facility rentals or educational program bookings for the months of March, April and May.
If any pre-booked rentals or educational programming will be affected by this closure, you can contact the Heritage Centre with any concerns.
