Sask.'s new proof of vaccination program 'small inconvenience' but 'worth the price,' businesses say
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Saskatchewan's hard-pressed businesses that have fought to stay afloat during the pandemic say the province's proof of vaccination program that will be implemented in a few weeks might pose some challenges for them, but is a better alternative than shutting down again.
On Thursday, Premier Scott Moe announced that effective Oct. 1, a provincial requirement for proof of vaccination or negative COVID-19 test will be implemented to access indoor dining, restaurants, night clubs, bars, movie theaters and other establishments.
Some businesses are exempt, including grocery stores, fast food restaurants, hotels, salons and places of worship.
Masks are also once again mandatory in indoor public spaces, as of Friday.
Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce CEO Steve McLellan, says proof of vaccination might be an "inconvenience" for some businesses, "but much less of an inconvenience than having to close down or to restrict hours, and certainly a lot less than having some of their staff or some of their customers get COVID."
"A small inconvenience is certainly worth the price," he said.
McLellan says businesses will face challenges such as dealing with customers who refuse to wear a mask, show proof of vaccination, or provide negative COVID-19 tests.
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