Canada to require all arriving air passengers to show negative COVID-19 test Face shields are not an alternative to masks in Manitoba, said the province.“Officials advise that 44 of the 51 $1,296 tickets issued last week were in relation to gatherings in private residences,” said the province.“As New Year’s Eve approaches, Manitobans are reminded that public health orders remain in effect throughout the holidays and must be followed to reduce the spread of COVID-19.”[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]Since April, 617 tickets have been issued by Manitoba officers and officials, and have brought in more than $919,000 in fines.Manitoba public health officials are reporting 2 additional deaths in people.