Some Selkirk, Man., residents took to the streets to help the city’s elderly celebrate Mother’s Day while the COVID-19 pandemic has left families unable to see each other.
About 40 vehicles, including city fire trucks and an ambulance, took a parade route around the small city north of Winnipeg. “They can’t be with their family and loved ones at this time either, they’re all in self-isolation,” said parade organizer Teri Riley. “We just wanted them to know they’re a big part of the community and they’re not forgotten about.” The parade group got started about a month ago as a way to help kids celebrate their birthdays while in isolation. [ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ] “It’s nice that we can do