You won’t be able to pick out any new threads at the mall while the Manitoba public health order that mandates the closure of non-essential businesses to curb the spread of COVID-19 remains in effect — but you can get your lawn cut.
The list of businesses or services that are considered essential and can remain open in Manitoba as of April 1 — 74 in total — includes the health care, banking and telecommunications sectors, the food service industry, public utilities and grocery stores.
But some of the services on the list might surprise you, like office supply stores, dry cleaning businesses and lawn care services. [ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ] Meanwhile, other retailers and wholesalers can