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Brian Pallister’s sister dies while Manitoba premier leads province through coronavirus pandemic

Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister speaks during a COVID-19 livestreamed press conference at the Manitoba legislature in Winnipeg, Tuesday, March 31, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/John Woods

Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister lost his sister the same day the province announced the loosening of restrictions amid the novel coronavirus pandemic.

A short obituary posted online states that Peggy Tidsbury, 60, died in Portage la Prairie, Man., with her family by her side on Wednesday.

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Pallister confirmed his sister’s passing Thursday.

A celebration of Tidsbury’s life will happen at a later date, the obituary said.

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