More than eight-in-ten Manitobans support the idea of making face masks mandatory in public spaces, according to a poll released Wednesday, including six-in-ten who "strongly" support the idea.

CUPE is calling for more action to ensure coronavirus safety protocols are enforced on school buses when schools reopen in Manitoba Sept. 8.

Premier Scott Moe's office says 24 out of the province's 27 school divisions have confirmed they will enforce mandatory masking policies when classes resume on Sept. 8.

Saskatoon Mayor Charlie Clark took to social media to echo calls from Regina Mayor Michael Fougere for consistent mask rules across the province.

The mayor has hinted a mandatory mask or face covering bylaw will be discussed, as he called on the government of Saskatchewan to implement their own mask mandate.

Some school divisions are revising back-to-school safety plans to include mask mandates. For some, the increased measures offer a sigh of relief.

Premier Scott Moe says concerns about his government's back-to-school plan are legitimate.

Some business owners feel the City of Edmonton's bylaw puts the onus on staff to enforce it.

On Thursday alone, the community, which numbers around 7,500 people, saw five new cases added to its case total.

The instruction takes effect at 11:59 p.m. Thursday, but businesses have until midnight Aug. 6 to have mask policies in place.