Yukon reports another COVID-19 death, 26 new cases

Another Yukon resident has died ofCOVID-19, the Yukon government announced Friday, as the territory also reported 26 new cases.

"I am very sad to report another COVID-19 death here in the Yukon. My deepest sympathies go out to the family and friends of this individual," said acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliottin a news statement.

No details on the deceased were provided.

It marks the 15th Yukon resident to die due to the virussince the start of the pandemic. The first COVID-related death in Yukon was reported in October 2020.

There are currently 106 active cases of COVID-19 in the territory.

The territory also announced new public health restrictions as a result of the growing case count.

This includes limiting indoor gatherings to a maximum of 10 people from two separate householdsand limiting outdoor gatherings to a maximum of 25from three separatehouseholds.

The rules also say patrons must be vaccinated to attend restaurants, bars or clubs, witha maximum of six people per table.

Recreation and leisure sites must reduce capacity to either 50 per cent ora maximum of 25 people, whichever is less,andrequire proof of vaccinationfor access.

Public saunas and steam rooms are not allowed to operate.