Saskatchewan , the provincial capital of Regina , Canada , announced a state of emergency with several restrictions due to the coronavirus pandemic .
The same day , the provincial capital of Regina , Saskatchewan also declared a state of emergency with stricter restrictions taking effect for seven days , banning all public meetings larger than 5 people or more ( outside of home or workplace , or essential services ) , ordering the closure of non-essential retail stores in specific categories to in-person shopping ( including clothing , furniture , games , sporting goods , and toys ) effective March 23 , and the immediate closure of all restaurants , bars , and nightclubs not offering takeout service , and dentists to non-emergency procedures .
2020 coronavirus pandemic in Canada