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       Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe speaks to media after a tour of the COVID-19 mass immunization clinic and drive-thru immunization space at the International Trade Centre in Regina on Feb. 18.

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       Starting today, Saskatchewan residents can download a digital QR code from their eHealth account showing proof of vaccination.

       The government says in a news release that the code – which can be downloaded or printed – replaces the COVID-19 vaccination record that was made available in August but did not include a digital format.

       The province announced last week that proof of vaccination will be required at non-essential businesses – including restaurants, casinos, movie theatres and indoor sports venues – beginning Oct. 1.

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       It won’t be required for civil services, retail or grocery stores, places of worship, hotels or at non-ticketed amateur sporting events.

       Businesses can verify the QR codes on mobile devices using a special app.

       The news release says travellers at international borders will also be able to use the code.

       “This is the next, improved, version of Saskatchewan’s COVID-19 vaccination record,” Health Minister Paul Merriman said in the news release.

       “It has been something that travellers, businesses and organizations have been asking for.”

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