The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) has given Caronport-based business The Beacon a fine of $14,000 for allegedly breaching public health violations.
The Beacon is a gas station, convenience store and restaurant that operates in the village.
The SHA issued the fine during the week of Oct. 25, accusing the business of failing to screen visitors for proof of vaccination or a negative test.
The province has previously said that if a business intentionally allows people to access its venue without providing proof of vaccination or testing as required, then the business is in violation of public health orders and can be subject to a ticket.
The current mandate orders all restaurants to ask customers for proof of vaccination — also known as a vaccine passport — or negative COVID-19 test before they can seat patrons. Furthermore, customers must always wear masks except when eating, drinking or at their table.
The Beacon is the first Moose Jaw area business to be fined under the current medical health order.
