The Vancouver Canucks announced on Sunday night that a full-time office staff member has tested positive for the coronavirus.
鈥淓arlier today, Canucks Sports & Entertainment staff were updated that a member of our full-time office staff has tested positive for COVID-19,鈥� said Trent Carroll, COO, Canucks Sports & Entertainment, in a statement via the team鈥檚 Twitter account.
鈥淭he diagnosed individual is receiving care, observing 14-day self-quarantine guidelines and is feeling better. Anyone who may have had contact with the individual have been notified and are also observing self-quarantine for precautionary reasons. As a result, CSE鈥檚 offices are closed tomorrow and employees are preparing to work from home wherever possible. We are receiving guidance from the health authorities on next steps.鈥�
Statement from Trent Carroll, COO, Canucks Sports & Entertainment. https://t.co/tE2gLjYMXT
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The statement said the individual 鈥渄oes not have a fan-facing role and is not in contact with the players, hockey operations personnel or Rogers Arena part-time events staff. Therefore the Public Health Authority has confirmed the public risk of exposure is low.鈥�
鈥淐SE is taking continued, proactive steps to be a responsible member of our community, observing the impact of events and interactions, for the greater good of the health and safety of Metro Vancouver,鈥� the statement read. 鈥淲e continue to urge everyone to focus on their health and appreciate their patience and understanding during this time.鈥�
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