Saskatoon, Regina drive-thru COVID-19 testing sites to see expanded hours

A line up of cars waiting for COVID-19 testing in Saskatoon is pictured in this file photo.

SASKATOON — The Saskatchewan Health Authority is expanding drive-thru testing hours in Regina and Saskatoon.

Effective Jan. 2, the Saskatoon site at 3630 Thatcher Avenue will be open seven days a week, according to a news release.

Its hours will be:

The Regina site at the International Trade Centre will have expanded hours, opening each day at 11:30 a.m.

Sites are also open in Prince Albert and Yorkton.

A referral is not required for a drive-thru test, though people must wear a mask and show a health card or alternate government-issued identification.

COVID-19 drive-thru testing sites have modified their hours for the holiday season.