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RUTH BONNEVILLE / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS Local - Starbucks cups Photo of sign posted in Starbucks store on St. James Street. This is a North American wide ban that started at this store today. (Thursday) "We are temporarily pausing the use of reusable cups in care of our customers and partners. ------ In addition to sanitizing procedures in all our stores, this is one more step we can all take to prevent the spread of Coronavirus (COVID -19). Our commitment to sustainability remains unchanged. Learn more at Starbucks.com/covid-19." Note: This includes the use of Starbucks serving you a Starbucks china cup that is from inside their coffee shop to drink from while sitting inside their store. March 5th, 2020