Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

“I won’t sugar coat reality– the truth is we still face the most severe economic conditions since the Great Depression of the 1930s, and it will take heroic effort and determination to get Alberta working and growing again,” said Alberta Premier Jason Kenney.

2,161 people have recovered from the virus

New COVID-19 public health order allows up to two people at a time to visit a person who is dying

Later this week, officials will begin announcing measures to “gradually, prudently” move toward more “economic and social activity,” Kenney said.

Community leaders say

Additional screening of evacuees uncertain as 200 flood victims arrive in Lac La Biche County. Fort McMurray now has 15 active cases of Coronavirus.

Alberta has 216 new cases of the coronavirus and two more deaths

“Shelters are more than a bed. Our members, including the Capella Centre, are trained to help women assess their danger levels and create safety plans. We encourage anyone experiencing violence or abuse to call their local women’s shelter."

So far, 1,471 people have recovered.