Coronavirus (COVID-19) - Lakeland News and Information

Friday marked one year of COVID-19 in Alberta

“Despite the changes, challenges and losses we have encountered, we have proven just how resilient Albertans are.”

Mar 6, 2021 12:15 PM Read more >

Alberta start-ups lead the way in COVID-19 testing and treatment

Nanotechnology boosts domestic supply for COVID-19 testing

Mar 6, 2021 11:15 AM Read more >

COVID-19 surging in northern Alberta communities

"In the northeast quadrant of the province, which is one half of the North health zone, we certainly see very significant increases.”

Mar 5, 2021 2:45 PM Read more >

COVID-19 variant causes first continuing care outbreak

"This is a reminder that of course we are not out of the woods yet with respect to COVID-19 and the rapid spread that is possible with the variant."

Mar 5, 2021 1:45 PM Read more >

COVID-19 vaccine for those under 75 starting next week

With the new vaccine roll out strategy, the provincial government expects everyone in Alberta over the age of 18 to have their first dose by the end of June.

Mar 5, 2021 11:45 AM Read more >

First doses of vaccine expected for all Albertans by early summer

"This change will significantly increase how quickly we can offer Albertans the protection of their first dose."

Mar 4, 2021 11:15 AM Read more >

'If you operate a gym, you can be open:' Shandro

"There has been considerable confusion around what is allowed and what is not allowed," Shandro said.

Mar 3, 2021 12:45 PM Read more >

Alberta campgrounds appear headed for another busy year

Online bookings for provincial sites begin March 4

Mar 2, 2021 1:15 PM Read more >

Restrictions on indoor fitness, libraries eased in Alberta

Effective immediately, libraries will be able to open at 15 per cent of their fire-code capacity, excluding staff, and low-intensity individual and group workouts for adults will be able to start up again.

Mar 2, 2021 11:45 AM Read more >

'Enormous demand' expected for immunizations: Hinshaw

“This is a massive expansion for our province and a big step forward. If you're 74 and turning 75 this year, you are eligible for the vaccine."

Feb 24, 2021 11:45 AM Read more >