Province to enforce self-isolation for travellers

MACLEOD GAZETTE | Posted on March 25 2020

Province to enforce self-isolation for travellers

The Alberta government on Thursday made it mandatory for travellers returning from outside of Canada to self-isolate. Community peace officers, in addition to police, can now issue tickets to enforce COVID-19 public health orders. “We must do everything we can to protect Albertans through this pandemic,” Premier Jason Kenney said during a news conference. “While...Continue Reading

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    People in Fort Macleod and district who have symptoms and think they may have COVID-19 should call Health Link at 811. If their symptoms match the criteria, Health Link will advise on their next steps regarding testing.

    Most recent updates below.

    • There are 358 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Alberta, including one in Claresholm.
    • Since yesterday, 31 new cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Alberta, bringing the total to 226. Sixteen cases are suspected to be as a result of community transmission. The rest are travel-related.
    • Canada and the United States have an agreement that will restrict non-essential travel across the border, including for tourism and recreation. Canadian and American citizens and permanent residents who are currently visiting each other's country can still return home.
    • Forty-nine new cases of COVID-19 have been reported in Alberta, bringing the total Friday afternoon to 195. On a positive note, three people who contracted the virus have been identified as recovered.
    • Fort Macleod Fish and Game has cancelled its awards banquet set for Saturday, March 28.
    • The Empress Theatre in Fort Macleod is closed.
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