Edmonton Masks

• Edmonton drops mandatory mask bylaw as province introduces legislation to limit COVID-19 rule-making

  During a special council meeting, Edmonton councillors voted 8-5 in favour of rescinding the city's face coverings bylaw after a lengthy discussion on the topic.

  Politics

  Mar 8, 2022
  
• ‘We’ll go out less’: Immunocompromised Albertans prepare for lifting of COVID-19 restrictions

  At midnight on Tuesday, big changes are coming to Alberta for COVID-19 restrictions. But a nearly-wide open province doesn't feel that way for some.

  Health

  Feb 28, 2022
  
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• ‘Rolling the dice’: Why are some Albertans ignoring COVID-19 rules as cases rise?

  'If you think your rights are more important, you might end up killing somebody,' said Alex Archbold, whose father-in-law died of COVID-19.

  Health

  Oct 14, 2020
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• City of Edmonton ends mask-exemption card distribution just 5 days after launch

  "We trust that those with legitimate exemptions have been able to obtain a card up to this point," said a news release from the city.

  Health

  Aug 12, 2020
• City of Edmonton offering mask bylaw exemption cards to those with conditions

  The City of Edmonton has launched an exemption card program meant to help those with conditions that make it difficult to wear a mask identify themselves while in public spaces

  Health

  Aug 9, 2020
• Edmonton businesses look for more tools to enforce mask mandate

  Some business owners feel the City of Edmonton's bylaw puts the onus on staff to enforce it.

  Canada

  Aug 7, 2020
• Edmonton liquor store employee faces racist tirade after customer refuses to wear mask

  A video circulating online captures the man making racist remarks to a store employee.

  Canada

  Aug 4, 2020
• Edmonton residents 80% compliant with new mandatory mask bylaw, city says

  Enforcement officers patrolled 160 areas over the long weekend, including transit, recreation centres, places of worship and businesses.

  Canada

  Aug 4, 2020
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• Edmonton city council passes bylaw to mandate masks in all indoor public spaces

  Edmonton city council has passed a bylaw that will mandate masks or face coverings in all indoor public spaces, as well as on public transit, effective Aug. 1. 

  Health

  Jul 29, 2020
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• COVID-19: Edmonton to make masks mandatory in city-operated facilities, on public transit

  Edmonton has moved to make masks mandatory in all city-owned and operated amenities, attractions and services, including on public transit.

  Health

  Jul 23, 2020