New COVID-19 restrictions kick in across Alberta
It's the first day with Alberta’s latest restrictions in effect. City officials have implemented further rules to limit the spread of COVID-19, while urging residents to stay at home.
Posted Dec 13, 2020 12:01 am.
Last Updated Dec 14, 2020 6:46 am.
CALGARY (660 NEWS) – New COVID-19 restrictions are now in effect across Alberta.
Effective immediately, all bars and restaurants are closed to in-person dining. As well, gyms, arenas and casinos are closed.
Here’s the complete list of restrictions:
- Bars and restaurants – closed to in-person dining
- Gyms, arenas, and casinos – closed
- Malls and stores – reduced to 15% capacity
- Places of worship – reduced to 15% capacity
- Working from home now mandatory for those able to do so
- Holiday gatherings limited to members of the same household, or with two close contacts for those living alone
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The restrictions will remain in place for at least four weeks.
The province has indicated if these measures do not help curb the spread of COVID-19, additional restrictions may have to be implemented.
