YourAlberta (Government of Alberta)

For the latest COVID-19 case numbers in our province, visit https://www.alberta.ca/covid-19-alberta-data.aspx.

Jan 8 COVID-19 case numbers: Increase of 1,183 cases in the past 24 hours, 1,241 deaths to date 851 in hospital, 135 in ICU 13,628 active cases 94,783 recovered cases... 2,905,255 tests performed by the lab (16,765 in the past 24 hours) More info: https://www.alberta.ca/covid-19-alberta-data.aspx See more

WATCH: Dr. Deena Hinshaw, Chief Medical Officer of Health, explains the decision to return to in-class learning for all students as planned, on Jan. 11. Read Minister LaGrange's letter to parents about the return to in-person learning at https://www.alberta.ca/article-letter-to-parents.aspx

Alberta is declaring a state of public health emergency and putting aggressive measures in place to protect the health system and reduce the rising spread of COVID-19 cases. PUBLIC AND PRIVATE GATHERINGS (PROVINCE-WIDE) Effective immediately, no indoor social gatherings will be permitted. Individuals who live alone may have up to 2 non-household close contacts who are able to visit in their homes. They must be the same two people throughout the duration of these measures....Continue reading

Update from the Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Deena Hinshaw: Over the past 24hrs we have identified 732 new cases & completed approx. 13K tests. Our provincial positivity rate sits at about 5.5% & we have 10K+ active cases. There are 287 people in hospital including 57 in ICU. AHS is working hard to meet demand & has plans to ensure beds for COVID-19 patients are available if needed. AHS can increase hospital spaces by reducing the number of other patients. This means ...Continue reading

LIVE: Joined by Alberta's Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Deena Hinshaw and Health Minister Tyler Shandro to announce new measures to help stop the COVID-19 spike, and ensure we protect both lives and livelihoods.

LIVE update from Alberta’s chief medical officer of health and officials on COVID-19 and the ongoing work to protect public health. The latest information is also available at alberta.ca/covid19

Despite the challenges facing our province, we are showing responsible fiscal management. The mid-year fiscal update projects a deficit for 2020-21 that is $2.8 billion less than last quarter even though the global health crisis, economic recession and low oil prices continue to significantly impact the province’s finances. Taxpayer-supported debt is expected to reach $97.4 billion by the end of the fiscal year, a reduction of more than $2 billion since first quarter. Total e...xpense is virtually unchanged from first quarter but up $5.4 billion from Budget 2020. This is for health care, personal protective equipment, municipal grants, financial supports to Albertans and businesses and stimulus initiatives detailed in the Alberta Recovery Plan. The revenue forecast is $41.4 billion, which is nearly $3 billion higher than first quarter. This increase is due to improved forecasts for non-renewable resource revenue, gaming revenue, investment income and transfers from the federal government. Learn more about the mid-year fiscal update: https://www.alberta.ca/release.cfm

This year, it’s more important than ever to get immunized against influenza. By keeping the number of influenza cases and outbreaks low, you will protect at-risk Albertans and seniors and do your part to help health care workers focus on the COVID-19 response. Learn how to get immunized this year at alberta.ca/influenza

Time to get your flu shot! Influenza immunization is now available at pharmacies, doctor's offices and AHS public health clinics. When you go for your immunization, be sure to follow all public health guidelines, wear a mask and practice physical distancing. Do not attend your appointment if you have been instructed to isolate or quarantine or have any COVID-19 symptoms.... Find out how to get immunized this year at alberta.ca/influenza

Sign up to be notified if there's a change to your region's COVID status. Our online status map shows case numbers and risk levels in each region, as well as info about local health measures. https://www.alberta.ca/maps/covid-19-status-map.html

LIVE at 4:30 - Watch Alberta's Chief Medical Officer of Health and officials provide an update on COVID-19 and the ongoing work to protect public health.

LIVE - Update from Alberta’s chief medical officer of health and officials on COVID-19 and the ongoing work to protect public health. The latest information is also available at alberta.ca/COVID19.

LIVE at 3:30 - Watch Alberta's Chief Medical Officer of Health and officials provide an update on COVID-19 and the ongoing work to protect public health.

Edmonton Zone is seeing a rapid rise in active COVID-19 cases. To stop the spread before it gets out of control, Edmonton and surrounding communities are strongly encouraged to follow voluntary public health measures: Keep family and social gatherings small - no more than 15 people... Wear a mask in all indoor work settings, except when alone in a office or cubicle or there’s an appropriate barrier Limit cohorts to no more than three: core household, school, and one other cohort such as a sport or social group These measures apply to all residents and visitors of Edmonton, Beaumont, Devon, Evansburg, Fort Saskatchewan, Gibbons, Leduc, Morinville, Sherwood Park, Spruce Grove, St. Albert, Stony Plain and Thorsby, among others. More information is available at alberta.ca/covidYEG

Snowy forecasts can mean traffic delays. Even if you’re stuck on the road and late for work, picking up your phone is still distracted driving. If you need to make a call, pull over. Otherwise, you could face a $300 fine and 3 demerit points. https://alberta.ca/distracted-driving.aspx

Albertans in an additional 23 communities impacted by 2020 overland flooding can now apply for financial help through the Disaster Recovery Program. Residents have until December 23 to apply. Funding will help communities, homeowners and business owners recover from uninsurable loss and damages. For more information and to apply: Alberta.ca/DRP

#DYK? Male grizzly bears typically enter their dens during a snowfall in late November. While bears prepare to hibernate, they focus on eating and drinking as m...uch as possible and may not be as observant as usual. It’s important to be bear aware right now: Make plenty of noise and travel in groups. Be aware of your surroundings. Look and listen for bears and their signs. Keep your pet on a leash. Carry bear spray where it's easily accessible and know how to use it.

We’re supporting clean technology development and emissions reduction with a $10M investment in the Lacombe Biorefinery. The facility will be the first in the world to showcase a made-in-Alberta technology called BioRefinex, which turns waste from agriculture and food processing into fertilizer and renewable natural gas. The facility will immediately support up to 80 construction jobs and about 25 full-time jobs in Lacombe and Calgary. It will be 100% sustainable and cut abo...ut 40,000 tonnes of emissions each year which is the same as taking 8,500 cars off the road. We have committed $750M in total funding for projects like this through the industry-funded Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction (TIER) system fund and other public funding. This investment will directly support 3,400 jobs and up to 8,700 jobs when investments from industry and other funding sources are included, with a total of $1.9B being injected into the economy. Learn more: https://www.alberta.ca/release.cfm

MyHealth Records is the fastest way to access COVID-19 test results. When you create an account online, you’ll now be able to see your results as soon they’re available. This access expires if account verification isn’t completed in 30 days, so make sure to finish that step so you can keep using your account in the long term. Albertans 14+ can sign up at https://myhealth.alberta.ca/myhealthrecords. In addition to COVID-19 tests, you can use MyHealth Records to see other common lab results, immunizations, medication history, and other personal health information.

Oct 15 COVID-19 case numbers: Increase of 244 cases, now 288 deaths to date There are 2,738 active cases 18,417 recovered cases 1,583,918 tests performed by the lab (12,721 in the past 24 hours)... Here's more information: https://www.alberta.ca/covid-19-alberta-data.aspx See more

LIVE: Investing $10 million from the TIER fund through Emissions Reduction Alberta to build a clean energy and organic fertilizer facility in Lacombe.

Building a new interchange at QEII Highway and 40th Avenue in Airdrie will create more than 300 jobs and reduce commute times in one of Alberta’s fastest-growing communities. Construction on the interchange could begin in 2021-22 and be complete by 2024. The province will contribute up to $21.1 million for the project, and the City of Airdrie is allocating about $62 million. Provincial funding is part of Alberta’s Recovery Plan. ... Details at https://www.alberta.ca/release.cfm

We must work together to protect each other. Effective immediately, wear a mask in all indoor work settings, except when alone in an office or cubicle safely distanced from others or there’s an appropriate barrier. This is a voluntary public health measure to help stop the rapid rise of COVID-19 in Edmonton and the surrounding communities of Beaumont, Devon, Evansburg, Fort Saskatchewan, Gibbons, Leduc, Morinville, Sherwood Park, Spruce Grove, St. Albert, Stony Plain and Tho...rsby, among others. Learn more: alberta.ca/covidYEG

LIVE: Building New QEII Interchange at 40th Ave in Airdrie