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The Government of Alberta currently requires masking in specific settings across the province, including on public transit, at AHS-operated and contracted facilities, and all continuing care settings.
Find information and answers to your questions, and those of your clients and patrons, and posters for use (if you so choose) by businesses and operators of public facilities.
As part of the community effort we encourage you to help educate on the requirement for masks if you choose.
You and your employees are not expected to enforce masking or to have negative interactions with customers. If a customer becomes confrontational, call 911.
Proof is not required if someone claims an exception. Business owners may also sell or provide masks to customers if they choose.
The Government of Alberta currently requires masking in specific settings across the province, including on public transit, at AHS-operated and contracted facilities, and all continuing care settings.
A face covering means any medical or non-medical mask or other face covering that fully covers the nose, mouth, and chin which prevents the spread of respiratory droplets. A face covering can include a cloth face covering like a homemade mask, scarf or a bandana. Note that a plastic face shield is not considered adequate protection unless it wraps around the face and underneath the chin.
We understand that not everyone is able to wear a mask or face covering, so we ask everyone to be kind to those unable to do so. Therefore some exemptions apply:
All other public health measures, as listed below, and those in place for each work area, should still be adhered to regardless if people are wearing a face covering or not. Face coverings are an added layer of protection to help us re-commit to public health measures and protect the safety of others.
Yes, downloadable, printable posters and signs are available on the City’s website.
No - The Government of Alberta currently only requires masking indoors on public transit, at AHS-operated and contracted facilities, and all continuing care settings.
No - The Government of Alberta currently only requires masking on public transit, at AHS-operated and contracted facilities, and all continuing care settings
Yes - The Government of Alberta currently only requires masking on public transit, at AHS-operated and contracted facilities, and all continuing care settings.
Yes they are still permitted.
No, the Government of Alberta currently only requires masking on public transit, at AHS-operated and contracted facilities, and all continuing care settings. It does not apply to business capacity, operational hours or safety requirements.
The Edmonton Economic Recovery Grant is available to help Edmonton businesses modify their operations and recover from COVID-19. It provides local businesses and business organizations with matching microgrants of $1,000 to address costs associated with their COVID-19 response.
If you wish to enforce vaccination status or masking in your business, please consult with your legal representative.
Employers and businesses can make their own decisions about vaccinations for their staff and guests. We encourage anyone considering such a policy to seek appropriate legal advice.
We encourage you to help educate customers on the benefits of masks if you choose. You and your employees are not expected to enforce masking or to have negative interactions with customers. If a customer becomes confrontational, call 911. Proof is not required if someone claims an exemption.
Business owners may also sell or provide masks to customers if they choose.
A face covering is typically a handmade or manufactured mask, bandana or scarf made of cotton or similar fabrics.
A mask is a medical-grade or non-medical grade disposable face mask (also known as a surgical or procedure mask) that has been subject to testing and design standards to ensure they perform as intended.
A face shield typically does not provide adequate protection from the periphery (sides) and cannot be used as an alternative to a non-medical mask when physical distancing cannot be achieved, unless it wraps around the face and underneath the chin.
No - the Government of Alberta currently only requires masking on public transit, at AHS-operated and contracted facilities, and all continuing care settings.
Not at this time, but if that changes, we will make an announcement.
Covering your nose and mouth with a mask or face covering helps reduce the transmission of COVID-19. Wearing the face covering doesn’t just help to protect you, it protects our employees and our other customers, especially those who have pre-existing health conditions.
Although you may prefer to not wear a covering in public, in order to enter this business, a face covering is required unless you meet the exemptions listed. Exemptions can be found at edmonton.ca/masks.
Thank you for letting me know. Enjoy your visit.
I cannot speak to that particular person’s circumstances but there are some exemptions to masking. You can find out more at edmonton.ca/masks.
We’re happy for you to wear a scarf, a bandana, a homemade mask or a medical grade mask. Please make sure it covers your nose, mouth and chin.
Our business is not able to (and not required to) provide masks to every customer. We ask that customers provide their own face covering and put it on before entering this premises.
Download the following sign from edmonton.ca/masks.
You can find more information at edmonton.ca/masks.
