March 16, 2020. It may also help reduce the need for cancellations. "We are working hard to make our campsites available as soon as possible. Parks Canada continues to follow the advice of public health experts to limit the spread of COVID-19, while offering Canadians access to the health and wellness benefits that come from being in natural spaces. Alberta Heath Services COVID-19. Services and information. Please check the Parks Canada national information portal dedicated to COVID-19 for regular updates. COVID-19 info for Albertans; Translated resources; Alberta Biz Connect; Budget, planning, reporting and savings; Employment standards; Parks and recreation; Alberta parks and campgrounds. Here’s what you need to know. Alberta's NDP is calling for an immediate public inquiry into the COVID-19 outbreak at the Olymel pork processing plant in Red Deer. For more details on this mandatory order, visit alberta.ca/covid-19-travel-advice. While some Parks Canada places remain open, others are fully or partially closed in the fall and winter seasons. Please check the Parks Canada national information portal dedicated to COVID-19 for regular updates. Alberta Parks Response to COVID-19 Read our COVID-19 guidelines by clicking this banner before visiting one of our parks. This will give you more time to consider the latest COVID-19 measures. Alberta Parks remain accessible, but facilities, including toilets, playgrounds, picnic shelters, warm-up huts, and winter camping, are closed. Important information about your visit to Waterton Lakes National Park On December 8, 2020 new mandatory measures were implemented by the Government of Alberta to help reduce the spread of Covid … All events and programs have been cancelled. COVID-19 status in your community. Alberta… Now is not the time to visit national or provincial parks. We are monitoring our operations to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and this page is updated as adjustments are made. Parks Canada, and Banff & Lake Louise Hospitality Association (BLLHA) created the Banff & Lake Louise Economic Task Force in May to deliver a phased plan to safely and effectively re-open the economy in Banff National Park, with five specific objectives. Closure - COVID-19 RESPONSE - Facility Closures. Apr 08, 2020 - 1 Minute Read. Restrictions to national and provincial parks have been put in place in response to public safety concerns resulting from COVID-19. Access to visitor facilities and services may be limited. COVID-19 created a record rush to provincial campgrounds in 2020, and Alberta Parks doesn't expect the numbers to ease at all this year when online bookings open on March 4. "Alberta Parks continues to assess COVID-19 impacts to the summer camping season," reads an email from parks management. See a list of active cases by region. Alberta’s chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw provides an update on the COVID-19 situation in the province. Parks Canada continues to monitor and adapt to the ongoing COVID … Learn more about COVID-19 in your community, including whether added measures are in place to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. Travel Alberta. Alberta Environment and Parks says last year was the busiest camping season the province has seen to date. Please check the websites of specific locations before you visit. Explore and find information on Alberta's provincial park system and information and resources on camping in Alberta.