– quarantines no longer mandatory
Written By Keean Bexte
COVID-19 is officially losing its special status in Alberta, signalling an end to the pandemic in the province. The Chinese Virus will be treated just like the flu and other respiratory diseases in Alberta, according to the latest provincial guidance.
On Wednesday, Premier Jason Kenney’s government took a bold step and announced that quarantines are no longer mandatory for anyone who tests positive for the virus beginning on July 29th.
On August 16th, isolation of any kind is not a legal requirement – even for those with an active COVID infection.
“With strong vaccine uptake, Alberta will gradually bring COVID-19 measures in line with other respiratory viruses to ensure health system capacity for the fall,” claims an Alberta government press release.
“Quarantine for close contacts will shift from mandatory to recommended.”
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