COVID-19 in Edmonton

Our community has questions about Edmonton's response to and experience of the pandemic. We're keeping a running list of answers, curated from reliable sources.

Entries tagged economy


Why is everything opening up if we have more cases than when the lockdown started?

Alberta succeeded in flattening the curve of infections, and the province wants to reopen its economy.


 economy, edmonton, health, community
 published on Thursday, July 16, 2020
 updated


What resources are in place to help families who are staying home?

There is support available for those who need help with food, finances, mental health and more.


 community, economy
 published on Wednesday, May 20, 2020
 updated


What are the likely timelines for reopening?

There is a three-stage plan to relaunch Alberta’s economy.


 business, community, economy
 published on Monday, May 11, 2020
 updated


How are local businesses being affected?

Edmonton businesses are struggling, with 50% indicating they may shut down.


 business, community, economy
 published on Friday, April 17, 2020
 updated


For the latest updates on the COVID-19 pandemic, see edmonton.ca/covid19, alberta.ca/covid19, canada.ca/covid19, and the World Health Organization.