Less than a month ago, the premier said it has potential to be the best summer in Alberta s history. But as April ends, the provincial COVID-19 case outlook has never been bleaker.
CALGARY Less than a month ago, the Premier said it has potential to be the best summer in Alberta s history. But as April ends, the provincial COVID-19 case outlook has never been bleaker. New restrictions announced Thursday will aim to right the ship, but some believe before Alberta can do that, it will need clearer orders from the captain. (Premier Jason Kenney) has mixed his messages, political scientist Keith Brownsey said. It s been a rollercoaster and I think people are concerned that we don t have a government that knows what to do. The latest public health measures were met with mixed reception.
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As restaurants and bars pivot to outdoor dining with the recent closure of indoor service, applications to the city for pop-up patios have already surpassed last season.
With patio-friendly weather expected on the weekend after less than ideal temperatures last weekend Ernie Tsu, president of the Alberta Hospitality Association and owner of Trolley 5 Brewpub on 17th Avenue, hopes the city will expedite the patio application process to give businesses a leg up.
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