Author: Gateway Gazette Contributor

A significant decline in the number of actives cases of COVID-19 in Calgary and Brooks means both cities can reopen more businesses starting May 25. “I want to thank everyone in Calgary and Brooks for waiting patiently as we worked together to flatten the curve. We will continue to have a staggered approach to relaunch,…

Farmers can connect directly with food service and retail operations to get more farm-fresh food on Albertans’ tables through an enhanced online tool. Agriculture and Forestry provided $81,000 to the Alberta Farm Fresh Producers Association (AFFPA) through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership to enhance its online producer directory. The grant allowed AFFPA to expand its directory…

Greener Ideal Just because you are social distancing doesn’t mean you have to eat canned meat product and mushy vegetables. The grocery supply chain still has plenty of food and many restaurants are offering delivery and carryout options, and there are plenty of healthy eating under quarantine options to be had from both. If you decide to go…

Overloading health systems and making doctors decide who lives and who dies in a pandemic is fundamentally unfair, say U of A experts. By MICHAEL BROWN, University of Alberta The speed at which people got sick with COVID-19 and overwhelmed unprepared medical systems in Spain and Italy left physicians with the impossible and unfair task…

Abe Oudshoorn, Western University Much of the Canadian response to COVID-19 and homelessness has been built around the concern related to transmission risk within emergency shelters. This has led to a number of approaches such as de-intensifying shelter spaces, increased cleaning and sanitation, and broad screening for symptoms. While there have been shelter-based cases in Calgary, Montreal, and Toronto for…

BDC Strategies for staying mentally well during the COVID-19 pandemic Situations such as the COVID-19 pandemic can be overwhelming for entrepreneurs, with so much that’s unpredictable and uncontrollable. So, how can business owners protect their mental health in a crisis and maintain, or restore, a sense of personal balance? Clinical psychologist and CEO/founder of MyWorkplaceHealth Dr. Joti Samra (R.Psych.) recommends six…

An unprecedented investment in school maintenance and renewal projects will create jobs and support Alberta’s economic recovery. Capital funding for school divisions has been increased by $250 million to help boost the economy, while also accelerating important maintenance to existing schools. This funding will support hundreds of projects in all school divisions across the province.…

Health Canada Many Canadians love to barbecue all year round, but especially when the weather starts to get warm. As with any type of cooking, it’s important to follow safe food handling guidelines to prevent harmful bacteria from spreading and causing foodborne illness. At the store When you’re at the grocery store, buy cold food…