Highlights

The total of active cases in the province is 11,426. Seven more deaths were reported over the weekend.

Stoyko said that when it comes to the city's budget, he would like to see more attention paid to distinguishing between what he described as its wants and needs.

Heron said she wants to focus on developing more defined climate targets for the city, revitalizing the downtown core, and protecting the Sturgeon River from development.

Parents, students optimistic for a more normal school year.

Mandatory mask measures for GSACRD, St. Albert Public, Centre-Nord

Mayor Cathy Heron asked city administration to look into bringing Alberta Health Services staff to council in advance of a scheduled Sept. 13 meeting where Dr. Chris Sikora was slated to brief council.

Happy Wednesday!

Alberta Finance Minister Travis Toews said the current surge in COVID-19 cases will have a “bumpy” effect on the bottom line, but noted the economy has been resilient through the pandemic.

The province will, however, be updating the MyHealthRecords website to include a printable, conveniently-sized proof of a COVID-19 vaccination paper card to be used both domestically and for international travel.

Culvert-pluggers face fines of $250.